If you own a home in Jupiter, your property taxes are not just a bill. They are something you should understand. Here is the quick breakdown without the fluff: Assessed Value ≠ Market Value Your taxes are based on what the county assesses your home to be worth, not what it
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Most agents wait for inventory to hit the MLS. I do not. Off-market deals happen every day. Most never reach the public. Most never hit Zillow or Redfin. Most never show up in your inbox. Someone sees them first. That someone is often a buyer working with a broker who
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Most second homes and rentals break even at best. Some cover expenses through rent. Others sit empty half the year. Owners often justify holding by pointing to appreciation. That works if the market is rising. That works if you sell at the right time. But appreciation is not income. It
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If you have inherited a property, or expect to, here is something most people do not realize: When you sell, you may not owe nearly as much in taxes as you think. I am not a tax advisor, so definitely confirm with your CPA, but there is a rule called
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See this week’s new single-family listings in Jupiter: Click Here My personal favorite is 348 River Edge Road. I have always loved The Bluffs as a neighborhood; it is in a prime location. This one needs a full interior remodel, which makes it a great opportunity for someone to
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There is a growing push to eliminate property taxes in Florida. Governor DeSantis and several lawmakers are exploring how to make it happen. No new tax has been proposed. No bill has passed. Nothing has been finalized. The most discussed idea involves redirecting tourism tax dollars. Counties may be allowed
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The Town of Jupiter is moving forward with its own independent fire and rescue department, officially separating from Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. Over the last 24 hours, both CBS12 and WPTV confirmed that Jupiter has been granted the necessary Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity. The new department is
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If you saw the recent article in the Wall Street Journal, you may have noticed that Jupiter is starting to attract more attention from luxury buyers around the country. The piece highlighted how more high-end buyers choose Jupiter for its boating lifestyle, golf communities, and quieter pace compared to other
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Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bed, 2-bath home with 2,252 sq. ft. total (1,712 living) in the heart of Tequesta, just one block from the Intracoastal and minutes to the beach. This corner-lot property features an open kitchen, modern bathrooms, impact windows and doors, and a one-car garage.
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Buyers would rather take on a fixer-upper in Jupiter than a fully renovated home in a neighboring town for the same price. Jupiter is different. Between the crystal-clear water, beachfront restaurants, and unbeatable location, it is the lifestyle people want. That is why even homes that need work still sell
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I was out on the boat this weekend, anchored at the sandbar. The water was crystal clear, boats were packed in, and the sandbar was more crowded than usual. People come from all over the state to spend the day here. Some drive up from Boca and Fort Lauderdale, others
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I have been talking to many people lately who are thinking about upgrading but are holding back and waiting for rates to drop. I get it. The Fed met this week and kept rates steady. They hinted at cuts later this year, but nothing is guaranteed. Mortgage rates may not