Archive for April, 2009

Town of Jupiter Hosts Turtle Trot 5K

19th Annual Town of Jupiter Turtle Trot

The Town of Jupiter is hosting the Turtle Trot 5k for the 19th year in a row.  Over 600 runners from all over Palm Beach County are expected to participate.  The marathon will start at Carlin Park, run along A1A through the Jupiter Inlet, return and end at Carlin Park.  Free shirts will be given to the first 600 participants.  Multi-Race will provide timing and scoring using the chip system.  Prizes will be given to 1st – 3rd overall male and female and first three places for male and female runners in each of the 15 age groups.

The Parks and Recreation provide many quality programs and events for our community.  Here’s one way to support our town by participating, volunteering or sponsoring the Turtle Trot.

You can register as a race participant by visiting the Jupiter Community Center at 200 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 or download an application from their website or at Multi-Race’s website or visit Running Sports in Juno Beach (561) 694-8125.

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Susanne Quirk is a Realtor® with Cobblestone Realty specializing in residential homes in Jupiter, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Contact Susanne at (561) 386-0350, e-mail, or visit our website www.TheJunoBeachRealtor.com to learn more.

Turtlefest 2009 in Juno Beach

Turtlefest 2009

The 7th Annual Turtlefest is here Saturday, April 25th at Loggerhead Park in Juno Beach.  Admission is free, but there is a $5.00 fee for some children’s activities.  This is a great way to support the Loggerhead Marinelife Center.  They work year round protecting and caring for the sea turtles and educating the community about these fascinating creatures that visit our beaches each year to hatch their eggs.  Did you know that in turtle season, the center gives walking tours on the beach to search for turtles coming on shore to hatch their eggs?  It is one event every child needs to experience.  Entertainment will includes two music stages, education presentations, bounce house, dunk tank, arts and crafts, food and more.  Visit the Loggerhead Marinelife Center website for more information on entertainment and parking.

Susanne Quirk is a Realtor® with Cobblestone Realty specializing in residential homes in Jupiter, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Contact Susanne at (561) 386-0350, e-mail, or visit our website www.TheJunoBeachRealtor.com to learn more.

First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Explained

Here is a simple explanation of the home buyer tax credit for 2009.  Kiplinger Editorial Director, Kevin McCormally, not only explains the tax credit for 2009, but also clarifies the “tax credit” for 2008.

Susanne Quirk is a Realtor® with Cobblestone Realty specializing in residential homes in Jupiter, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Contact Susanne at (561) 386-0350, e-mail, or visit our website www.TheJunoBeachRealtor.com to learn more.

Top 3 Reasons Why Now is the Time to Buy Real Estate

Strong indicators show that we are in the best market to purchase a home.  Whether you are interested in buying a home as an investment, as a first time home buyer, or to move up to a bigger home, it doesn’t matter.  It’s still a great time to buy for everyone.  There are many more reasons why, but to make things easy, I can boil it down to three main factors.

1.  Housing prices are declining. The old saying, “buy low, sell high” applies here.  There’s no need to wait it out for the lowest price.  In fact, waiting it out could do you more harm than good.  You will miss a lot of great deals out there waiting for the market to bottom out.  Because real estate is for long term investing, your purchase will pay off even if you didn’t buy your home at the lowest point in the market.

2.  Mortgage rates are at a low. CBS Financial Analyst, Ray Martin, appeared on the CBS Early Show saying, “Rates on a 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage are at a level we won’t see again in our lifetime.”  Be full warned, when housing purchases increase, rates are going increase as well and historically they have increased rapidly.

3.  $8,00 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit. Buy before December 31, 2009 and you’ll get an $8,000 tax credit if you’re a first-time buyer.  Know the definition of a first-time home buyer!  You can previously have been a home buyer and still qualify.  The law defines “first-time home buyer” as a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase.  For married taxpayers, the law test the home ownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse. See First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.

Not sure how to proceed?  I’d meet with your mortgage broker and find out what you can afford to buy.  Credit score needs some work?  No problem, a good mortgage broker can help you improve your credit score.  Then, call me.  I can help you find the best home at the best price.

Susanne Quirk is a Realtor® with Cobblestone Realty specializing in residential homes in Jupiter, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Contact Susanne at (561) 386-0350, e-mail, or visit our website www.TheJunoBeachRealtor.com to learn more.

Celebrate Tax Relief Night at the Square Grouper

Abacoa Launches Trik Flix Film Festival

Abacoa’s first film festival will take place Saturday, April 25, 2009.  The festival will provide an opportunity for filmmakers to present their action sports videos.  Designed for filmmakers 25 and under, the festival will allow those breaking into the industry to display their work alongside the top filmmakers in the action sports world.

Throughout the day, fans and those in the industry can benefit from pro skate and BMX sessions, filmmaking workshops and big screen premieres of young local filmmakers.

Prizes include a $10,000 scholarship, Apple products, bikes, surfboards and more.  Be full-warned, Trik Flix is expecting over 10,000 people to be in attendance.  Admission is free.

Events:

Workshops Include:

Visit the workshop portion of the website to register.

