Living in Northeast Florida

MOVING TO FLORIDA TIPS AND ADVICE

How Much More Is a Cul-de-Sac Home Worth …

How Much More Is a Cul-de-Sac Home Worth …

 A cul-de-sac home can be worth more in St. Augustine and St. Johns County, but there is no…

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What's Coming to St. Johns County in 2026? …

 St. Johns County is seeing major changes in 2026, with new shopping centers, residential communities, mixed-use developments, and…

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How Do I Choose Between St. Augustine, FL …

How Do I Choose Between St. Augustine, FL …

Choosing between St. Augustine and Palm Coast comes down to what you want your home and daily life…

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Do I Need A Real Estate Agent When …

Do I Need A Real Estate Agent When …

 No, Florida law does not require you to have your own real estate agent to buy new construction.…

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Six Areas to Consider When Moving to St. …

 The best area to consider when moving to St. Augustine depends on how you want to live every…

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Which Home Improvements Matter Most Before Selling in …

Which Home Improvements Matter Most Before Selling in …

 The home improvements that matter most before selling in St. Augustine are usually the ones that remove buyer…

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Does It Matter Where a House Sits Inside …

Does It Matter Where a House Sits Inside …

 Yes. Where a house sits inside a St. Augustine neighborhood can matter just as much as which neighborhood…

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Buyer Broker Agreements in Florida: What St. Johns …

Buyer Broker Agreements in Florida: What St. Johns …

Do you have to sign an agreement before a Realtor shows you a home in Florida?Yes. Under the…

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What’s the Fastest Way to Sell a Home …

What’s the Fastest Way to Sell a Home …

The fastest way to sell a home in St. Augustine is to price it correctly from day one,…

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The primary pros include Florida’s tax advantages, top-ranked St. Johns County schools, and a high quality of life. The cons typically involve rising insurance premiums and seasonal traffic. Our blog features a "Relocation Guide" series that breaks down these factors by neighborhood to help you avoid common "moving mistakes."

If flood resilience is your priority, look toward the mainland ridges and newer developments like Palencia or RiverTown. Our blog's "Flood Zone Guide" explains how to read elevation certificates and details the 2026 FEMA CRS discounts available to residents in specific St. Johns County zones.

Yes, but zoning is strictly enforced. Short-term rentals (STRs) are most viable in the HP-1 and RG-1 districts. We maintain a frequently updated blog post regarding St. Augustine’s shifting rental ordinances to ensure investors stay compliant with city and county regulations.

A Community Development District (CDD) fee is a non-ad valorem assessment used to fund infrastructure in newer communities. Our blog provides a comparison table of CDD fees across Nocatee, Shearwater, and Beacon Lake, helping buyers calculate their true "all-in" monthly carrying costs.

You can access our Monthly Market Snapshots on our blog. Unlike national real estate sites, we provide hyper-local commentary on Northeast Florida trends, including "Days on Market" and "Sale-to-List Ratios" for specific neighborhoods like Davis Shores and Lincolnville.