The Keyes Company

09/23/2026

What Should Stay With the House When You Sell?
A buyer tours your home and sees the dining room light fixture, garage shelving, and smart doorbell. You may see personal belongings that will move with you. The buyer may assume some of those same items are part of the house.
Sorting that out early can prevent confusion once an offer is on the table.
Don't...

Buyers and sellers don't always make the same assumptions about what stays with a home. Clarifying fixtures, appliances, and other items early can prevent confusion later.

09/22/2026

Shelton Coats II joins Keyes President Christina Pappas to unpack the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act and what it means for South Florida buyers and sellers.

Visit Commercial Team's team profile on The Keyes Company. Commercial Team works out of the Aventura office and can be contacted at 754.244.1325.

09/21/2026

When to Repair, Replace, or Leave a Home Feature Alone
Not every worn, dated, or imperfect part of a home needs to be replaced. Sometimes a relatively small repair can add years to its useful life. In other cases, continuing to patch the same problem costs more time and money than replacing it.
Knowing which approach makes sense starts with looking at more...

Not every worn or dated part of a home needs to be replaced. Learn how to weigh condition, repair history, function, and future plans before deciding what to do.

09/18/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/18/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 7225 Maidstone Drive, Port Saint Lucie.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 7225 Maidstone Drive, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986, 1789 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $429,900, MLS ID B26063672

09/16/2026

What to Do When Your Home Has Been on the Market Longer Than Expected
Most sellers have a rough idea of how long they expect their home to take to sell. When that timeline stretches, it's easy to focus on the number of days the listing has been active.
The more useful question is why buyers haven't moved forward.
Sometimes the answer is price. Other times, the home is...

A slower-than-expected home sale may call for more than patience. Take a fresh look at price, presentation, feedback, and how the listing is reaching buyers.

09/14/2026

Ways to Repurpose an Underused Room
Some rooms slowly stop serving a real purpose. A formal dining room may only get used a few times a year. A spare bedroom may become a holding area for boxes and things that don't have another home. Even a finished basement or loft can end up sitting mostly empty.
That doesn't always mean the room needs...

An underused room doesn't have to stay that way. A few practical changes can turn extra space into something that works better for everyday life.

09/12/2026

Buying your first home may feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right guidance, the process can be smooth and exciting.

✨ I can help you:
• Understand the home buying process
• Connect with trusted lenders
• Explore down payment assistance programs
• Find homes that fit your budget

If you're thinking about buying your first home in South Florida, let’s talk!

???? Contact me at 754 244 325/[email protected] to get started

09/11/2026

Are you a motivated real estate agent ready to take your business to the next level? The Exquisite Sculley Team is expanding, and we’re looking for passionate agents who want to grow, learn, and succeed in today’s competitive market.

✨ What We Offer:
• Team support and mentorship
• Lead opportunities
• Marketing and branding support
• Training and professional development
• A collaborative and growth-focused environment

Whether you’re a newly licensed agent or an experienced professional, we’re looking for driven individuals who are ready to build a thriving real estate career.
We promise that no team leader puts in as much time and effort to help our Realtors® do more business. With support like this, success is a formality.

Call or come in today to meet The Exquisite Sculley Team, we will position you to provide better service to your customers. Contact Othniel Sculley at 754 244 1325 / [email protected].

09/11/2026

Recently Pending! Take a look at what recently went pending at 335 W Laurel Dr, Margate.

Photos, maps, description of Property For Rent at 335 W Laurel Dr, Unit 1M, Margate, FL 33063, asking price of $1,575 / Monthly