2013

April 10, 2014

A Week of New Listings!

  This has been a busy week for my team, with 6 new listings and more on the way! Take a look below for my new listings, and click on the photos for more information.           4855 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables                   590 Loretto Ave, Coral Gables                  8120 SW 191 St, Cutler Bay                                  8890 SW 183 Terr, Palmetto Bay            8365 SW 183 Terr, Palmetto Bay                      7355 SW 89 St Unit 417N, Toscano Condo
September 25, 2013

On the Lookout for Homestead Exemption Cheats

The Miami Herald recently published an article about homestead exemption fraud in Miami-Dade County, by Martha Brannigan. (Click here to view the full story). Miami-Dade Property Appraiser Carlos Lopez-Cantera has requested help from local cities in Miami-Dade County to put an end to the fraud, enlisting 16 investigators to begin the process. The Miami-Dade County property appraiser has around 2,900 leads that these detectives will begin working on after they complete the homestead exemption training. “Getting caught can be costly”, Brannigan states, “Under state law, violators must pay up to 10 years in back taxes, plus a 50 percent penalty, plus 15 percent annual interest.” “The official with the biggest stake in the effort was Miami-Dade Public Schools Superintendent Alberto […]
August 23, 2013

11th Annual BNI Miami-Dade Charity Golf Tournament

It is that time of year, again! The 11th Annual BNI Miami-Dade Charity Golf Tournament benefitting Big City Mountaineers is just around the corner. The tournament will take place on Friday, September 20, 2013, at the historic Biltmore golf course. Lunch begins at 12:00 P.M., followed by a shotgun start, 18-hole scramble at 1:00 P.M. The cocktail reception and silent auction will begin at 6:00 P.M. We are still accepting golfers, silent auction items, and donations. We hope to see everyone there! For more information about the golf tournament, view our facebook page here, or contact me for more information. I have written about Big City Mountaineers many times. (click here) For more information on the Big City Mountaineers, their national program […]
July 19, 2013

Coral Gables Market Update

The month of June was an interesting one for the Coral Gables real estate market. After a dip in the average price per square foot in May after a steady increase since the beginning of the year, the average price per square foot for closed sales jumped to $416. This is an all time high for 2013, an increase of 41% since January. It is a great time to sell! If you aren’t happy with your real estate results, if it’s not the market, it might be your method. Looking to purchase in Coral Gables? Please click here to view my available listings for sale. Contact us for a complimentary analysis of your home! Drew Kern EWM Realty International Chairman’s […]
March 11, 2013

Deering Bay Seafood Festival 2013

Sunday, March 24, 2013, The Deering Estate Foundation is throwing the 9th Annual Deering Seafood Festival on the Bay! Chosen as one of Florida’s Top Ten Food Festivals by BizBash Media, this is one event you definitely don’t want to miss out on. From 10:00 A.M. until 6:00 P.M., come enjoy seafood of all kinds, plus burgers and wings, live entertainment, and cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs. Pontoon boat rides are available, and for the youngsters, a Kids Zone complete with inflatables and kid-friendly food. Advance Prices: $15.00 for adults and $5.00 for ages 4-14 Event Day Prices: $25.00 adults $5.00 for ages 4-14 Children under 4 are free! For more information, please click here. *Photo Compliments of The Deering Estate
January 25, 2013

Pinecrest Gardens Fine Arts Festival

This weekend, January 26-27, Pinecrest Gardens will be holding its 10th Annual Fine Arts Festival. The festival will be open from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. Admission to the festival is free! Approximately 60 artists from all over the world will be exhibiting their art throughout the gardens.  There will be live music, and an assortment of food vendors. Between the beautiful art, wonderful food and entertainment, and the lush tropical gardens, this is sure to be a wonderful event. Interested in purchasing or selling your home? My team and I just sold a home in Pinecrest in 16 days! You can view more information on that home here. We also have more listings in Pinecrest coming on the market in […]
January 15, 2013

Beaux Arts Festival 2013

The 62nd Annual Beaux Arts Festival will be taking place this weekend, January 19-20, 2013 at the Lowe Art Museum, on the University of Miami campus. The festival will be open from 10:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday. Visitors will view pieces from over 200 juried exhibitors from around the world, live music, delicious dining options, as well as free admission to the Lowe Art Museum. There will also be a Student Art Showcase, featuring student artists from around Dade-County. For more information on the festival, and Beaux Arts Miami, please click here. While you are in the area, why not come take a look at one of our Coral Gables listings. Contact us to set up an appointment […]
January 11, 2013

Year in Review

2012 was a great year! As we begin 2013, my 15th year with EWM Realty International, my team and I are reaching out to you, our friends, family and clients, to thank you for your support. With over 85 total transactions, and selling close to $30,000,000.00 in 2012, we are excited and hopeful to see an even better year in 2013. Interested in purchasing a home or wondering what yours might be worth? Contact us for a complimentary analysis of your home!