Easily one of Boca Raton's most well-liked beach clubs is the Boca Raton Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort where you will enjoy an immaculate escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in Boca Raton, or wherever it is you're coming from! Couples, families and singles alike have made trips from both within and outside of Boca Raton and the country to enjoy a few nights at this grand resort, and if you join their ranks with a visit, you surely won't be disappointed. The grounds are beautiful, the service is professional, and it would be impossible not to enjoy the tasty cuisine offered by the resort's finest restaurants. Adults can also enjoy the many different bars and lounges, available throughout the property.

No matter who you are, when you…

It may seem like something to be taken for granted, but did you know that just 50 years ago the only glass to be found in the United States was created in a factory? That's right, it wasn't until the early 1960's that one could buy glass that wasn't just a factory mold, reproduced thousands of times and sold to thousands of people. What we think of as one of the defining mediums of luxury decor today was literally non-existent 50 years ago. It all started with a man named Harvey Littleton who initiated what's now known as the Studio Glass Revolution, and that's exactly the source of inspiration for the Boca Raton Museum of Art's Glass Act exhibit, running only through October 14th, 2012.

This year marks the 50th anniversary for the Studio Glass…

One of Boca Raton's prize community attractions, Sugar Sand Park stands as a 132-acre testament to the city's dedication to a clean, family friendly and naturally healthy environment. You can't live out luxury to the fullest without a healthy lifestyle to accompany it, and that's the premise that defines Sugar Sand Park. In fact, one of the parks mission statements is “to create a fun and unique family atmosphere, while providing the highest quality of entertainment, leisure, and educational programs.”

Here are just a few of the ways you can entertain yourself at Sugar Sand Park, which you'll find located at Palmetto Park Road and Military Trail:

Exquisite Nature Trails – Enjoy a slice of natural Florida wildlife by moseying through one of…

Understanding your credit score is important because you have to maintain a good credit score of 700 or higher to get the best mortgage loan rates when you go to purchase a Boca Raton property. Lenders have tightened up credit requirements as a result of incurring substantial losses on foreclosures and short sale transactions since the mortgage meltdown. Credit scores are determined by the type of credit you are extended, the amount of credit limit you have, the total debt you owe your creditors and your payment history. Creditors also look at your income when making decisions to extend you credit. A score of 720 is considered the best score by most lenders.  With low credit scores in the 500-600 range, you will pay much higher interest rates. Scores…

Buying Tips for Foreign Buyers Purchasing Boca Raton Properties

Foreign buyers are scooping up Boca Raton and South Florida properties because they realize the value in buying U.S. foreclosure and short sale properties that are priced below market value. Canadians, South Americans, Europeans and Asians are among the largest group of foreign buyers investing in U.S. real estate because they know that U.S investments are the safest place to put their money and watch it appreciate.

Here are some tips that you might find helpful if you are a foreign buyer:

• Work with a local Boca Raton Realtor to help you find your investment property. Realtors have access to the most up-to-date MLS information and are knowledgeable about local home…

This fall FAU will open its first charter medical classes to 64 applicants that will be attending the Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.  

The school received approximately 1000 applicants since the enrollment period started in February of 2011.  FAU has partnered with The Scripps Research Institute of Florida and will be offering a dual M.D. and Ph.D. degree program at their Boca Raton campus!  How exciting is it to know that Boca Raton will soon accommodate a prestigious state-of-the-art medical school!  This over whelming amount of applications is an example of just how high the demand has been for a first-rate medical school here in this area.  The campus has been designed for FAU’s master, doctoral and certificate programs in…

So many Florida homeowners are upside down and frustrated with their lenders lack of response to their mortgage modification requests, they have decided to stay in their homes and reduce their mortgage payments on their own to zero. Many of these borrowers are in the process of negotiating with their Florida lenders to find a resolution to keep their homes. Those who need to sell their homes are hopeful their lender will approve their short sale. While they are negotiating, they are using their mortgage payment money to pay for other family expense such as food, gas, medical expenses, car payments and credit card bills or reinvesting the money in their businesses to improve their financial situation. Some borrowers who have lost their jobs are going back…

Imagine if you will for just a moment back to when you were just 17 years old or so and getting ready to graduate from high school knowing that not only will you be receiving your high school diploma, but you are now, already ready for graduate school!  Yes, graduate school.

Sounds too good to be true; well it is not!  It is achieved right here in Boca Raton at FAU’s very own high school right on campus.  This is made possible through program called “Race to The Top” (a federally funded grant program).  On February 14, 2011 FAU Schools received full approval for the program! FAU High School has been featured in U.S. News and World Reports as being among the best high school in the Nation.  The enrollment program is a highly selective one; as…

Addison Reserve Country Club

Addison Reserve Country Club is located on Jog Road North of Clint Moore Road and South of Linton Boulevard and is one of the most beautiful country club communities located in Delray Beach. Built in 1995, this spectacular community is located on 653 gorgeous acres with 19 villages including 717 single family homes. Addison Reserve Country Club offers an outstanding lifestyle community with Classic Mediterranean designed homes consisting of quality finishes such as Tuscan Columns with Corinthian Caps and coffered ceilings.  Addison Reserve Real Estate ranges from $400,000 to $5,000,000, and offers residents spacious and luxurious resort style living. You will find homes from 2,500 square feet to 10,000 square feet.…