Real Estate

May 25, 2021

Featured Listings in Miami-Dade County

Florida, and the Miami area in particular, has always been a highly desirable location. With the effects of COVID-19 on mortgage rates, remote work and people redefining what they want in their home and in their environment, Miami has seen a huge boom in real estate. If you’re considering a move to the Miami-Dade area, you’re making a fantastic choice. The city of Miami and its surrounding suburbs, towns and neighborhoods is a vibrant, thriving place with something to offer everyone. From world-renowned restaurants, some of the best beaches in the country and great schools and neighborhoods for families, South Florida is a great place to call home for people from all walks of life. Here’s a look at some […]
May 18, 2021

How COVID Impacted Demand for Single Family Homes

COVID changed our world and our lives in so many ways. We’re still reeling from all the shifts and changes are that we will be for quite some time. In the real estate world we saw patterns shatter, mass exoduses and mass influxes all across the country. But change doesn’t have to be a bad thing. In terms of housing and lifestyle, lots of people realized where they want to be and where they don’t want to be. One of the most interesting trends that we saw, and are continuing to see, is a high demand for single family homes. Ch-ch-changes One of the primary factors in all this change is remote work. As so many offices went remote, people […]
April 27, 2021

Featured Listings in Miami

“The Magic City” is one of the most vibrant and desirable places to live in the country. Miami is metropolitan area of many faces – from cosmopolitan and energetic to quiet and spacious. It’s a city full of culture, art and wonderful dining options. It also boasts some of the best weather in the world. But to describe all of Miami, including the surrounding towns and municipalities, in just a few words is quite impossible. Each neighborhood, town and suburb has its own unique vibe. The best way to get a taste of all the Miami-Dade county has to offer is to let us take you on a tour. Here’s a look at some of our top listings in the […]
April 20, 2021

Move-In Ready vs. Fixer-Upper: Which Home Purchase Is Right For You

Buying a home is one of the biggest life decisions you will ever make. And for most people it’s the biggest financial decision as well. If you’re at this stage, you’re ready to make this decision, or at least begin the process. At this stage a lot of people are also asking themselves the question: should I buy a fixer-upper or a move-in ready home? It’s a great question. One that doesn’t necessarily have one black and white answer. The truth is, very few homes are going to be perfect from the get-go. They’ll require your personal touch, maybe some paint and TLC and all the furnishings and décor that make a home. But some houses are going to need […]
April 6, 2021

What’s a Starter Home – Do You Need To Start There?

Starter home vs. forever home? If you’re a first-time home buyer you may be stuck in this mystifying gray area. You know you want a home. You know your price range and your ideal locations. But you just don’t know if you want to settle for a home that might just be a step in the path toward another home, or if you want to seek out that home that you can call yours for the rest of your life. There’s no right or wrong answer. It’s a matter of circumstances, numbers and preferences. It’s a matter of where you’re at and where you want to be. Even armed with all the facts and info, it doesn’t always make it […]
March 23, 2021

Featured Listings in Pinecrest

Pinecrest is a beautiful and charming village in Miami-Dade county. It’s a quiet community with less than 20,000 residents (as of the 2010 census). Perfect for families and people who want to be near the city but prefer a more serene atmosphere, Pinecrest has great schools and a highly desired location. One of our favorite destinations in Pinecrest? Pinecrest Gardens, once known as Parrot Jungle and Gardens, which was one of the first tourist attractions in Miami. It’s really something to see, with over 1,000 varieties of exotic plants and trees, streams, caves and fissures. For those of us who have called Miami home for years, it’s definitely a special spot to see and visit. Take a look at our […]
March 16, 2021

Buying a Second Property for Rental Purposes

Real estate investment remains one of the best forms of speculation and in Miami this holds true. With real estate investments you can typically receive a predictable cash flow, a steady appreciation in value, equity buildup and many great tax benefits. If you’re deciding to buy a second home in Miami for rental purposes, it can be quite the sound investment.   In addition, even throughout the COVID-19 pandemic Miami population has continued to grow and real estate prices continue to rise. In fact, as more and more jobs went remote, young professionals and families have been making the move to Miami, mostly from northern cities, to enjoy the warmer weather and the lifestyle that our city brings. If you’re […]
March 9, 2021

Where to Look in Miami and What to Look For When Downsizing.

The time has come to downsize. You can just feel it when you walk through your home. Maybe you’re an empty nester. Maybe you really wanted the 3,000 sq. ft. home at one point in time but it’s proven too much to maintain. Or maybe you’ve watched enough episodes of Tidying Up with Marie Kondo and you’re into the idea of less feeling like more. You might be currently living in the Miami area in a residential spot like Palmetto Bay, Coconut Grove or Pinecrest and you want to find a new neighborhood with an easier to maintain home. Or you might be living out of state or even abroad and you’re ready to make the move to more minimalism […]
March 2, 2021

Should You Buy a Condo or a House?

The Miami market has been hot for years now. Wherever you buy and whatever type of home you choose is nearly guaranteed to be a sound investment. Even with the economic downturn from COVID in 2020, real estate remained relatively stable and there was even an influx of transplants to The Magic City with a demand for homes and condos as the population continued to grow. Beyond the security of a sound investment, there’s a lot more that goes into deciding the on the home that’s right for you. Whether it’s an investment property or your forever home, house hunting is all about finding that Goldilocks zone. We always want to help you fall in love with that home that’s […]