Parades, Drone Shows, and Boat Blessings: Your Ultimate Guide to the 4th of July on the Treasure Coast Ahoy there, land-dwellers and sun-seekers! It’s Penny here, your favorite local mermaid and real estate guide at Connect Homeowners. Can you feel that? The tide is turning, the salt air is getting just a little bit sweeter, and the buzz of Independence Day is vibrating through the coral reefs (and our vibrant communities) all across the Treasure Coast. Whether you’re a... [read more]

TL;DR: What You Need to Know About Selling Costs Selling your home on Florida's Treasure Coast typically costs between 8-10% of your home's sale price when you factor in commissions, closing costs, repairs, and holding expenses. For a $400,000 home in Port St. Lucie or Fort Pierce, expect to budget $32,000-$40,000. The good news? With smart planning and the right guidance from a top realtor in Port St. Lucie or listing agent in St. Lucie County, you can minimize these costs and... [read more]

Hey there, fellow treasure hunters! As your local real estate mermaid navigating the beautiful waters of Florida's Treasure Coast, I'm diving deep into 2025's most exciting neighborhood waves. Trust me, after years of swimming through these markets as a top realtor in Port St. Lucie and surrounding areas, I've got the inside scoop on where the tide is turning for smart buyers. The Treasure Coast is making serious splash this year, and if you're looking for your... [read more]

  You know how everyone's always looking for that secret hack, that insider tip that'll give them the edge in real estate? Well, I've got some good news and some bad news. The bad news? There's no magical formula that instantly makes you a market winner. The good news? The "simple trick" that actually works is way more straightforward than you think: and honestly, it's something most people just aren't doing. After watching countless buyers and sellers navigate these Treasure Coast... [read more]

Like watching a powerful tide roll in, I've been witnessing something remarkable happen along our beautiful Treasure Coast waters this year. Baby Boomers have swept into our real estate market with the force of a spring tide, completely reshaping the landscape for everyone involved. As someone who's been diving deep into these market currents, I want to share what's really happening beneath the surface—and what it means whether you're looking to buy, sell, or just... [read more]