Saturday, April 25, 2026 / by Kelly Bruno
Why do some condos in Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral sell in days while others sit for months? It comes down to three things: how you're priced against the competition, how your HOA fee stacks up against similar units, and what happens — or doesn't happen — in the first 72 hours after you go live.
Get all three right, and you go under contract fast. Get even one wrong, and you're chasing the market before you realize what happened.
Condo Buyers Shop by Monthly Payment, Not Just List Price
This is the part most sellers don't fully account for when deciding on a price. When a buyer searches for a condo, they're not just looking at the sales price. They're doing the math on the total monthly cost — mortgage payment plus HOA fee plus taxes plus insurance. That full number is what determines whether your condo fits their budget.
HOA fees on Florida's Space Coast vary significantly from building to building, and that difference direc ...
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Friday, March 27, 2026 / by Kelly Bruno
April 11–12 | Lori Wilson Park & the Cocoa Beach Shoreline
If you live on the Space Coast, you're already used to jaw-dropping things in the sky. Rocket launches. Shuttle flyovers. Starlink trains streaking overhead at midnight. But this April, something new is coming — and it's going to be loud, fast, and absolutely worth clearing your calendar for.
The 2026 Cocoa Beach Air Show lands on April 11th and 12th, and the headliner is the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
What Is the Cocoa Beach Air Show?
This year's event is part of the Air Dot Show Tour — a national traveling airshow series — and rumor has it Cocoa Beach is its very first stop. The show takes place right on the beach along the Atlantic shoreline at Lori Wilson Park (1500 N Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931), giving spectators one of the most dramatic backdrops imaginable: ocean, sky, and jets.
Gates open around 8:30 AM both days, with aerial performances running appr; ...
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Friday, December 26, 2025 / by Kelly Bruno
As the clock strikes midnight and we toast to new beginnings, there's no better time than the start of a new year to take control of your real estate goals. Whether you've been dreaming of finding your perfect beachside condo in Cocoa Beach or finally listing that property you've been holding onto, the new year brings fresh opportunities and renewed energy to make those dreams a reality.
Why January is the Perfect Time to Make Your Move
While many people think spring is the only busy season for real estate, January offers some unique advantages that savvy buyers and sellers shouldn't overlook. The holiday chaos has settled, budgets have been refreshed, and people are ready to act on their resolutions. Here in Brevard County, our beautiful Florida weather means there's never a bad time to showcase a property or tour potential homes.
January buyers tend to be serious and motivated. They're not just browsing; they're ready to make moves. For sellers, this means qualified buyers who hav; ...
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Friday, November 28, 2025 / by Kelly Bruno
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the age-old question: Is it a good time to buy or sell a home? While many people might assume that the holidays are a slow period for real estate, the truth is, there are unique advantages to both buying and selling during this festive time of year. Let's dive into why the holidays might just be the perfect time for your real estate endeavors.
1. Serious Buyers and Sellers
During the holidays, the market tends to see fewer casual lookers and more serious buyers and sellers. Those who are active in the market during this time are often motivated by a pressing need, whether it's relocating for a job, downsizing, or upsizing before the new year. This means that as a seller, you're likely dealing with buyers who are ready to make a decision, and as a buyer, you're encountering sellers who are genuinely interested in closing a deal.
2. Less Competition
With many people focused on holiday festivities, the real estate market typically exp ...
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Friday, October 31, 2025 / by Kelly Bruno
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I'm glad you're here!
I’ve put together a nice assortment of bite-sized pieces of real estate news, entertainment, and resources I think you’re going to enjoy. (And maybe even learn a thing or two you never knew you wanted to know!)
Here's a sneak peek at what's on tap:
It looked good on paper…
Would you buy a haunted house?
6 ways to protect your home (& trick-or-treaters) on Halloween
But first, let’s start it off with my...
Meme of the Week
I’m always curious to know which neighborhoods get the most trick-or-treaters. Do you typically get a lot of activity in yours?
It looked good on paper…
It’s important for agents to make sure we draw attention to features of a home we’re listing, and really make sure buyers can envision the possibilities.
But a real estate agent in the U.K. may have taken that a li ...
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