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In my opinion, there are few (if any) gifts a parent can give their children better than education. And I know a lot of parents agree with me: it’s why I’ve been asked by a multiple clients about how to get their children into Sunset Elementary and had many only willing to look at homes within the school’s boundaries. For those of you that don’t know, Sunset Elementary is one of the highest ranked elementary schools in Florida. It’s an International Blue Ribbon School of Excellence that has been recognized with the National Elementary Magnet School of Excellence award with an International Studies Magnet Program, a Controlled Choice International Education Program, and a Science and Mathematics Gifted Program. Sunset’s boundaries […]

One of the main motivators I hear from potential sellers when they’re considering putting their home on the market is that they need more space, whether in the form of more bedrooms, an in-home office, a garage or a spacious yard, maybe with a pool or tennis court, too. When I hear this, I immediately think of Pinecrest (and Palmetto Bay, but that’s a topic for another day). This year marks Pinecrest’s 20-year anniversary and during that time period, we’ve witnessed Pinecrest evolve from an area devastated by Hurricane Andrew to a municipality that boasts beautiful homes on sprawling lots, A-rated schools, neighborhood parks and a fully-equipped community center and public library. Looking for an opportunity to live in this […]

It’s an important time of year for Florida homeowners: homestead application time. When you own a property as your permanent residence, you may be eligible to receive a property tax exemption of up to $50,000 and reap one of the many benefits of homeownership. If you don’t apply between January 1 and March 1, you will lose your eligibility for the year and miss out on substantial savings on your real estate taxes. In order to qualify, you must meet certain minimum criteria as of January 1: –You must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident. –You must own the property. –You must occupy the property as a permanent residence (to the exclusion of all others). There are several benefits […]

Yes, we’ve all heard the news: the economy is performing well so interest rates are on their way up. After the economic downturn of 2007-08, the Fed took drastic measures to bolster the economy, such as reducing the price banks pay to borrow money to near zero, which in turn lowered borrowing costs for homeowners, among other things. For the first time in nearly a decade, the Federal Reserve approved a quarter-point increase in its benchmark lending rate earlier this week. What does this mean for homebuyers who plan to finance the purchase of a home with, for example, an adjustable-rate mortgage or a HELOC? Although interest rates will not be skyrocketing overnight, they are expected to start climbing gradually, […]

If you’ve been hankering to live the Grove lifestyle, my new listing–3045R Orange St, #B3–is just perfect for you! Smack-dab in the heart of the Grove, this contemporary 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath tri-level gem is located in the gated Atrium in the Grove community. The first floor features an updated eat-in kitchen and formal dining room, while the second floor boasts an ensuite guest bedroom, an open family room with an additional convertible bedroom area, a wet bar and a half-bath. The grand master bedroom/loft is located on the third floor. Additional highlights of this spectacular property include volume ceilings, abundant natural light, wood floors, a rooftop terrace and a ground-floor deck and patio. Truly a perfect home for entertaining and enjoying […]

  Miami is a city that loves Halloween—for both kids and adults. Whether you want a safe place to trick-or-treat with the family, a world-class haunted house, or an all-out wild party, you’ll find the perfect spooky event in the Magic City for this October 31. (For those more in search of a real estate-themed trick-or-treat outing, contact me and we can tour South Florida’s hottest neighborhoods.)   FOR FAMILIES Spooky Zoo Nights at Zoo Miami October 30 and 31, 2015; 7 to 11 p.m. The zoo is full of safe, exciting Halloween fun for the whole family. The main event, Spooky Zoo Nights, features Dr. Wilde’s Creepy House, a spooky tram ride, and haunted trails throughout the zoo for […]