The Florida Keys Real Estate Conchquistador: Keys Resources

This page focuses on Florida Keys Real Estate Information and other Keys Lifestyle resources.
Visit often as new info is constantly being added.

Hospitals	Lower Keys Medical Center - Key West - http://www.lkmc.com/ Fishermen's Hospital - Marathon - FishermensHospital.com Mariners Hospital - Tavernier - www.BaptistHealth.net/en/facilities/Mariners-Hospital/Pages/default.aspx
College	Florida Keys Community College- http://www.fkcc.edu/
Schools	Monroe County Schools - http://www.keysschools.com/
Libraries	Monroe County Public Library - http://www.keyslibraries.org/
Electric	Keys Energy Services - Key West to Big Pine -http://www.keysenergy.com/ Florida Keys Electric Cooperative Association, Inc - Marathon to Key Largo - http://www.fkec.com/
Water	Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority - http://www.fkaa.com/
Gas	All Keys Gas Service- http://www.allkeysgas.com/
Waste/ Recycling	Waste Management, Inc - Key West to Big Pine - http://www.wm.com/ Marathon Garbage Service, Inc - Middle Keys Keys Sanitary Service - Upper Keys
Post Office	http://www.usps.com/
Public Transportation	City Bus- http://www.keywestcity.com/ Park N'Ride Shuttle- www.Fla-Keys.com/KeyWest/parknride.htm Key West Transit Featuring live GPS bus routes! - kwtransit.com

Airports	Key West International Airport - http://www.keywestinternationalairport.com/ Marathon Airport - www.Fla-Keys.com/Marathon/Marathon_Airport.htm
Government Offices
Local	Key West - http://www.keywestcity.com/ Marathon - http://www.ci.marathon.fl.us/ Key Colony Beach - http://www.keycolonybeach.net/ Layton - http://www.cityoflayton.com/ Islamorada - http://www.islamorada.fl.us/
County	http://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/
State	http://www.myflorida.com/
Federal	IRS- http://www.irs.gov/ Social Security- http://www.ssa.gov/ Veterans Administration- http://www.va.gov/

9/19/2011 - Fishing Chart

In the Keys, fishing is fantastic year round! With the changing of Summer to Fall though, WHAT you catch may differ. Below is a handy Fishing Chart courtesy of Captain Chris Johnson's site SeaSquared-charters.com, that showcases which species are best to target when. Some species such as Yellowtail and mangrove Snapper are excellent throughout the year. Reel 'em in!!!

6/24/2011 - Computer Repair in the Keys - Keys Computer Service

In the Keys we don't often think about needing Computers repaired..This being paradise and all..why are you on a computer and not out on the boat?? Well, when the inevitable happens..and for me it did THIS week...catastrophically...It's great to have able computer gurus to turn to!! Keys Computer Service in Islamorada ( MM 88 Oceanside) has a super friendly staff and were great to work with and got me back blogging in no time! They can handle all of your Computer and website needs. Call them at 305.393.8831 or visit KeysComputerService.com . And like all of the Conchquistador's recommendations, this one was earned the old fashioned way..by great service!

6/2/2011 - Discounts - Pontunes in Key Largo

All law Enforcement, Military, and Firefighters recieve 15% off food, beverage, and boat rentals!!! Pontunes Marina and Tiki Bar

3/29/2011 - Free Mulch Keyswide!!

Here is a great service offered by Dot Palm Inc. - They will deliver mulch to your property for free! There are a much valued, family -owned keys Business that offers a wealth of landscaping services. Give them a call at 305.743.3090 or go to dotpalms.com

3/28/2011 - A few Examples of what to be aware of when purchasing a home here in the Florida Keys:

Because of environmental concerns, there are Insurance issues to consider and how they can affect getting future building permits (FEMA List).
If you are buying Waterfront property, depending on how large your boat is or will be, then the boating draft (How deep the water needs to be for your boat to get through) is a main issue, as well as access to open water—bridges etc.
If you’re buying a Condo, then you’ll need to know which ones have done upgrades to maintain their value, and which will qualify for financing.
If you’re buying a waterfront home there are some VERY important things you'll have to know.
If your property has a downstairs enclosure...was it/is it legal and in compliance??
If you’re considering using your home as a rental—You’ll want to know the requirements-laws-rental periods and more

These and many other issues are concerns that you should be aware of when considering a property here in the Keys. Lucky for you The Conchquistador has faced and aced them all! Put the experience and expertise of The Conchquistador to work for you!!