Yes, you can make friends before you even move in. We tested this during our "Stay and Play" at our new construction community in Port St. Lucie and here is exactly what happened. 🐾 The Pet Test Walking our dogs around the streets helped us meet real neighbors and feel out the vibe for our fur babies before we even had a move in date. 🥂The Holiday Factor We attended the community Christmas party and met developers AND future neighbors all in one night. Game changer. 📱 The Digital Welcome We were added to the street group text before we even closed. An active and welcoming street makes all the difference. Shopping new construction in Port St. Lucie or Southern Grove? Do not just look at the floor plans. Look at the people. 👇 Save this if you are planning your own "Stay and Play" visit soon.

🏡 Thinking about buying your first home in 2026? Let’s break it down step by step! 📝 1️⃣ Get pre-approved for a mortgage before you start shopping. It shows sellers you’re serious! 2️⃣ Make a wish list. What are your must-haves and nice-to-haves? 🛋️🌳 3️⃣ Tour homes with your agent. Don’t forget to check the neighborhood vibe! 🏘️ 4️⃣ Make an offer and negotiate smartly. Your agent will help you every step of the way. 🤝 5️⃣ Schedule inspections and appraisals to avoid surprises. 🔍 6️⃣ Close the deal and get those keys! 🔑🎉 Ready to start your home journey? Drop your questions below! 👇

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Thinking about Port Saint Lucie? We test-drove it before we moved. 🌴 Before officially relocating in March 2026, we did a 5-day "Stay and Play" at Tesoro Club to see if the PSL lifestyle was really for us. Spoiler: it was. ✅ Here's what we experienced: 🏌️‍♂️ Daily golf, fitness center and open-play pickleball 🍔 Dining at Terrace Club and poolside Cabanas 🏗️ Explored Southern Grove to see what's coming next 🌊 Discovered why PSL feels like a mini Las Olas without the South Florida chaos Don't guess on your next move. Test-drive it first. I'm Melissa Carbonell and I help families find their perfect next chapter in Port St. Lucie. 💬 Comment "PSL" if you're thinking about making the move to the Treasure Coast!

Melissa Carbonell is a Fort Lauderdale area REALTOR® and licensed Florida mortgage broker with over 25 years of experience in real estate and mortgage lending. She leads the Melissa Carbonell Group, brokered by Real Broker, LLC, helping homeowners across the greater Fort Lauderdale area and all of Broward County sell the family home and transition to their next chapter. Her clients are typically empty nesters, estate and probate sellers, and midlife homeowners ready to rightsize, retire, or relocate, often to Port St. Lucie and the Treasure Coast, Central Florida, or back to the Northeast. With career production exceeding $100 million, 12 to 25 annual transactions, and a top-10% ranking among Broward County agents, Melissa is also a recognized condominium transaction expert, frequently consulted by other Fort Lauderdale area agents navigating complex condo sales. She holds more than 30 five-star Google reviews and 30 reviews on Renowned (formerly RateMyAgent), and has been featured on American Dream TV. Melissa recently sold her own family home in Fort Lauderdale and relocated to a new-construction home in Port St. Lucie, giving her firsthand experience in the exact transition she guides her clients through every day.

South Florida is changing... and it's finally happening on foot. 🚶‍♂️☀️ Forbes is calling it: South Florida might be having its walkable moment. Here's what's shifting: 🔹 Car culture is slowly giving way to walkable neighborhoods 🔹 New mixed use developments are popping up across the region 🔹 Demand for live, work, walk communities is at an all time high 🔹 Cities like Miami and Fort Lauderdale are rethinking urban design Could this be the future of South Florida living? Swipe to see what the buzz is all about

The Blue Angels are coming to Vero Beach✈️ and you do NOT want to miss this! 📅 May 15 to 17, 2026 📍 Vero Beach Regional Airport, FL Here's what to expect: ✈️ Friday Night Show from 6PM to 9:30PM ✈️ Blue Angels perform LIVE (Sat & Sun only) ✈️ Kids 12 & under get in FREE ✈️ Discounted tickets for military & veterans ✈️ FREE parking included ✈️ Family fun zone, food, and aircraft displays This is more than an air show. It's Florida's biggest aviation weekend celebrating America's 250th birthday 🇺🇸 Swipe to see what's coming! 🎟️ Grab your tickets at veroairshow.com before they sell out!

🌴 Paradise found in The Cove! This stunning 3-bed, 2-bath pool home is your private oasis in one of Deerfield Beach’s most coveted neighborhoods. Homes like this RARELY hit the market—don’t let it slip away! ✨ Key Features: • Saltwater heated pool & hot tub for year-round relaxation • Impact windows & doors for peace of mind • Bright, open floor plan with Florida room overlooking lush backyard • No HOA—flexibility for full-time living, seasonal escapes, or investment • Walk/bike to award-winning beaches, dining, and shops Ready to live the ultimate coastal lifestyle? Schedule your showing now before someone else grabs this gem! 👉 https://melcarbonell.com/d8rda5vg