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Welcome to my Northeast Florida real estate blog — your local hub for everything St. Augustine and Jacksonville. I’m Neal Brown, a REALTOR®, Veteran, and Investor with iHeart Realty.

Here, I share neighborhood news, buyer and seller tips, market updates, and community stories that help you make smarter real estate decisions. Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or relocating, you’ll find hyper-local insights to guide your next move.

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St. Augustine’s Regatta of Lights: A Floating Holiday Tradition on the Matanzas River

St. Augustine’s Regatta of Lights brings our famous Nights of Lights out onto the Matanzas River with a festive boat parade on December 13, 2025. Enjoy the show from the seawall, local restaurants, or even the top of the Castillo during their Holiday Open House.

Neal Brown 11/17/25 Neal Brown 11/17/25

St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights: 2025-26 Guide to Holiday Magic

St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights is back for the 2025–26 season, lighting up the nation’s oldest city with millions of twinkling lights. Here’s your local guide to the best viewing spots, shuttle info, and how to make the most of this magical holiday tradition.