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New Mixed Use Development Proposed for Wilton Drive

The Shoppes of Wilton Manors Sold The Shoppes of Wilton Manors property was purchased in 2018 by Wilton Drive Owner LLC. This company is a joint venture between Terra and Grass River Property. They paid $21 million for the site. TH Commercial Mortgage provided a $22.82 million loan to the buyer. The plaza, an epicenter […]

Oakland Park Breaks Ground On The Sky Building

A Giant Leap for Oakland Park The City of Oakland Park took a small step toward the modernization of its downtown and a giant leap toward Building for its Second Century this afternoon when it broke ground on the Sky Building. Residents, city commissioners, city employees, NR Investments, the project’s developer, Stiles construction, and other […]

Rickards Middle School Scores a Priceless Win

And The Roof Comes Tumbling, Tumbling Down On March 5, 2021 the roof over the media center at Rickards Middle School in Oakland Park came tumbling down in the middle of the school day. The media center, thankfully, was empty and nobody was hurt. The collapse brought to the surface the dire condition in which […]

Home Prices at Oak Tree In Oakland Park Reflect Market Reality

For over 20 years the Oak Tree golf course in west Oakland Park has laid fallow. Years ago, Pulte, the home builder, acquired the property and began to plan a new homes development, Oak Tree. Pulte’s initial plan for the 139 acre site included over 800 homes. That plan was shot down by the City […]

Adding a Screen Room to Bring the Outdoors Indoors

Growing up in Miami, one of the most pleasurable memories from my youth was sitting out in the screen room of my parents’ home during one of those classic torrential South Florida downpours. Being inside protected from the rain, but at the same time, still being very much a part of the outdoors. The impact […]

5 Renovations that Will Add Value to Your Home

If you own a home at some point you will most likely consider renovations. When doing so it is important to consider which ones to do because not all renovations are made alike, and not all renovations will add the most value to your real estate. Most people believe that cost equals value. That is […]

4 Steps to Achieving a Rewarding, Cost Effective, Home Renovation

A home renovation due to changes in family needs and space requirements can be a challenging, but also a rewarding experience. As a homeowner, gathering and coordinating resources and possibly help from professional consultants are required. Once the construction phase has started, patience, endurance and commitment to follow through are necessary. Despite the challenges, the […]

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