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        <description>Daytona Beach news and Port Orange real estate updates. Real Estate information  updated daily. </description>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Evaporating Daytona Beach Condo Inventory 2012</title>
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And there was one! Yes, only one Opus condo left with an asking price less than $300,000.00. The subject unit is #102 located on the north side on the first floor with a parking lot view! This is a trend we are seeing throughout the Daytona Beach area, not just at the Opus condominium.  Overall, it’s not as easy to locate a condo for a great price with incredible views.  If you look back only a year or two, there was a plethora of condos to choose from in a wide variety of newer constructed buildings. Today, in buildings like the Bella Vista in Daytona Beach Shores, there are only 3 units for sale!  Listed below you will find a list of newer constructed condos and the available inventory as of today. 




Ocean Vistas – 6 units for sale, Only two direct oceanfront units.


Ocean Villas - 3 units for sale. Only one oceanfront unit for sale.


Palma Bella – 7 units for sale. No oceanfront units for sale.


Bella Vista – 3 units for sale. 1 direct oceanfront unit for sale.


Marbella – 1 oceanfront unit for sale.


Sanibel - 4 units for sale. 1 oceanfront for sale.


Island Crowne – 6 units for sale. All units oceanfront in this building.


Palmas  De Mallorca – Zero units for sale.


Kingston Tower – 1 unit oceanfront for sale.




For More information about condo deals in the Daytona Beach area, please contact Kevin Kling at 386-527-8577. Kevin specializes in Daytona Beach condo sales and he has vast knowledge about Daytona Beach condo buildings and locations. 
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            <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 06:13:31 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>VPK Registration Port Orange 2012</title>
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New residents that recently moved to Volusia County or the Port Orange area may not realize that their children are entitled to free voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK). The VPK program is essentially a preschool program that is offered to every four year old in the state, free of charge.


	Children who attend VPK will learn skills that will help prepare them for entering and succeeding in one of the Volusia County elementary schools. 4 year olds experience the classroom atmosphere, learn letters, numbers, cutting, pasting, and more. Children also learn important social interaction with teachers and children their age. It’s a wonderful summer program for those parents who have children who will be entering kindergarten in the fall. 


To learn more about the VPK program in Volusia County or to get your child signed up, contact the Early Learning Coalition of Flagler and Volusia, which is located in Daytona Beach. Please call 386-323-2400.
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            <pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:38:48 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Golf Courses, Tournaments &amp; More In Daytona Beach 2012</title>
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Golf courses are a big attraction for buyers relocating to the Daytona Beach area.  Daytona Beach and surrounding areas offer golfing opportunities all year long that are very hard to beat. The prices and the courses are very competitive! You can hit the green early in the morning to beat the heat, or spend your evening chipping away. Based on your budget or skill level, there are many courses to choose from. 


There is an upcoming golf tournament that any local golfer should add to his/her schedule. It is The Mayor’s Invitational, which takes place in Port Orange on June 16, 2012 at The Golf Club at Cypress Head. To get involved in this event, call 386-506-5851 for more information. If you are just getting started and need some instruction or want to make some improvements, consider checking out one of the Saturday morning golf clinics held at the Daytona Beach Golf Club. Every Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m., PGA pros teach the classes, and it’s only $10 per golfer. For more information about these golf lessons, call 386-671-3508.


Here’s a tip for those who are just starting the game of golf and don’t want to spend a lot of money. Search Port Orange golf course communities or Daytona Beach neighborhoods for garage sales to find great deals on golf club sets.  Finding a used set of clubs is enough to get started in the game of golf without investing hundreds of dollars on a new set of clubs.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:20:45 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Port Orange History Lectures 2012</title>
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Edmund Burke, an Irish philosopher, once said, “Those who don’t know history are destined to repeat it.” Whether you have been a long time history buff, or you have a new found interest in the subject, there are some interesting history events taking place in the Ormond Beach and Port Orange area. 


