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5 Tips for Moving an Aging Parent
When it comes time to move a parent it can be stressful, whether moving to independent living, assisted living or any type of senior facility. It’s a time filled with great emotion when they may be missing their younger days of great independence and the home they have grown accustomed to. Things like fear of... Read More
What is a Homestead Exemption?
What is a Homestead Exemption? In the state of Florida, if you own a home that is your primary residence, you can file for a Homestead Exemption. This exemption places a maximum property tax increase on your home of just 3%. It’s important to note that there are other exemptions you may be eligible for... Read More
Senior Living: 5 Things to Know About Senior Living Communities
Remember when your parents couldn’t wait to be empty nesters, have the house all to themselves or maybe even downsize? As kids we rarely give thought to our parents aging and being less independent but realistically we know it’s inevitable. The time will come when we need to take a long hard look at senior... Read More
Holiday Lights in Jacksonville and The Beaches
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas — which means, holiday light displays! What better way to enjoy the holidays then to grab some hot chocolate and drive around town to see all the amazing light displays near the beach. It will make for a fun family night, get the kids out of the... Read More
Pickleball Fundraiser Success for INK!’s Investing in Kids
Pickleball has become a hot topic these days as everyone seems to be embracing this sport accidently created back in the mid 1960’s. Don’t snicker at it being a sport either, it’s backed by over 53K members of the United States Amateur Pickleball Association (U.S.A.P.A.). We thought with all the love for this trending sport,... Read More
The Beaches Town Center: Where Neptune Beach Meets Atlantic Beach
Just north of Ponte Vedra Beach and Jacksonville Beach sits two quaint beach communities thriving in local hotspots featuring fantastic dining, entertainment, shopping and of course, some of the prettiest ocean frontage to grace the First Coast. The Beaches Town Center is not just a landmark to the locals looking for good food but vacationers... Read More
Day Trip from the Beach: Zip Lining in Ocala
A Day Trip to Zip the Canyons in Ocala, Florida With the cooler temperatures finally upon us, it’s the perfect time to plan a fun day trip to just about anywhere. If you’re the adventurous type like me, you should try Zip the Canyons in Ocala, the only true canopy tour in all of Florida.... Read More
Ponte Vedra Focus Blog Scholarship Celebrates 5th Anniversary
It’s hard to believe this is the 5th year of the Ponte Vedra Focus Blog Scholarship! It’s been amazing to be able to help our local students achieve great things when leaving high school and this year will be no different. The annual Blog Scholarship is sponsored by The Volen Group at Keller Williams Luxury... Read More
Girlpower NFL Flag Football: Where are They Now?
This time last year we introduced you to Girlpower NFL Flag Football and coach Phil Squatrito for it’s inaugural season taking place at Davis Park in Ponte Vedra. We thought it would be a great time to update you on where Girlpower is today and some of their amazing achievements in only one year. Girlpower... Read More
Pickleball Fundraiser hosted by The Volen Group
Since everyone loves pickleball as well as supporting local organizations, The Volen Group at Keller Williams Luxury in Ponte Vedra Beach decided to combine both for one special event. On Tuesday, November 15 from 4PM – 7:30PM, The Volen Group is hosting a Pickleball Fundraiser supporting INK!’s (Investing in Kids) initiatives to elevate St. Johns... Read More