Community Information
December 1, 2020
New homeownership is worth celebrating, and what better way to welcome a new neighbor or congratulate an old friend on their recent move than to give them a housewarming gift. But not just any gift will do – you want one that reflects their personality and style as well as one that will help them ease into life in their new space. Here are a few tried-and-true housewarming gifts to consider for the new homeowner in your life: For the kitchen – The heart of the home, the kitchen is where so much giving and sharing occurs. It only makes sense that a good housewarming gift is put to good use in the kitchen. For that, you can’t go wrong […]
November 17, 2020
The Village of Pinecrest is one of the most beautiful residential areas in South Florida and is known the world-over for its excellent schools and enviable location. If you’re curious about what homes Pinecrest have to offer, take a look at a few of these featured listings and then get in touch to schedule a showing. Featured listings in Pinecrest 12330 SW 60th Ct – This 7-bedroom, 7.5 bath property was built in 2003 and offers 10,432 square feet of living area. The expansive layout boasts a grand foyer, stately archways, formal dining room with butler’s pantry and custom millwork. The kitchen has everything you could want and more including two islands, Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, a built-in coffee maker, […]
November 10, 2020
The choice to rent out your home is a personal one that involves assessing your comfort level for risk, responsibility, and potential mishaps along the way. But there are also many rewards to consider, especially in terms of the financial gains you could stand to earn. If you’ve decided to rent out your home, here are some important things to know as you set up your rental property. Determine how much you will charge for rent – The market will dictate what you can realistically expect to earn in rent from tenants. To determine your rate, check comparable listings in the neighborhood or talk to a realtor. If your home will be used more frequently for short-term rentals rather than […]
November 3, 2020
We don’t say “location, location, location” in real estate for anything. Where you live truly does affect so many aspects of your lifestyle, so it’s no surprise that selecting the right neighborhood is one of the most important components of your home search. Before you start to get too serious about specific homes, it helps to learn about the neighborhood, its amenities, and important factors like safety, education, location, and more. As you begin narrowing down neighborhoods for your next home, here are five important things to consider: Your lifestyle – What’s important to your daily quality of life and needs? Are you an active person who wants to be close to trails or running routes? Do you prefer to […]
October 27, 2020
Palmetto Bay consistently ranks as a top community choice when it comes to family-friendly neighborhoods in South Florida – and for good reason. It boasts fabulous parks, expansive recreation opportunities, and preservation of the natural environment. Palmetto Bay’s location just south of downtown Miami makes it pretty unbeatable, too. If you’re interested in the “Village of Parks,” check out our featured listings. Then, give me a call at 305-329-7744 to schedule a tour or learn more. 8149 SW 176th St – Built in 2000, this spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bath home sits in a quiet pocket of Palmetto Bay. With volume ceilings, plantation shutters, tongue-in-groove wood ceilings, and more, it’s the details that enhance this already wonderful home. It is equipped with […]
October 20, 2020
Owning a home is a major responsibility, and the bigger the home, the more work there is to do. If you’ve decided the time has come in your life to downsize properties, the list of decisions to make may feel just as big, but let’s break it down into some manageable areas to consider. Location – With the COVID-19 pandemic, our lives have all been brought home. And when we haven’t been staying within the walls of our homes, the areas we are exploring are those closest to home. We’ve come to value even more those amenities that are close, walkable, and make our communities feel the way they do. Likewise, when considering options for downsizing, location should remain a […]
October 13, 2020
We’re not giving away any spoiler alerts here when we tell you that living in Miami comes with risk – risk for flooding, risk for storms, and risk for whatever else Mother Nature wants to throw our way. Already roughly 30 percent of properties in Miami-Dade County fall into a flood risk category, and that percentage is expected to increase nearly 10 percent within the next 30 years, according to data from First Street Foundation, a non-profit organization that assesses flood risk across America. While FEMA has historically been the go-to for assessing flood zone risk, the organization has been criticized for its inability to keep maps accurate amid increasingly changing levels of risk as sea levels rise and climate […]
October 6, 2020
Talk to nearly any homebuyer, and you can bet the topic of school districts will come up as a component of their search. Why? Whether you have school-age kids or not, the quality of education within a school district has historically had a significant impact on the value of homes within a given neighborhood, and that has certainly not changed today – even in an era when families have become increasingly concerned about the health and safety of sending their children into public school systems during COVID-19. Better home or better school? In many people’s minds, there is a dichotomy set up that makes them believe they have to pick just one: good school or good home. The reality is, […]
September 15, 2020
If you’re looking for a home in one of the most highly sought after communities in South Florida, look no further than “The City Beautiful.” Its Old-World elegance blended with tropical South Florida style make Coral Gables a perfect place to call home. Check out these featured listings below. Then, give me a call at 305-329-7744 to learn more about the property. 55 Merrick Way #845 – This updated, chic two-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the heart of Coral Gables just steps from local shopping and dining opportunities. It boasts a modern kitchen with white cabinetry, an island with counter seating, and an open final dining and living area with double-height ceiling and windows. As a two-story condo, the upstairs […]