Here are a couple of upcoming Volusia County history events that you can put on your calendar:




Port Orange History Lecture Series – Do you want to learn about the history of Port Orange?  Well, you can attend a series of lectures that will teach you all about the history of Port Orange, Florida. The lecture series will be at the Port Orange City’s Adult Center Annex, located at 3738 Halifax Drive at 1:00 p.m. Dates scheduled include April 13, May 11, and June 8, 2012. For more information on this free Port Orange history lecture series, call 386-506-5522.


Discover Our History Lecture Series – This history event will be held at the Anderson-Price Memorial Building at 42 North Beach Street in Ormond Beach on April 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. The topic of discussion will be "The Spanish and French in Florida: A Personal Perspective.” The debate and discussion will be orchestrated by two people from Florida State College in Jacksonville. They will offer refreshments starting at 9:30 a.m. This is a free event.




Share these dates and events with your neighbors. 
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            <pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:57:53 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Treating And Avoiding Jellyfish Stings</title>
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Summer weather is finally here again and it's time to enjoy the Daytona area beaches. This time of year you may see different warning flags at the beach.  One warning you may find on the beach this time of year is the jellyfish or man o' war warning. Steady east or northeast winds may push this marine wildlife to shallow waters. It's always a good idea to consult a lifeguard about colored flags positioned at Daytona Beach lifeguard stands. 





The only way you can completely avoid jellyfish stings is to stay away from the beach. That's hard to do when the weather is perfect! We live here in the Daytona Beach area for the beach, so that’s not an option for many of us. Awareness of the jellyfish or man o' war presence is key to avoiding a sting or any complications. The good news is that jellyfish and man o' war presence here is rare, but it's always a good idea to be prepared just in case.


First, when you drive onto the beach notice the flag color. If it’s purple, it means there is dangerous marine life. You should inquire with the beach patrol or a lifeguard to find out what the dangerous marine life is that you should avoid. If it’s Portuguese Man o’ War, like it was this past weekend, you need to be very careful when in the water. Man O' War presence in the water may be the day you spend building sandcastles instead of swimming in the Atlantic Ocean. 


If you do get stung, avoid rubbing and avoid pouring water on the sting. For quick relief, pour straight vinegar over the entire sting. Pouring vinegar on the sting will take away the pain. Small portions of the population can have a dangerous reaction that requires immediate medical attention. It's a good idea to keep a bottle of vinegar in your beach bag just in case. 
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            <pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 07:03:48 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Florida Landscape Help - Port Orange</title>
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Maintaining your landscaping for your Florida home does not have to be difficult. When planting, it is important to make sure you use Florida natural trees, shrubs, and landscaping materials. Using this step will help make sure what you have in your yard is going to survive. It can become costly to keep replace dead plants that can’t survive the Florida winters and summers. There are some plants, trees and shrubs that are going to do better in this area than others. Choosing the right plants now, will save you lots of Port Orange yard work in the future.


There are a couple of Florida landscaping websites that you can review for free online to find information about landscaping in Florida. Most of these Florida landscaping sites are regional specific. Start by checking the Florida Friendly Landscaping site by the University of Florida. This Florida landscaping site offers a database filled with Florida-friendly plants and an interactive yard tool that is helpful for work on your own landscape design. You can also call Volusia County AG Center with questions specific to Volusia County.


Use Florida friendly plants and enjoy what your landscaping has to offer year round. 
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:32:02 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Port Orange Dog Park &amp; More</title>
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There are very convenient dog parks to choose from in Port Orange and surrounding areas in Volusia County. Some parks are located on the beach and a few are located in residential areas. Hours of these parks are usually dusk to dawnn, but may vary.


Listed below are a few dogs parks and designated areas for pets in the Daytona Beach area:




Port Orange: The All Children’s Park in Port Orange has a newer built dog park that is completely fenced.  Many local Port Orange residents frequent this park due to the convenient location.  Seating, trash bins, picnic tables, and the All Childrens Playground are very close.


