South Florida Resource Guide

Broward and Palm Beach County

Community Resource Guide 

Are you ready to find your perfect home in the vibrant communities of Broward and Palm Beach Counties? 

 

Contact Domenico Opiela, your dedicated residential real estate specialist, who'll guide you every step of the way.

 

Specializing in Broward, Palm Beach, St. Lucie, Martin, and Miami-Dade Counties, as well as other locations throughout Florida, I'm committed to helping you make a seamless transition into your new home.

 

My passion is helping homebuyers navigate the diverse and dynamic real estate landscape of South Florida, and my expertise extends beyond finding the perfect home; he is dedicated to ensuring that your relocation experience is stress-free and enjoyable.


Broward County was named for Florida's 19th governor, Napoleon Bonaparte Broward, who served from January 3, 1905- January 5, 1909. Prior to his political career, Broward was known across the state for using his steamboat to smuggle guns to Cuban revolutionaries before the start of the Spanish-American War of 1898.

Oldest Structure… Stranahan House

Built in 1901, listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1973

Area: 1,323 Square Miles

Municipalities: 31

2023 Population: 2 Million

Number of Parks: 50

The first modern-day IBM PC was secretly worked on in Boca Raton under the name "Project Acorn." The computer was crowned "Machine of the Year" by Time magazine in 1983, overtaking the original cover that was planned to be "Man of the Year" by Apple's Steve Jobs.

Oldest Structure… Jupiter Lighthouse

Opened in 1860, the Lighthouse Museum opened in 1973

Area: 2,248 Square Miles

Municipalities: 39

2023 Population: 1.54 Million 

Number of Parks: 110

These items typically have a 30-day deadline to complete when moving into a new home in Florida. 

Transferring your Driver License in Broward & Palm Beach Counties

As a new resident of the Sunshine State, you have 30 days once you have established residency to get your Florida driver's license or ID card. You may be considered a new resident when you accept employment, engage in a trade, register to vote, enroll a child in a Florida public school, or file for homestead exemption.

 

When moving to Florida from another state, you must make a reservation for an in-person driver's license service.

The Class E Knowledge and Driving Skills Exam is waived if you present your valid out-of-state driver's license. 

A vision test is required.

Register to Vote in

Broward & Palm Beach Counties

YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN FLORIDA IF:

  • You are a citizen of the United States of America.
  • You are a Florida resident.
  • You are at least 18 years old (you may pre-register to vote at the age of 16, but you cannot vote until you are 18).
  • You have not been adjudicated mentally incapacitated with respect to voting in Florida or any other state.
  • You have not been convicted of a felony, or have been convicted of a felony and had your voting rights restored.

Motor Vehicle Registration in

Broward & Palm Beach Counties

As a new resident of the Sunshine State, you have 30 days once you have established residency to apply for a new vehicle title and registration. You may be considered a new resident when you accept employment, engage in a trade, register to vote, enroll a child in a Florida public school, or file for homestead exemption. 

 

To register a vehicle that was previously titled out-of-state, you will need to make a reservation at a service center. You may be required to bring the following documents & information to your scheduled reservation:

  • Proof of valid Florida auto insurance.
  • Bring an Out-of-state title certificate. 
  • If leased, bring leasing company information. 
  • If you have a lien (financing by monthly payments), bring the lienholder's name and address.
  • Valid passport or U.S. driver's license/ID card.

Community Resources in Broward & Palm Beach Counties 

Congratulations on the purchase of your new home. 

 

As a seasoned professional with a passion for helping homebuyers navigate the diverse and dynamic real estate landscape of South Florida, I understand that moving is more than just finding the perfect house; it's about settling into a new community. 

 

My expertise extends beyond finding the perfect home and I'm dedicated to ensuring that your relocation is a stress-free and enjoyable experience. 

 

To help make settling into your new community a little easier, below is a comprehensive guide to local services in Broward and Palm Beach County.

Government

Useful contact and resident information for Broward and Palm Beach County Government Offices and Services

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Healthcare

Useful information about Broward and Palm Beach County Health Care Services.

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Emergency Services 

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Transportation

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Education

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Culture & Recreation 

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Shopping

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Events

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