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elcome to The Dirt, your go-to source for the latest in Palm Beach County's sizzling market. I'm Kimberly Miller, your real estate and weather reporter, here to bring you the scoop on what's hot and what's not.

    It seems President-elect Donald Trump may be getting some credit where credit is due - a spike in real estate sales post-November 5th. Realtors are reporting a "Trump Bump" among affluent shoppers looking to rent or buy near Mar-a-Lago, with one high-profile home perused by Kelsey Grammer now sporting a "pending" sign.

    Just across the bridge from Trump's private club is Mary Lou's, a new cocktail lounge set to open in the old Corner Store building. Modeled after a speakeasy, this unique establishment promises an intimate atmosphere with a more decadent vibe, while maintaining the rustic charm of its predecessor.

    In other news, Life Time Fitness is opening its sixth Florida location at Uptown Boca shopping complex next year, offering high-end amenities like small group training spaces and cold plunges. However, these perks come with a price tag - memberships can range from $259 to $299 per month.

    The Palm House hotel has finally reopened after nearly two decades of sitting idle, boasting 21 suites and rooms that can top $1,100 a night during peak season. The hotel's history is marked by intrigue and scandal, but it seems the past is now firmly in the rearview mirror.

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