short sale

January 17, 2013

New Short Sale Listing

6327 SW 44 Street My team and I just listed a charming 2 bedroom 1 bathroom, turn-key home. This home boasts features such as updated kitchen and bathroom, dining room, large living room, and impact glass throughout. Kitchen includes wood cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. French doors lead to the backyard, your own personal oasis, complete with covered wooden deck, native Florida plants and tranquil Koi pond. Over 6,000 sq ft lot. 1 car garage. Click here for more information and photos on the home. If you are interested in viewing this home, we suggest you move quickly! We expect multiple offers within the first 24 hour period.  Wondering what your home might be worth? Contact us for a […]
January 5, 2011

3 myths about Short Sales

As you will recall in my recent blog, “What is a short sale?”, I explained the basics of short sales. Even though it is popular topic in the news, there is still a lot of mystery and gray area surrounding it. So, it’s easy for misinformation to spread. Today I want to clarify three myths I often hear. Myth #1 In a short sale situation, the bank owns the home. This is incorrect. That is the case with a foreclosure, which is when a lender has repossessed a home from the owner, as a result of continued loan default, and is selling it in order to recover their loss on the loan. A short sale is when a homeowner decides to sell their […]
December 15, 2010

What is a short sale?

  I can’t tell you how many times I get this question from clients, family, collegues and various others in the course of a week. It is a relatively new concept, only really becoming popular within the last few years, and lately seems to be the situation with a good portion of my listings and those listings that buyers I am working with are interested in buying. A short sale occurs when a seller’s lender agrees to take a payoff for less than balance owed on their loan. Then they either forgive the remaining debt or ask the seller to pay back all or some of the debt, through a promissory note or cash contribution. When a seller chooses to sell […]
August 17, 2010

Perfect home for a first time buyer

Are you looking for an adorable home to which you can add your own personal touches?   This could be that perfect place for you: 2338 SW 19 Street Miami, Florida This cozy 2 bedroom/1 bath has great features that are completely livable as is, but ready for some updates. So the great thing about this house is that you could update it as you see fit over time. There are two living areas, including a formal living room, with beautiful and ornate original fireplace, and enclosed florida room that is the size of the full length of the house! Perfect for an informal dining area and family room/play room as well.  The kitchen has newer cabinets, pantry storage and a door to […]
August 5, 2010

Charming Old Spanish Home

There’s something about the Old Spanish homes in Miami that is so unique and special. Maybe it’s because of the history; these homes were built in the 1930s. And the fine attention to detail which truly makes these homes extraordinary. From the moment you step in this home, located at 2013 SW 23 Street in “New” Shenandoah,  you are transported back in time to Old Miami. Every entrance has gorgeous wrought iron gates. Once inside you are instantly greeted by high ceilings, beautiful crown molding and a perfect focal point, a white stone fireplace. There is a side entry/vestibule now used as a small library with vintage cuban tile and built in bookshelves. From there you have access to a covered carport, which now has been enclosed […]
June 11, 2010

Cozy home in Coral Gables

Who said living in Coral Gables isn’t affordable?  We have a great home that was just listed for sale that will be the perfect match for someone looking for an adorable home in a great location: 1429 Messina Avenue Featuring 2 bedrooms/2 baths. It has a comfortable living area with beautiful, and original, warm wood floors.  The kitchen is spacious and has been remodeled with tiled backsplash and countertops along with newer appliances.   In addition, there is a Florida room for more space to turn into an office or if you have kids, a playroom, or simply if you need more living space or an area for entertainment. The master bedroom has two large closets. You can also enjoy time out in the private backyard, complete with Chicago brick […]
May 21, 2010

Short sale dreams do come true

With all of the rumors about short sales being a horrible experience I am happy to say my team has closed two short sales in one week, one of which only took three months from start to finish! That’s almost unheard of turnaround time. Most people would like to avoid a short sale if at all possible. I’ve even heard of agents who refuse to show their clients short sale or foreclosure listings because they don’t want to deal with the perceived hassle. But when you have a professional team in place, including experienced realtors and a title company on board from the beginning to facilitate the process, it makes the transaction move much more smoothly. While it’s true that […]