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.
Smoking & Vaping Banned in St. Johns County Parks & Beaches
St. Johns County has banned smoking and vaping at all county-owned parks, playgrounds, and beaches to help keep our outdoor spaces cleaner and more enjoyable. Here’s a friendly rundown of what’s changing and why it matters for our community.
Jacksonville Gets Its First Outdoor Ice Skating Rink — Holiday Fun Is Coming Downtown ⛸️🎄
Downtown Jacksonville is getting its first-ever outdoor ice skating rink — bringing winter magic, festive events, and family fun to the River City all season long.
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.
🍔 Veterans Day 2025: Free Meals and Local Love for Our Heroes
This Veterans Day, restaurants across Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and all of Northeast Florida are saying “thank you” to our heroes with free meals, discounts, and local love. 🇺🇸 From Metro Diner and Mission BBQ to Applebee’s and Starbucks, here’s your guide to where veterans and active-duty military can enjoy well-deserved appreciation — and a great meal.