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.
St. Augustine Easter Parade 2026: Your Complete Guide to This Historic Holiday Tradition
The St. Augustine Easter Parade is one of the city’s most cherished spring traditions, bringing horses and carriages, marching bands, floats, pirates, the Easter Bunny, and the Royal Family through historic downtown on Easter Saturday. The 2026 parade takes place on Saturday, April 4, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m., offering visitors a festive and family-friendly way to experience one of St. Augustine’s longest-running holiday celebrations.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Opening Weekend 2026 at VyStar Ballpark
Celebrate Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp Opening Weekend 2026 at VyStar Ballpark with fireworks, championship giveaways, the Georgia Street carnival, and Sunday Family FUNday.
Construction of Pacetti Bay Park Approved in St. Johns County
Pacetti Bay Park is officially moving forward in St. Johns County. With planned amenities like playgrounds, a dog park, sports courts, walking trails, and more, this project will be a great addition for local families and residents in the World Golf Village area.
Greenbriar Park and Library Adds Another Big Win for St. Johns
St. Johns County has officially broken ground on the new Greenbriar Park and Library, a $23.8 million project near RiverTown that will bring a library, pickleball courts, a playground, and four baseball/softball fields to one of the area’s fastest-growing communities.
Down Payment Assistance in Northeast Florida: A Simple Guide for First-Time Buyers and First Responders
Many first-time buyers and first responders in Northeast Florida believe they need a huge down payment to buy a home, but that is often not the case. This guide explains how down payment assistance works, who it may help, and how to start exploring programs that could make homeownership more realistic.
Exciting News — I’m Now a Glen Kernan Certified Agent!
I’m proud to share that I’m now a Glen Kernan Certified Agent, representing one of Jacksonville’s most prestigious communities. This certification allows me to offer specialized insight into Glen Kernan Golf & Country Club’s homes, lifestyle, and market opportunities.