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A push by homeowners to lock in near record-low interest rates drove mortgage applications higher last week, as refinancing demand overshadowed a drop in loan requests to buy homes, the Mortgage Bankers Association said Wednesday. Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rates edged up 0.03 percentage point...

Residents of Palm Beach Gardens enjoy an extraordinary quality-of-life and superior life-style. Is it any wonder? With an average, sunny temperature of 74 degrees fahrenheit, the City of Palm Beach Gardens offers a vibrant Florida lifestyle with lush, tropical ambiance. Located in northern Palm B...

Opportunities for the world to enjoy a true sporting life are in reality quite limited. Your every sporting desire can be fulfilled at Palm Beach Polo and Country Club. Here, on 2,200 pristine acres exclusive communities are nestled between pristine polo fields and 2 championship golf courses. Na...

  The Village of Wellington, one of the most successfully crafted communities in Palm Beach County, has become the premier South Florida community known for its abundant parks, quality schools, attractive neighborhoods and equestrian interests.   In 1951, following the recommendations of Arthur ...

Looking for the area's Hot Spot to Chill? Clematis by Night is it! Chill out South Florida style at this highly-popular, award-winning weekly Fountainside Concert Series. Every Thursday, from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m, located at the Centennial Square at the end of Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Be...

Just a block away from City Place stands the Prado, a fabulous luxury condo building with resort style amenities and full service concierge and valet. Beautiful residences in West Palm Beach's art district, steps away from City Place and the intracoastal waterways. No need for a car, walk to rest...

The Slade is a great place to live. Great location, great features, and a great feel. If you want waterfront living in the heart of a thriving downtown, you know where to look. The Slaaaaade. They offer one, two, and three room condos. Units facing west enjoy West Palm Beach down town views. Unit...

Chinese drywall was a product used throughout Southwest Florida during the construction boom. Now, it's generating a boom of concern. Homeowners say the drywall is corroding their air conditioning units, stinking up their house, and even making them sick. Chinese drywall looks like any other dry...