Miami home seller

June 17, 2025

Buying a Home in Cutler Bay: What You Need to Know

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

Selling a Home in Cutler Bay: What You Need to Know

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

Homes In Cocoplum

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 […]
May 27, 2025

Buying or Selling In Gables by the Sea

Gables by the Sea is situated directly on Biscayne Bay, this gated waterfront enclave contains approximately 360 custom-built homes located just off the scenic, tree-lined Old Cutler Road. A small but highly exclusive community, Gables by the Sea is known for its beautiful, park-like landscaping and direct access to Biscayne Bay, with some of the best schools in the nation located nearby.  Single-family homes in Gables By the Sea were built between 1957 and 2018. In terms of architectural styles, Gables By the Sea contains everything from charming one-story homes to Spanish-style residences to massive Palladian-style estates featuring large decks, expansive balconies, resort-sized pools, and unparalleled waterfront views. These luxury homes offer large lots and a level of privacy that’s […]
May 20, 2025

State of the Market: Pinecrest

Located just 12 miles from Downtown, Pinecrest is consistently ranked among the most desirable neighborhoods in Miami-Dade County. It’s famous for its lush greenery, oversized lots, quiet streets, and close access to the some of the best schools in the United States.  Here’s what you need to know about how Pinecrest’s Residential Real Estate market is currently looking: Inventory and Sales in Pinecrest In January 2025, there were 127 homes for sale in Pinecrest, or about 14 months worth of inventory. That’s more inventory than any month of 2024, and a key indicator of a buyer’s market. Inventories higher than anything we’ve seen since 2019 has been the case for several other popular neighborhoods of Miami, particularly Coral Gables.  Sales […]
May 13, 2025

A Miami Realtor’s Guide to Pre-Sale Home Preparation

When you are about six months away from putting your home on the market, it means it’s time to start preparing for showings. This is when any issues that may deter potential buyers or lessen your home’s perceived value need to be identified and resolved.  To simplify this process, we’ve created a step by step guide for maximizing the appeal of your home. Once you’ve figured out exactly what kind of work needs to be done, everything else – like cleaning and staging – becomes much less stressful.  Here’s how to get started:  Schedule a Walk Through Six Months Before Listing Your Home Step one is to schedule a walk through with your Realtor to identify any reason a buyer […]
May 6, 2025

Memorial Day Weekend in Miami: Where to Beat the Crowds & Still Celebrate in Style

The common thought in Miami on Memorial Day Weekend is to avoid the Beach because of Beach Week, but there are a lot of other fun (and more family friendly) options.  So, here’s how to avoid the chaos of South Beach and celebrate Memorial Day in style in Miami: Hyundai Air and Sea Show Touted as “The Greatest Show Above the Earth,” the Hyundai Air and Sea Show brings America’s most awe-inspiring military jets over Miami Beach on the 24th and the 25th. This free public event begins at noon with a variety of water sport demonstrations featuring jet skis and cigarette boats. Then, get ready for a full afternoon of stunning aerial displays including F-16s, B-52 bombers and more. […]
April 29, 2025

How to Maximize ROI When Prepping Your Miami Home for Sale

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

Preparing Your Miami Home for Sale: a Room-by-Room Guide

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 […]