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Elyse Berman PA is a Pet-Friendly REALTOR® and retired Court Reporter who has been helping people buy and sell homes for 22 years. She serves Boca Raton/Delray Beach/Boynton Beach, Florida and the surrounding areas. Check out her blog.

Latest Posts By Elyse Berman

16 hours ago

Choosing Flooring That’s Beautiful, Comfortable and Practical for You and Your Pets

If you’re a woman over 60 buying a home in South Florida or anywhere else, you’ll have plenty of decisions to make. One that often gets overlooked is the flooring. Many buyers focus on the kitchen, bathrooms, or the view from the lanai, which are all important. But flooring is something to consider, as well…

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4 weeks ago

Women Over 60 Are Redefining the Real Estate Market

Women over 60 are a rapidly growing demographic of buyers seeking safety, lower maintenance, active social communities and family. Why? Over the years, I’ve helped many women over 60 buy homes in South Florida. Their stories are all different. Some were beginning a new chapter after losing a spouse. Others wanted to be closer to children and grandchildren…

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2 months ago

Tips for Being a Good Pet Neighbor

Pets bring so much joy to our lives, but being a responsible pet owner also means being a considerate neighbor. A little common courtesy goes a long way toward creating a happy, peaceful community for everyone – both pet lovers and non-pet owners alike. Here are a few simple tips for being a good pet neighbor…

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3 months ago

Condo vs. HOA: What Pet Owners Need to Know

If you’re moving with a dog (or two… or a cat), choosing between a condominium and an HOA community isn’t just about price or location. It can determine whether your pet is even allowed, how big they can be and how easy your daily life will be…

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4 months ago

How to Work from Home Without Driving Your Pets (or Yourself) Crazy

Working from home is no longer a temporary shift – it’s a lifestyle for many of us and one that many women over 60 happily embrace. No more going to the office! And if you share your home with pets, chances are they’ve fully embraced this change, too. To them, it’s the best thing that ever happened – you’re home all day…

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5 months ago

Tips for Buying a Home with Pets

Pets are a big part of our world. Many women over 60 have pets, as well as many others. They’re part of our families. Thinking of moving? Just look at those faces and you know they’re coming with you. Honestly, would you go without them? I wouldn’t!

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6 months ago

How to Find an Honest Real Estate Agent (Whether Buying or Selling)

Let’s face it. Real estate agents get a bad rap. But there are some very good ones out there helping buyers and sellers every day, and doing a great job at it. It’s like any other profession. You have to find them. So how do you find an honest real estate agent to buy or sell your home? Good question!

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7 months ago

Should You Buy a Home without Seeing It First?

Buying a home is one of the largest purchases, if not the largest, you’ll make in your lifetime. And for women over 60, we want to be as careful as possible. Traditionally, buying a home involved multiple visits and inspections. However, in the past few years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic…

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8 months ago

Because They’re Family: Moving with Pets the Right Way

Moving to a new home can be both exciting and exhausting for those over 60. Moving with pets can make the process a bit more complicated….

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9 months ago

How to Make Your Home Pet Friendly

Pets are family today. They live with us. They provide companionship and are a great source of comfort, especially to those living alone. To make your home pet friendly, you must provide a safe environment for them. Puppies and kittens are like babies…

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