Miami home buyer
June 17, 2025
Between its quiet atmosphere and top-notch schools, Cutler Bay remains a highly desired neighborhood in Miami-Dade County. So, if you’re planning on buying a home in this family-friendly part of town, know you are in good company. That’s why it’s important to be as prepared as possible for the home buying process before you start looking at properties. When you find a home you love, the goal is to stand out from other potential buyers and show the homeowners that you’re the kind of person they want to work with. With this in mind, here are a few key tips for buying a home in Cutler Bay, Florida: Work with a Realtor With Experience in Cutler Bay Regardless of where […]
June 10, 2025
Cutler Bay is one of the most family-friendly towns in Miami-Dade County. Known for its plentiful parks and top-notch schools, Cutler Bay offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Since Cutler Bay is such a popular area for families, it’s wise to keep this demographic in mind when preparing your home for sale. Here are a few tips for maximizing your home’s appeal to potential homebuyers in Cutler Bay: Declutter and Remove Excess Stuff in Your Cutler Bay Home Families need space, so you’ll want to make your home look as clean and open as possible. Before you start tidying up, go through your home and pack away excess items that aren’t essential for daily […]
June 3, 2025
Cocoplum is where Old Cutler ends…or begins, depending on your point of view. A highly exclusive gated community in Coral Gables known for its luxurious waterfront homes, lush foliage, and exceptional privacy Cocoplum has been one of the most desired neighborhoods in Miami for decades. Previously owned by the Deering family, the property now known as Cocoplum was originally designed as a beach destination for Coral Gables residents. In 1925, Cocoplum was acquired by George Merrick, the developer of the city of Coral Gables as well as the iconic Biltmore Hotel. Today, Cocoplum is home to 302 estate homes, 172 of which are waterfront residences. Most homes are located on lots ranging from 12,000 to 46,000 square feet, with houses […]
April 29, 2025
Preparing your home for sale doesn’t have to be expensive. But when it comes to achieving a quick and lucrative sale, certain expenses related to improving your home’s appearance are undeniably worth the price. That’s the key to achieving a high ROI in this process: knowing when certain expenses do and don’t make sense. These expenses can not only raise the value of your home, but also make your life significantly less stressful throughout this life-changing journey. Here are a few tips for maximizing ROI when preparing your home for sale: Hire a Professional Cleaning Crew If you want the highest possible price, your home must look nothing short of pristine. That means a deep clean of each room, from […]
April 22, 2025
When preparing your home for sale, it’s highly recommended to tackle the cleaning and decluttering process one room at a time. Though the entire home needs to be cleaned from top to bottom (a.k.a. a deep clean), there are certain aspects of different spaces that deserve special attention. It’s also important to specify exactly what needs to be cleaned and decluttered in each space. This will ensure that every minor detail of each space is prepared for potential buyers when they tour your home. Here’s our room-by-room guide for preparing your home for sale: Bedroom What needs to be cleaned: carpets/flooring, furniture, TV, floor, walls, windows, mirrors, fixtures. We recommend starting with the bedroom because it’s one of the easier spaces […]
April 15, 2025
A big part of preparing your home for sale is making simple changes appearance-wise so you can impress potential buyers and garner higher offers. If only you could do this with the snap of a finger. Don’t panic. Over the past 20 years, we’ve helped many families here in Miami make their homes look impeccable and leave a lasting impression on anyone who steps inside, so we know what makes this process easier. With this in mind, here are a few tips for decluttering and staging your Miami home for sale: Go Room by Room A cluttered or crowded-looking home can make it difficult for buyers to envision themselves in the space. The idea is to make your home look […]
February 25, 2025
As one of the most desirable places to live in the entire world, it’s no surprise that Miami-Dade county has a high cost of living. The many rewards of being a Miami resident are reflected in our city’s property taxes, which vary by city. Understanding how property taxes are calculated in Miami is crucial for your financial readiness, especially if you’re planning on moving to paradise Here’s everything a potential homeowner needs to know about property taxes in Miami: Overview of Property Taxes in Miami In Miami-Dade County, property taxes are collected to fund essential public services like schools, libraries infrastructure maintenance, and emergency services. Since Miami is known as a particularly safe and attractive place to live, property taxes […]
February 18, 2025
Here at the Kern Team, we’ve helped lots of families move to Miami and start new lives, so we know how to make this process as stress-free as possible. The key for a smooth move is organizing the many tasks lying ahead into a chronological checklist. Trust us: Scheduling specific tasks for different time frames will do wonders for your sanity as you edge closer to moving day. The following timeline is the one we share with our clients. It will ensure that you and your family are fully packed up and ready on moving day: 8 Weeks Before Moving Day If you’re enlisting the help of a professional moving company, now is the time to start getting on-site estimates […]
February 11, 2025
If you’re planning on selling a home in Miami-Dade County, preparation is key for a quick and lucrative sale. Potential buyers are much more likely to pull out their checkbooks when they see a home that’s in great condition and ready to be sold. Yes, preparing your home for sale involves some work on your part, but a high-quality home attracts high quality offers. With this in mind, here’s how to begin the process of selling your home and impressing potential buyers: Find a Local Real Estate Agent Step one for selling a home is finding a highly qualified local real estate agent. You may have to interview two or three agents before you find someone you feel like you […]