To compete in the film competition or for more information, visit TrikFlix.com or call (561) 568-1114.  Trik Flix is raising awareness and money for the Surfrider Foundation and the Center for Autism.

Easter Fun in Palm Beach County

Updated Saturday, April 11

Time to celebrate Easter and we have compiled a list of Easter activities in Palm Beach County scheduled for this weekend.  Have a wonderful Easter and go easy on the Peeps!

Abacoa:

Roger Dean Stadium:

Jupiter:

Saturday, April 11th
9:30 – 11:00 am
Jupiter Community Center
210 Military Trail
Jupiter, FL 33458

For More Information
(561) 741-2400

Hunt begins promptly at 9:30am. Kids- Bring your own basket to collect eggs & candy. There will be egg hunt areas for ages 3 & under, 4-6, and 7-10. Immediately following the hunt until 11am, there will be additional activities including visits with the Easter Bunny, inflatables, face painting, and arts & crafts. Beginning at 10:30 am there will be a ballet performance of “Alice in Wonderland” by the Jupiter Community Center ballet classes. Be sure to be on time for the Easter Egg Hunts as they do not last long. REMINDER: Please bring a bag to put candy in and get there on time.

Palm Beach Gardens:

Age Groups:  3 years & under, 4-6 years, 7-10 years.  Bring your own Easter Basket

9:00 a.m. – Face Painting

West Palm Beach:

April 11, 2009

9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Event begins promptly at 10:00 a.m.

For more information, or to purchase tickets, please contact the Flagler Museum at:
(561) 655-2833 or via e-mail at mail@flaglermuseum.us

Each year the Flagler Museum’s Whitehall Society hosts an Easter Egg Hunt and Egg Roll on the South Lawn of Whitehall the Saturday morning before Easter.  Children are encouraged to bring their own Easter Egg Basket for the Easter Egg Hunt on the Museum’s South Lawn. General admission for the Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Egg Roll is $5 for children and $15 for adults. There will be no admission charge for children and grandchildren of Museum Members at the Sustaining Level and above.

John Favole, News Anchor for WPTV News Channel 5, will be the Master of Ceremonies. Museum gates open at 9:00 a.m. for a visit by the Easter Bunny and Easter arts and crafts. The Easter Egg Hunt begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. Light morning refreshments will be available on the South Porch.

Proceeds of the event will help to underwrite the Museum’s Newspapers in Education program. Published in conjunction with The Palm Beach Post, the Newspapers in Education tabloid will be geared toward 4th and 5th grade students and will be made available statewide. It will help students understand the development of Florida and Henry Flagler’s essential role in that process.

Spotlight on The Residences at Midtown

Residences at Midtown

Palm Beach Gardens has grown to become a great place to live.  In recent years, the area has flourished with the addition of PGA Commons, Downtown Gardens and The Residences at Midtown.  Thinking about buying a home?  The Residences at Midtown may be the place for you.  It is an upscale community for those who want luxury without sacrificing convenience.  Granite counters, stainless steel appliances, standard crown moulding are just a few of the standard luxury amenities included.  Here you will enjoy the convenience of nearby restaurants and shoppes where many cultural events are held throughout the year.   This is cosmopolitan living with all the worldly amenities necessary for entertaining your guests and for your personal enjoyment.     A professionally designed and comfortably lavish clubhouse fully equipped with every imaginable amenity necessary, including a full kitchen, bar and media room for entertaining.  Each building is secured entry into a beautifully designed lobby leading to private residences.

The Residences at Midtown are offering a price reduction in home purchases.  One bedroom condominiums for sale start at $99,900, two bedrooms start at $124,900 and three bedrooms at $189,900.  Shop smart and always view homes sold through a developer with a Realtor®.  Your Realtor® is familiar with current offers and can negotiate the best offer for you.

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Cielo Town Homes in Palm Beach Gardens

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One of the sought after communities in Palm Beach Gardens has been homes for sale and rent in Cielo.  Located in a gated community of over 150 -  two and three level town homes. Each town home is elegantly designed with granite throughout the kitchen and baths, stainless steel appliances, tile and carpet and much more.   Amenities include a clubhouse, pool and secured pedestrian path to the shops and restaurants at Donald Ross Village.  Shops include, but not limited to, a Gold’s Gym, CVS, MedExpress, Hurricane Cafe, Grande’s Bella Cucina.

Two – two level town homes are available for rent starting at $1,950/month.  Prices for town homes for sale begin at $264,000.

Call Susanne Quirk at (561) 386-0350 for more information

or

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Complete Specifications:

• Hurricane impact windows
• Raised panel wood cabinets
• Granite kitchen countertops
• 20′ porcelain tile on diagonal
• Large master bedroom with large walk-in closet
• Granite countertops in master bath with dual sinks
• Roman tub
• Two level town homes include a large loft area on second floor
• Covered patio with pavers
• Gated community with resort style heated pool and spa
• Secured pedestrian walkway to shopping and dining at Donald Ross Village

Susanne Quirk is a Realtor® with Cobblestone Realty specializing in residential homes in Jupiter, Juno Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Contact Susanne at (561) 386-0350, e-mail, or visit our website www.CobblestoneFL.com to learn more.