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You can always tell the first week after school lets out because it takes twenty minutes less to get anywhere. All kidding aside, just because the weather is heating up doesn’t mean that you can’t get out and enjoy everything that living in South Florida has to offer. And the best part is you don’t have to drive across the county to enjoy some of the best Miami has to offer. There are dozens of events this month in Palmetto Bay that are worth checking out. First, you can kick off the summer with a splash at the End of School Summer Splash at Coral Reef Park on June 9th. There will be water slides, games, music, water balloons and […]

June 1st marked the official start to Hurricane season. And, as we haven’t had a storm make landfall in Miami since 2005, I thought it was a good idea to give you a friendly reminder on how to prepare just in case 2016 is the year. Hurricane Preparedness Checklist: Before the Storm: Check Your Insurance There are two ways your home can get damaged when a storm hits: wind and water. Set a meeting with your insurance agent to go over the details of your policy. It’s a good idea to meet them as soon as possible: Flood Insurance policies normally have a 30-day waiting period to go into effect, so if you want to secure coverage for July, you […]

Valentine’s Day is around the corner so for the romantics out there, now’s the time to begin planning a special Valentine’s Day dinner with your loved ones. My wife and I stopped going out for Valentine’s Day dinner a long time ago. We came to realize that a quiet dinner at home is a wonderful way to spend the evening and now we enjoy preparing a fun family dinner with our two boys. In particular, what we have really enjoyed doing is planning a family meal that focuses on fresh ingredients that are readily available locally. Here are a few of our go-to places to find delicious ingredients for an out-of-this-world meal, for Valentine’s Day or any other occasion. For […]

We’ve all got New Year’s resolutions and it’s too soon to have given up on them already. (Right?) This is the perfect time of year to enjoy one of South Florida’s greatest assets, access to great outdoor activities. Whether you’re a fan of a leisurely stroll, a long run or a scenic bike ride, there are lots of wonderful trails around Miami. I grew up hiking and biking these trails with my family and relish introducing them to my children now. An added bonus? You get to explore the different neighborhoods that make up South Florida, which is something I enjoy and know you will too. For updated listings or additional information about these communities, contact me today! Florida Trail, […]

Last week I wrote about the many benefits of living in the Village of Pinecrest, currently celebrating their first 20 years as a municipality, but this week I have to turn to my home. I love Palmetto Bay, and it’s not just because I’m a long-time resident. The Village of Palmetto Bay, celebrating its 14th year as a municipality, truly is a wonderful place to live. With beautiful homes at a more reasonable price per square foot (especially when compared to other South Florida neighborhoods), A-rated public schools, great private school options, easy access to the bay and historic landmarks like Deering Estate, what’s not to love? Here’s another perk: an active Parks & Recreation Department that organizes scores of […]

This year has flown by, and I sincerely hope it has been a good one for you and your loved ones. I would like to thank my family, friends, clients and peers for your support and inspiration in making this a spectacular year. As the sun sets on 2015, Miami continues to rank among the most important real estate markets in the world. What makes Miami unique is its global appeal, enticing both domestic and international buyers with its mild weather, world-class dining, burgeoning arts scene and beautiful beaches. People want to live here and that’s a great thing for real estate. In keeping with recent years, resales of single-family homes remained strong through the third quarter of 2015, indicating […]

Out-of-town friends always ask me, “How do you get in the holiday spirit in Miami?” Temperatures hover in the low- to mid-80s, locals parade around in their summer best and, yes, some of us continue to enjoy a lazy afternoon or two by the pool well into the “winter” months (if it isn’t raining, that is). Life’s rough, isn’t it? That being said, I have to say Miami is a magical place over the holidays. And one of the more enjoyable ways to get into the holiday spirit is to explore our neighborhoods and take in the holiday lights on display. Wondering where to go? Here are some festive places in and around the greater Miami area that are sure […]