This is a courtyard style one story home, feauring a detached guest suite with closet and full bath.  The foyer opens to an elegant living room with a spacious master suite to one side, while two additional bedrooms and a gourmet kitchen with center-island,breakfast bar and butler pantry are located on the opposite side. Air Conditioned Living Area 3,525 sq.ft.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333 06/16/2007

The is a classic Italian Home that has an expansive great room overlooking the covered lanai.  It features a gourment kitchen and breakfast area. The Master Bedroom has two walk-in closets. Master Bathroom with His and Hers Sinks, Roman Tub, Study,Powder Room and two additional Bedrooms with Baths. Air Conditioned Living Area 3508 sq.ft.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333 06/16/2007

The Casa bendita Collection: At Frenchman's Reserve Luxurious Master Suite and a study on one side, with two additional bedrooms, each with private bathrooms on the opposite side,  The formal living room,with it's coffered ceiling, offer access to the kitchen,dining room and covered lanai. A second lanai is situated adjacent to the family room. Living Area 3406 sq.ft. Air Conditioned.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333Quantum One Realty 06/16/2007

This Elegant two story with 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 1/2 baths. Features a Grand Living Room, Elegant Dining Room,.Master Suite with Coffered ceilings, walk-in closets, Roman Tub and Separate Shower, Private Study.Air Condition Living Area 5,316 sq.ft. Close to Local Beaches, Water and Golf Lots Available, Resort Amenities, Pool and Spa included.Enjoy a private country club within 5 minutes of shopping and restaurants and I95, Twenty minutes from the airport and Palm Beach,Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333 06/16/2007

This Elegant two story with 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 1/2 baths. Features a Grand Living Room, Elegant Dining Room,.Master Suite with Coffered ceilings, walk-in closets, Roman Tub and Separate Shower, Private Study.Air Condition Living Area 5,316 sq.ft. Close to Local Beaches, Water and Golf Lots Available, Resort Amenities, Pool and Spa included.Enjoy a private country club within 5 minutes of shopping and restaurants and I95, Twenty minutes from the airport and Palm Beach, Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333 06/16/2007

If you are considering buying a home in Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Jupiter or anywhere throughout Palm Beach County, it is time to talk with your mortgage broker today, before rates go higher again.  Then start looking for that dream home.Once again, for the fifth time in five week, interest rates on both 30-year fixed and 15-year fixed mortgages increased. The national average for 30-year mortgages hit 6.74 percent, up from 6.53 percent just a week ago and the highest rate in nearly a year.The national average for 15-year mortgages is now at 6.43 percent, up from 6.22 percent a week ago.And one year adjustable rate mortgages rose to 5.75 percent from 5.65 percent last week.In Palm Beach County the 30 year fixed rate mortgage ranges from 6.13 perc... 06/16/2007

                                             Ok Time to get back on my soapbox                                                            Would you ask your Mortgage Broker what type of house to buy?  hhmm (sounds silly does'nt) Is'nt this like asking your plummer about a pain you are having in your lower intestine?  Both of these you know where you will end up.  I know after reading the previous statement you are probably getting a good chuckle. (at least I hope you are) However,  recently I have been reading many mortgage blogs some of which are quite good and some shall we say need some work on the facts.  What really surprises me is how many Realtors jump in and add comments to things that are totally off base.  This is not a knock on Realtors, please do not take it that way. What r... 06/16/2007

Air Condition Living Area 4,826 sq.ft.This Home has a dramatic Grand Foyer that opens to a Formal Living and Dining Rooms. Two-story with 4 Bedrooms and 4 and 2 1/2 Bathrooms. A private study.The expansive Master Bedroom suite offers many amenities. Enjoy the Club House for fine dining, Heated Pool, Spa, Lighted Tennis Courts, Golf Course.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333Quantum One Realty     06/16/2007

The Mallorca CollectionThe Magnicificent 4 Bedrooms and 5 1/2 Baths features a Stately Foyer, a spacious Living Room and Den. Private Guest Suite with personal garage.  The Luxurious Master Bedroom suite, which opens to the covered lanai, offers separate His and Hers Bathrooms.Air Condition Living Area 4,053 sq.ftGo to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333Quantum One Realty 06/16/2007

The Playa Verde CollectionSingle Story Model is a courtyard style home featuring a detached guest suite with closet and full bath.  The Foyer opens to an elegant Living Room  with a spacious master suite to one side, with two additional bedroomsand a gourmet kitchen with centered-island, breakfast bar and butler's pantry are located on the opposite side. Air Condition Living Area 4,051 sq.ft.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Homes. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333 06/15/2007

The Villa Real Collection Features a spacious Formal Living Room with a circular coffered ceiling reaching heights of 18 feet. The Master wing and private study is located on one side of the home with additional two additional bedrooms located on the other.3 Fully bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths and formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with breakfast area, and spacious family room on the opposite side.Air Condition Living Area 3,699 sq.ft.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. For More Information please call Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist561-676-6333Ocean 30 Marketing GroupKathy@Ocean30.com 06/15/2007

