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Flying Car! Commuter's Dream?

Cindy Hartman — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:07:00 GMT

Did you ever dream about having a flying car when you were a kid? or this morning in traffic? I heard in the news that a Dutch company is now taking orders for one. I immediately had visions of the one on the Jetsons. Unfortunately, it is more like a...(read more)

Palm Beach County Home Prices Climb as Inventory Decreases...

Cindy Hartman — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:14:00 GMT

The cumulative median sales price, including single-family homes, townhomes and condominiums in Palm Beach County, was 2.5 percent above February 2011, up from $122,000 to $125,000, and up 4.6 percent from the previous month of $119,500. The median single-family...(read more)

The Return of Home Ownership....

Cindy Hartman — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:27:00 GMT

Friday Five: The Return of Home Ownership Low interest rates and rising rents make home ownership more attractive than renting. Read Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this. Copyright 2012 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®...(read more)

10 Things to know about mortgage debt forgiveness...

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 22:44:00 GMT

By Stephen Fishman Inman News® Over the past several years, millions of homeowners have had billions of dollars in mortgage debt forgiven, either through foreclosure, refinancing or short sales. It's important for real estate professionals and...(read more)

For Sale by Owners - Mistaking Lookers for Buyers

Cindy Hartman — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 21:02:00 GMT

Mistaking lookers for buyers is an error commonly made by those homeowners who try to sell their home themselves without a Realtor’s help. For-Sale-by-Owners (FSBO’s) actually do get some activity showing their homes. This is mostly because...(read more)

The Wrong Price

Cindy Hartman — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:50:00 GMT

A surefire way to get less than the fair market value for your home is to over price it in the beginning. It sounds contradictory, but it is true. There are several reasons for this. First, if your home is more expensive than the similar homes in the...(read more)

SUNFEST

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:43:00 GMT

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Sunfest in West Palm Beach - Check the web for complete information! http://www.sunfest.com/

When/Where: May 2 - May 6th 2012 in West Palm Beach

Music on the Plaza at Midtown

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 17:41:00 GMT

Music on the Plaza Concert Series This Week: JP SOARS & THE GYPSY BLUE ACOUSTIC REVIEW Check http://midtownpga.com/events/upcoming-events/music-on-the-plaza for complete schedule!

When/Where: Every Thursday Night from 6 - 8 PM

Free Trolley Service Connects Tri-Rail Passengers with Downtown WPB

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:56:00 GMT

A new free trolley is getting Tri-Rail riders to many of downtown West Palm Beach’s busiest employment centers. The Green Line stops at the West Palm Beach Tri-Rail station on Tamarind Avenue and carries passengers to Clematis Street, Dixie Highway and Okeechobee Boulevard. By transferring to the Yellow Line, passengers can access the Kravis Center, CityPlace and the downtown waterfront. “This new service should prove to be of tremendous benefit to downtown businesses and employers,” said District 4 County Commissioner Steven L. Abrams, who is vice chair of the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority Governing Board. “Any project that makes it easier for people to access employment opportunities is one that should be applauded. I regularly commute to West Palm Beach on Tri-Rail, and I plan to avail myself of the convenience the trolley will provide.” The trolley will operate 7 days a week. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This new service was made possible by a Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC) grant of $688,500, which will cover service costs for two years. The JARC program is sponsored by the Federal Transit Administration. For more information, please call Tri-Rail Customer Service at 1-800-TRI-RAIL (874-7245) or log onto www.tri-rail.com

Want Free Tax Help? Think VITA

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:53:00 GMT

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The United Way of Palm Beach County and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have announced the return of free income-tax preparation service available through the United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. The free service is available at 13 VITA locations throughout Palm Beach County for individuals and families with annual household incomes of $50,000 or less. Those who visit a VITA center will learn about the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a federal tax credit for individuals and families who meet certain income and eligibility guidelines. EITC was established by Congress in 1975 to help working, low-income individuals and families. Very often, people are not aware they qualify for EITC and do not ask tax preparers about it. The VITA program focuses on educating people about EITC and helping those eligible file for it. Research indicates the VITA program has had a very positive impact on the local economy, as many people are using their refunds in ways that support local businesses. During the nine years United Way has offered VITA in Palm Beach County, the program has returned about $160 million which taxpayers used to pay off debt, invest in education or housing, or open a bank account. This is new money for the local economy. VITA also helps taxpayers save annually more than $1 million in fees they would have paid to a tax-preparation company. Last year, more than 9,500 residents used the VITA program and received $16 million in refunds, including $6.2 million in EITC. United Way VITA sites are located from Jupiter to Boca Raton and The Glades and are open through April 17. All returns processed at VITA sites are e-filed, so filers can receive their refund money quickly, normally in 10-12 days. The sites are staffed by IRS-certified volunteers who help those who are eligible to claim EITC on their return.

Mortgage giants to alter practices in settlement

Cindy Hartman — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 20:44:00 GMT

WASHINGTON – Jan. 24, 2012 – The nation’s five largest mortgage lenders have agreed to overhaul their industry after deceptive foreclosure practices unfairly evicted homeowners, government officials said Monday. A draft settlement between...(read more)

Jazz On The Palm

Cindy Hartman — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:05:00 GMT

Gather with friends and family to enjoy the diverse vibrant sounds of jazz under the stars every 3rd Friday of month at the new Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront concert series. Free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. Price: Free Phone: (561) 822-1515 Age Suitability: All Ages Tags: jazz Gather with friends and family to enjoy the diverse vibrant sounds of jazz under the stars every 3rd Friday of month at the new Downtown West Palm Beach waterfront concert series. Free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs.

When/Where: Friday, Jan 20 8:00p to 10:00p at Waterfront Commons, West Palm Beach, FL

La Cage Aux Folles

Cindy Hartman — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:56:00 GMT

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La Cage Aux Folles at Kravis Center for the Performing Arts: Kravis Center - Alexander W. Dreyfoos Jr. Concert Hall, West Palm Beach, FL

When/Where: Tuesday, Feb 14 at 8PM at Kravis Center

South Florida Fair

Cindy Hartman — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 02:54:00 GMT

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South Florida Fair Celebrates 100 years of Florida Fair Fun! Check the site for more information: http://www.southfloridafair.com/GeneralInfo

When/Where: January 13 - 29, 2012 at the South Florida Fairgrounds

Appraisal Institute: Don’t shoot the messenger

Cindy Hartman — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:41:00 GMT

CHICAGO – Jan. 18, 2012 – Don’t blame the real estate appraiser if it turns out that house you’re trying to sell or buy isn’t worth what you thought it was, says the Appraisal Institute. Real estate agents, homebuilders and...(read more)