Daily Real Estate News June 20, 2007
Five Inexpensive Ways to Revitalize a Kitchen
Replace the flooring. Install laminate floor over old linoleum, vinyl or chipped tile. It costs just $1 to $5 a square foot and looks like wood, stone or tile.
Replace the lighting. A new ceiling fixture costs less than $100 and will brighten up the place. Adding some under-the-cabinet lights will illuminate work surfaces.
Give the cabinets a new life. A coat of paint and new knobs is the cheapest way to go. If you’re able to spend $4,000 to $6,000 on the project, hire a refacing company to replace the doors and drawerfronts.
Refinish the appliances. For a few hundred dollars, an appliance refinisher will re-enamel your stove, refrigerator and dishwasher door in the color of your choice, including a stainless steel look-alike.
Update the backsplash. Replace the space between your cabinets and the countertop with fashionable stone or inexpensive wallpaper. Source: Money, Josh Garskof (07/01/2007)
Flamingo Garden Tours
9:30 am-5:30 pm
Flamingo Garden Tours.Tours are presented in non-technical format by knowledgeable volunteers and bring you a close-up view of the Gardens, wildlife s… Flamingo Gardens. (Educational – Walking Tour). 954-473-2955
10:00 am-5:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science Exhibits.Featuring a variety of hands-on exhibits dealing with space, Florida’s unique ecosystems, The Everglades, sound and light, scien… Museum of Discovery and Science. (Educational – Science & Nature). 954-467-6637
Baseball Florida Marlins vs. Minnesota Twins
Sports
7:30 pm
Miami FC vs. Vancouver Whitecaps.USL Professional Soccer Game. Tropical Park Stadium. (Sports – Soccer). 866-57-MIAMI
7:35 pm
Florida Marlins vs. Minnesota Twins. MLB Baseball Game. Dolphin Stadium. (Sports – Pro Baseball). 877-MAR-LINS
The South Florida Home Expo
South FLorida Trade Show
Starts: 06/22/07Ends: 06/24/07
Fri, Jun 22: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sat, Jun 23: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Sun, Jun 24: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
The South Florida Home Expo.Come see the newest products and ideas for your home and family. Spend quality time with us and your entire family will be thri… Miami Beach Convention Center. (Trade – Home Show). 904-992-7000
Mortgage Rates: 30 Year Fixed 6.71%
Mortgage Rates are moving up, 30 Yr. Fixed are up to 6.71%
Alex Sink: Reducing property tax may cost jobs
Florida Property Tax Update: Alex Sink: Reducing property tax may cost jobsOCALA, Fla. – June 8, 2007 – If the Florida Legislature passes a property tax reduction measure in its upcoming special session, Florida will lose jobs, a top state official said Wednesday.Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink told those attending the quarterly meeting of the Ocala/Marion County Economic Development Corp. that property tax reduction is necessary, but will come at a cost.“If we have a 20-percent decrease in property taxes, thousands of Floridians are going to lose their jobs,” she said.The Legislature will meet in special session from June 12 through June 22 to consider property tax-relief measures.Full Story
FLORIDA FINDS Gourmet Floors are made to order
FLORIDA FINDS
Gourmet Floors are made to order click Headline to left for full story
In the land of hurricanes and high humidity, choosing a floor for your home or business is a delicate issue. The owner of a company called Gourmet Floors says his flooring systems are superior to anything else — be it laminate flooring, tile or carpet. Justin Keith Quintana, who happens to be a chef on the side, says the name of his business says it all. BY ERIN MALLANTS RODRIGUEZ; Miami Herald
JUST REDUCED Le Club International Fort Lauderdale Luxury Waterfront Condo
Just Reduced to $1,150,000. THIS IS THE LOWEST PRICE PER S/F IN THE BUILDING. FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET,THIS BEAUTIFUL SOUTH SIDE BONNET UNIT SUSPENDED ABOVE THE BONNET HOUSE ESTATE OFFERS STUNNING OCEAN,INTRACOASTAL & CITY VIEWS. THIS SPECTACULAR UNIT HAS A MARVELOUS WEST INDIE FLAIR WITH BRAZILIAN HARDWOOD FLOORS & PLANTATION SHUTTERS.PRIVATE ELEVATOR ,FORMAL FOYER,ITALIAN KITCHEN W/GRANITE COUNTERS, MARBLE BATHS,UTIL-LAUND RM, 2 CAR & VALET PARKING DOCKAGE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE OR RENT
Le Club International Just Reduced to $1,150,000.
Just Reduced to $1,150,000. This spectacular rare high floor “Birch” model of Le Club International has sweeping views of the Ocean, Intracoastal and Birch Park from every room and the dual terraces.This luxurious condo has a private elevator and foyer,massive Great Room, Dnning area, custom Built ins including HD TV and Stereo Equipment & an expansive Granite Top Bar . OPEN EURO-KIT Snaidero Italian cherry wood cabinetry. * MASTER STE W Walk-in closet *HIS & HER MARBLE WHIRLPOOL BATHS& Frameless tempered glass shower enclosures*Laundry rooms with full-sized washer and dryer and sink* VALET & 2 CAR PKG in prime location * Pool, Barbeque area & Party Room*PET FRIENDLY * THIS IMPECCABLE UNIT IS A MUST SEE* A BOUTIQUE LUXURY ADDRESS * Dockage Available for Purchase or Rent
Four areas where some attention can prevent backyard injury
Four areas where some attention can prevent backyard injury
Backyard play means dealing with the occasional tears that nature — and human additions — can induce. Some homeowners take as many precautions as possible to reduce the odds that bumps and scrapes turn into something more serious. Unfortunately, each year more than 200,000 children go to emergency rooms for playground-related injuries incurred at home and away from home, according to WebMD. Supervising your child at play is a big factor in reducing injury, researchers say, but these four areas can also be addressed: See full story.