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New Construction Homes in Palm Beach & Martin Counties

If you’re looking for a brand new single-family home, townhouse, or condo, you’ll find new construction and pre-construction inventory all over Palm Beach and nearby Martin counties. You can even window shop. Most new communities have model homes on site

Moving to South Florida with Pets: A Comprehensive Guide

This is pet central, so don’t be surprised to peek into a stroller and see a spaniel looking back. This area is so pet friendly that Lang Cares a Community Outreach, Lang Realty, and Lang Management are spearheading a partnership

South Florida’s Rapid Growth: Census Highlights & Trends

If you’re new to South Florida and house-hunting here, the U.S. Census Bureau just confirmed this continues to be a high-growth region. “Florida was home to four of the nation’s top five fastest-growing metropolitan statistical areas, and three of the

How Long Does Mortgage Underwriting Take?

Just because you’ve applied for a mortgage and provided the right credentials, it doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be approved or you’ll know in time to seal the deal. Once you’ve chosen a residential property, or you’re advised to pre-qualify for

Parking Paradise: Free, Cheap, and Valet Options in South Florida

If you’re used to hunting for parking in crowded and expensive cities, you’re coming to the right place. You’ll find free and inexpensive parking everywhere here, with the possible exception of beaches. Plus, valet parking services are offered for free

Moving to Palm Beach? Remote School Enrollment for Kids

If you’ve closed on a home and plan to move to Palm Beach County over the summer with school-age children, know that public school semesters start and end here earlier than you’re used to. May 30 is the last day

What is Reconveyance in Real Estate: Fees and Implications

The term reconveyance may even be unfamiliar to seasoned buyers, but your Lang Realty broker will know exactly what it means to complete your residential transaction. What is a reconveyance fee in real estate and what could it mean?  It’s

LANG REALTY CELEBRATES NEW, STATE-OF-THE-ART OFFICE IN THE HEART OF BOCA RATON

Lang Realty recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest sales office in Boca Raton with friends, team members, and colleagues, at a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “The burgeoning market of Boca Raton where Lang Realty first opened has presented a great

Do You Need an Attorney When Buying or Selling Property in South Florida?

The state of Florida doesn’t legally require a buyer or seller to hire a real estate attorney for either transaction. Even though it’s optional, some clients prefer to hire a certified real estate lawyer with a referral from their real

Tips for Buying a Rental Property in South Florida

In the current real estate market, now is the perfect time to learn how to purchase a rental property. With South Florida’s increasing population, job growth, and limited inventory, it’s no secret that renting is the most viable housing option

Endless Summer Activities in South Florida | From Beaches to Waterparks

Nobody shuts the lights out through the summer here anymore. Cities and towns from Boca Raton to Jupiter have enough activities 24/7 to keep kids and retirees occupied year-round. No. 1 is always the beaches. An online search for each

Florida’s Sea Turtle Protection: A Guide for Beachfront Property Owners

If you’re in south Florida real estate shopping for a beachfront house or a condo with an ocean view, you’ll notice yellow or orange tape marking off sea turtle nests on the beaches. They’re there for a good reason. This

Find Your Dream Waterfront Home along South Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway

You don’t have to live on or next to the Atlantic Ocean to have a waterfront view. South Florida’s east coast stretch of the 3,000-mile Intracoastal Waterway, or The Intracoastal as locals call it, has new and existing properties for

Discover Vibrant Living in South Florida’s Active Adult Communities

  Whether you’re a seller downsizing or you’re moving to retire, 55+ communities are among the most popular residential lifestyles in South Florida. Rebranded as ‘active adult’ developments, you’ll find a wide choice of condos and homes in brand new

What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?

If your offer was accepted to buy a house or condo, you’re not done yet. Contingent in real estate means exactly what the term implies…depending on certain circumstances. So what does contingent mean on a house for sale? It means

Essential Steps to Buying a Home in South Florida

There’s no downside to buying a home in the state of Florida. In fact, there are even incentives. There’s no state income tax. Property taxes remain surprisingly low in Palm Beach, Martin, and St. Lucie counties. And there’s even a

Beaches from Boca to Jupiter and In Between | Lang Realty Guide

  Even if you choose a house or condo that’s inland, you’ll just be a few miles from the beach. Beach season is year-round for seasonal residents and tourists. But the traditional start for locals is when south Florida’s cooler

Tips for Buying Foreclosed Home in South Florida | Lang Realty

For first-time buyers looking for a good investment or to relocate to Palm Beach County south Florida, here’s what to know about buying a foreclosed house. A foreclosed home means the buyer is no longer making mortgage payments in a

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