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Friday, October 28, 2011

When it comes to Fort Lauderdale condos, you have a plethora of options to choose from but few come close to embodying the best qualities all in one package.  Of course one of the ones that effortlessly do capture each of these qualities is the Las Olas Beach Club condo which fuses a location right by the beach with a boatload of amenities and features that are contemporary and all-inclusive.  With so much to offer, why not consider one of the condos for sale?

One of the Las Olas condos you'll find within Las Olas Beach Club is unit 281, a four bedroom and bathroom residence that also includes a half bath.  The floor to ceiling windows provide nearly 360 degree views of the beach and the city and this is only further enhanced when you step out onto the spacious balcony.  You'll also find just over 4000 square feet of living area plus modern residential features like wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and much more.

To learn more about unit 311 in Las Olas Beach Club condo, please click here.


Tuesday, August 16, 2011

A major appeal of choosing to live in the Las Olas Beach Club condo is being able to visit Las Olas Boulevard at all hours of the day.  While Fort Lauderdale as a whole offers a huge array of things you can see and do, Las Olas Boulevard is also an excellent option if you wish to remain close to home.  Here's a suggestion to check out.

One of the more recent places to open up near Las Olas Beach Club is East End Eats, famed for its well regarded lobster bisque.  You'll also find breakfast sandwiches, omelets, wraps, and even empanadas (stuffed bread or pastries common in Latin America) available.  In fact, current vice president Joe Biden has stopped by East End Eats and enjoyed the lobster bisque.

If you prefer some more dessert-like options in your menu, East End Eats also has plenty of variety.  One of the cake decorators once worked for a special order cake service that was singled out by none other than Oprah Winfrey herself.  Definitely take some time out from enjoying Las Olas Beach Club to visit East End Eats.


Monday, June 20, 2011

So you've been considering purchasing one of the units of Las Olas Beach Club but you don't know the first thing about buying a condo, or a property for that matter.  You won't need to worry too much; these tips should get you started on the right foot.

When purchasing any kind of Las Olas condos, one of the first things you should start looking into is financing since the average person cannot afford to pay for a condo in cash.  It is strongly encouraged that you try and get pre-approved before moving forward, this will save you a tremendous amount of legwork and help you get a very good idea of what you can and cannot afford.

Chances are that if you're looking at a building like Las Olas Beach Club you've already done your homework and determined what it does and doesn't have.  If you haven't already done so, you should also familiarize yourself with the association.  The association, besides setting the rules of the building is also responsible for charging dues to condo residents.  Falling behind on these not only puts strain on your neighbors, it could cause you to be barred from using some of the amenities within the building so make sure to factor those into your budget.

These tips should provide a foundation to get started with condo buying.  Make sure to consult a Fort Lauderdale realtor as he or she can help you with any questions and making sure all the paperwork is taken care of.


Monday, May 16, 2011

Condos like Las Olas Beach Club are typically a “safe bet” when exploring condos for sale to call home.  Just like you would a traditional single family home, there are things you should be aware of regardless of how highly regarded a condo may be.  With the ups and downs of the market, risks have increased considerably.

If Las Olas condos like the Beach Club sound appealing, do take a look at the minutes of the board meetings.  There may common problems that several owners are not pleased with which could affect your decision or perhaps impending projects you weren't aware that could also sway your decision.  This will give you a good idea of what you may or may not be willing to live with.

Delinquency rates are also an important factor to be aware of. If several owners aren't making their association payments, there may be an underlying problem such as an association that's underfunded or a large portion that are unhappy for whatever.  Delinquency can potentially make it tougher to sell a unit if you're dealing with delinquency.

Again, these problems are virtually non-existent at a building like Las Olas Beach Club.  Being aware of them however can make your search for Fort Lauderdale condos significantly easier and not to mention safer.


Wednesday, April 06, 2011

We are proud to announce that the Las Olas Beach Club has hired the Castle Group to handle all of its property management needs! Castle's services lead the industry and should enhance the quality of life at the award winning Las Olas Beach Club.


Friday, March 18, 2011

Association fees are a standard requirement of owning condos like Las Olas Beach Club.  There are maintenance fees that must be paid or fees for extra perks like cable television.  When it comes to the latter, what happens when a provider decides to hike up its fees?  Who's responsibility is it to take care of paying those extra dollars each month?

Your first stop should be to read up on the Bulk Service Agreement, a contract detailing what the financial obligations are between a condo association like Las Olas Beach Club and the cable or satellite television company providing the service.  This agreement (which you can request a copy in writing) should detail whether the cable provider has acted improperly by hiking up the fees required of an owner. If extra charges are legally due, the contract should also mention who's responsible for paying up.

In this case, Las Olas Beach Club is only used as an example but make sure that you understand the fine print before scoffing when a provider decides to add on an extra fee for additional channels or receivers with fancy new features.


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