No worries about air-conditioning SoFla house or condo…utility bills getting cheaper

You read that right. If you’re contemplating moving, the state’s major utility company Florida Power & Light just asked state regulators to approve charging customers less in May to reflect lower fuel prices. 

That’s on top of rate reductions already set in April that would charge the average residential customer nearly $7 less, according to FPL. 

So, a typical 1,000-kilowatt residential customer's bill would be at least $14 less in May than it is today, once Florida Public Service Commission approves FPL’s request. The reduction will reflect lower projected prices for natural gas used in FPL’s power plants, the company said. 

A customer’s monthly bill…

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Surprise…There’s a culture scene here, too

Especially in the winter months, famous names come here in droves to perform…and warm. But locals know the best-kept secrets are concerts by a chamber orchestra, spring and summer ballets with national dancers and Festival of the Arts BOCA. 

Lang Realty/Lang Management was a sponsor of the 10-day, 18th festival that just wrapped with a jazz orchestra’s ode to 100 years of “Rhapsody in Blue.” Headliners were Kennedy Center honoree and opera superstar Renee Fleming, who sounded and looked dazzling in gold sequins, famous designer Isaac Mizrahi in his cabaret persona coming off his two-week stint at Café Caryle in New York.  And Monica Mancini with an orchestra homage to her late dad Henry Mancini’s…

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Developers in desirable areas like south Florida are offering an array of brand-new communities with sample townhouses, single-family homes and even condos with private marinas. Some older communities have new spec homes for sale, too. So, house-hunters are encouraged to do their homework and check with their real estate professional to see what’s coming online or already for sale.  

Essential Tips for Buying a New Construction Home

  • Hire a real estate professional, in this case Lang Realty, who’s an expert in that marketplace. 
  • Choose your lot if the home is not already built. Some communities are so desirable, the builder may even have a lot lottery. Some lots have waterfront views on a man-made lake. Those lots are always more…

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Understanding the Final Walk-Through: What You Need to Know

This is your last chance before closing to inspect your new property to make sure it’s move-in ready and you won’t find any unexpected problems or issues. Your Realtor, in this case your Lang Realty professional will always be present, and you’ll have the option to include a home inspector or other professional of your choice.   

Final Walk-Through Checklist

Here’s the National Association of Realtors’ checklist:

  • Basement, attic, and every room, closet, and crawl space have been checked.
  • Requested repairs have been made.
  • Copies of paid bills and warranties are in hand.
  • No major, unexpected changes have been made to the property since last viewed.
  • All items included…

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Time was a clubhouse with a fitness center and swimming pools were considered the ultimate in must-have amenities in your Florida home.

Times have changed. Top amenities that every Florida home should have now also include fire pits, pickleball and Padel courts.

Savvy south Florida developers are also offering amenities designed for a new generation. Separate areas in homes can be occupied by teens craving their “own space,” or older parents. Most come with a separate entrance and access to the main house.

What to look for when buying a house in Florida?

If you’re exploring a condo or gated community, here’s the top amenities every Florida home should have:

  • Clubhouse with state-of-the-art fitness center, card rooms, dining rooms,…

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Good news for buyers shopping for your dream home or condo in South Florida: You’ll have your choice of breath-taking properties in primo locations, but you won’t have to spend millions to have that coveted waterfront view.  

Most premier waterfront properties are in Palm Beach, Jupiter, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, and Boca Raton, according to Lang Realty. But as Lang points out, you can also explore condominiums and homes that feature beachfront, Intracoastal Waterway, inlet or canal vistas, and communities with homes and lots on beautiful man-made lakes.

What to know before buying waterfront property

Make certain your real estate professional is experienced and has the expertise in buying and selling waterfront properties that all Lang…

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Whether you and your Lang Realty professional are checking out homes or condos in Palm Beach County, we have great news to go with our great weather.

South Florida has come a long way since the Seinfeld sitcoms 30 years ago. You can find everything nearby or in your new neighborhood in Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Jupiter or Palm Beach Gardens.  

Here’s where to look for basics like doctors and hospitals and schools. You’ll also find sophisticated leisure activities, from national touring shows and celebrity concerts, to theaters, orchestras and ballet, often with New York performers.  

Here's Where to Find:

State-of-the-art medical care:

-      https://baptisthealth.net/

-      https://www.palmbeachhealthnetwork.com/ 

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Lang Realty recently collected and donated close to 5,000 pounds of clothing to two charities, Achievement Centers for Children and Families and the Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, as part of their inaugural “Clean Out Your Closet for a Cause” clothing drive.

 “We are very grateful to those who generously donated clothing to support our ‘Clean Out Your Closet for Cause’ initiative,” said Scott Agran, president of Lang Realty.  “Together, we can make a positive difference to individuals and families in need within our community.”

 Agents, Lang clients, and the community at large participated in the drive, bringing gently used items to various Lang Realty offices throughout Palm Beach County.

 After the conclusion of the drive, Lang…

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Lang Realty’s Dawn Forgione and Scott Bennett, The Property Siblings, were recently awarded with the prestigious HomeStack Realtor Tech Award for Most App Engagement. 

“Dawn and Scott truly embody and tech-forward and top-producing spirit that embody this award,” said Scott Agran, president of Lang Realty.  “This is a true honor, as only a few select teams out of thousands in the country who use this app are recognized.”

More than 30,000 agents and real estate brokerages use HomeStack as their go-to mobile specialist and solution.

Contact Dawn Forgione at 561-789-4844 or dawn@propertysiblings.com, or Scott Bennett at 646-296-0026 or scottbennettrealestate@gmail.com for tips on buying a new construction home, luxury home, waterfront home &…

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Lang Realty is proud to kick-off its inaugural “Clean Out Your Closet for a Cause” clothing drive, encouraging the community to donate pre-loved clothing and shoes throughout January (Get Organized Month).  This initiative supports Achievement Centers for Children & Families by helping those in need while promoting a spirit of giving within the community.

“This holiday season, we chose to embark on a new initiative that we hope will allow us to make a greater impact on the lives of those in need in our community,” said Scott Agran, president of Lang Realty.  “Our forgotten treasures can brighten lives.  That neglected dress or dusty shoes could bring joy and solace to someone in need.”

Items can be brought to any Lang Realty office in Palm Beach…

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