Ponce Inlet: Dogs are welcome on the beach in Ponce Inlet in designated areas. Lighthouse Point Park is a big destination for dog lovers and friends.  This location is large with plenty of room for your dog to run and enjoy the Atlantic Ocean.


West Volusia: Gemini Springs in DeLand allows dogs. Families can enjoy the park and bring their dog. Additionally, in Debary, you can bring your dog to the Barkley Square and enjoy the afternoon with your four legged friend.




Do you have information about additional dog parks in the Volusia County area? Tell us about your dog park experiences and locations.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 06:39:52 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Daytona Beach Running For Charity</title>
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Have you every participated in a 5k or 10k charity Daytona Beach area run? Don't be discouraged by the word "run". Most of these local events are open to walkers, pets, kids, and more! There are many local charities in the Daytona Beach and Port Orange area that contribute funds to local Volusia County residents from these run walk events. 


Here are a couple of upcoming 5K’s that may interest you:




Palmer Chiropractic Clinics Healthy Heart. This 5K and 10K will be taking place Saturday, February 18, 2012.  It will take place in Port Orange at the City Center.


Venetian Bay 5K Run / Walk. This is going to take place right at Venetian Bay, in New Smyrna Beach. The application to register will be available online beginning February 21st. The race date will be April 21, 2012. This is open to children and adults of all ages. 


Stingray 5K. This race is not until Saturday, April 14, 2012. You have some time to prepare and build your endurance. This run will take place in New Smyrna Beach. 




Do you know of additional charity events in the Daytona Beach and surrounding areas? Please post details below.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 09:44:27 -0600</pubDate>
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            <title>Nook &amp; Kindle Help Volusia County Libraries</title>
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Are you one of the many people who purchased a Kindle or Nook for Christmas? Millions of people own them today, so that means millions are just now learning how to use this new technology. The Volusia County Library is offering assistance to help new users learn how to use these devices correctly and easily!


Area library branches, including Port Orange, Edgewater, and New Smyrna Beach, are offering short classes that will teach you how to download books onto your Nook or Kindle device. They are free classes, but they do require reservations. Currently, a couple of classes are offered per month for free at the local libraries.


This is a great opportunity to get information about how to gain access to many free audio books and e-books through the Volusia County Library’s Overdrive system. If you don’t already own a Nook or Kindle, this free class may help you decide if this is an electronic device you want to add to your collection. 
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            <pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 08:25:33 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>kevin@386realestate.com (Kevin Kling)</author>
            <title>Green Market &amp; Produce Market Port Orange Areas</title>
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There are so many things to love about living in the Daytona Beach and Port Orange area. One thing to love is the availability of all the great year-round farmer markets with fresh fruits, vegetables and much more. Port Orange residents and Daytona Beach visitors can get fresh produce at affordable prices each week at these local outdoor markets.


Three farmer markets in the area that you may want to visit include:




Green Market at The Pavilion at Port Orange. This is a great outdoor market where you can just enjoy the morning and stroll around looking at all the produce goods. Breakfast items, produce, and homemade items, make this an enjoyable market that brings charm to Port Orange. This market is scheduled every Saturday morning.


New Smyrna Beach Farmer's Market. This community market takes place each Saturday morning, starting at 7:00 a.m. Located on historic Canal St., you will find fresh produce, crafts, baked goods, and more.


DeLand Farmer’s Market. This market is scheduled each Wednesday morning, from about 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the Volusia County Fairgrounds. The earlier you arrive, the better, because it gets really busy. Vendors have loads of fresh produce with great prices and a wonderful selection.




Vendors vary per location. Fantastic weather enables wonderful outdoor shopping in the winter and spring! These three markets will give you access to an assortment of great produce and fruit.


Do you know of any other produce or farmer markets in town? Please include the name and date of the market.
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            <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:23:07 -0600</pubDate>
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