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Frenchman's Reserve is a private Counrty Club. The Golf course was designed by Arnold Palmer. Frenchman's Reserve offer luxurious, relaxed atmosphere of private country club living but within minutes of modern conveniences. Reminiscent of mansions designed by 20th century architect Addison Mizner. The Stunning architecture throughout the community continues the rich tradition of the Mediterranean Revival. For year round living or a vacation residence. Frenchman's Reserve "offers only the best in South Florida golf Living" AmenitiesArnold Palmer Signature Golf Course.6,850 yard, par 72Pitting/chipping greens and driving range.Grande Clubhouse, with 45,000 square feet of space, featuring:         Dining Room,  grille room and lounge         Multi-pu... 06/15/2007

Property tax reform passedThe Florida Legislature, in three short days, passed three bills that make up the property reform package.The package includes a statutory rollback and cap of the property tax rates. Also, a proposed constitutional amendment which creates a "Super Homestead Exemption" along with a bill designating the January 29, 2008 presidential  preference primary as the date for the residents of Florida to vote on the "Super Homestead Exemption" amendment.  The agreement consists of a two-tiered plan to achieve immediate and long-term tax reform.Immediate Tax Relief:Recently, I attended a "Town Hall meeting" in which Governor Charlie Chris and Congressman Atwater promised the citizens of Palm Beach County that they would to do everything in their power to get  a bill passed... 06/15/2007

Homeowners in Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Jupiter and throughout Florida will receive property tax relief this year, but the work of the Florida legislature will require some thought and calculations for homesteaded property owners.Of major significance, the legislature reduced budgets for nearly every taxing authority an average of 7 percent for the fiscal year 2007-2008 taxes.  News accounts have estimated that property taxes in Palm Beach County will be 9 percent lower than last year. This does not apply to the school tax portion of tax bills.Future tax increases will be based on the rolled back rate plus the statewide growth in personal income.  This has averaged about 4 percent over the past 20 years.The legislature also voted to put on the ba... 06/15/2007

                                                            Living in Palm Beach Gardens is sometimes like living in an upscale town of Mayberry.  I have been living in the Palm Beach Gardens area for the past 10 years and have met some amazing people here.  These people are highly educated and extremely well read, which is why it surprises me when they seemed shocked to find out that we still have 100% financing programs available.  Yesterday I was at my local Cigar shopenjoying a good smoke when I was speaking with another patron about the mortgage industry.  The gentleman said "I wish you guys still offer a 100% financing my friend really wants to buy something". I informed him that the industry still offers many of the 100% programs.  The guidelines for these programs have just tigh... 06/13/2007

Property taxpayers in Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Jupiter and throughout Palm Beach County are closely watching the Florida Legislature these next 11 days as lawmakers meet in special session trying one more time to provide property tax relief.As a veteran Congressional staff member of years past, it is fascinating to read the politicking, posturing and positioning among legislators.The issues they are wrestling with are monumental.  How do you stop the runaway spending of local governments that have had significant revenue increases due to inflated property values? How do you react when local governments tell their constituents that budget cuts will have to be make in police, fire and other vital services if the property tax cut is passed?How do y... 06/12/2007

Carrington Model: 5 Bedrooms, 5 1/2 Half Bath,  Two Stories, Three Car Garage, Pool, Covered Cabana, On Golf Course, Saturnia Marble Floors, Carpeting, Gourmet Kitchen, Gated Community. Has a Social Membership. Amenities: Pool, Golf Course, Spa, Picnic Area, Sidewalks, Putting Green, Tennis, bike-Jog Paths, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Club Room.Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenFrenchman's Reserve Specialist.Ocean 30 Marketing Group.Kathy@Ocean30.com1-561-676-6333Quantum One Realty3307 Northlake Blvd #103Palm Beach Gardens, Fl 33403   .   06/11/2007

As our family was enjoying lunch on the patio, my 4 year old grandson decided to climb in his favorite tree.  We watched as he reached the top.  Once up there, he suddenly realized that he was some distance off the ground.  We were all laughing until our sides hurt at his comments.  Finally, he yelled, "Call the fire department! Call 911-!!"Grandma went to the rescue by reaching up into the tree and plucking him down. The good news is that  he apparently understands  what is to be done in case of an emergency and Grandma was his hero in spite of the fact that she wasn't wearing a red cape!For Information on Evergrene, call:  Virginia Gallopo (561) 346-8423 06/10/2007

The Signature Collection at Frenchman's Reserve offers five elegant estate homes designs ranging from 3,700 to 5,400 square feet. Homes Sites are 80' x 140'. These homes are a stunning showcase of Toll Brothers' craftmanship. Designer Finishes throughout, Architectual details,Stunning Master Suites.Included in the Amenities are the Golf Course, tennis, Spa, Heated Pool, Club House. The Signature Collections Go to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenKathy@Ocean30.comwww.mirasolgolfhomes.comQuantum one Realty 06/10/2007

St. Tropez model:  Built by Toll Brothers Features: Two Bedrooms, den, 2 1/2 baths, Formal living room and dining room, soaring ceilings, Kitchen with separate breakfast room, laundry room, two car garage. Air Condition Living Area 2,954 sq.ft. Enjoy the nearby beaches, All of the Resort ammenities, Heated Pool and SpaGo to Frenchmans Reserve Website. Kathy LewellenKathy@Ocean30.com561-676-6333www.frenchmansgolfhomes.comQuantum One Realty 06/10/2007