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October 11, 2013

Come Visit Our Open House on Sunday!

7411 SW 176 Street I recently posted about my new listing in Palmetto Bay, 7411 SW 176 Street, (please click here to view the post.) We will be holding this wonderful home open on Sunday afternoon, between 3:00-5:00 P.M. Please come by and join us! Please click here for the virtual tour. Contact us for more information or to schedule a showing. Drew Kern EWM Realty International Chairman’s Club-Diamond Level Top ½ of 1% of Realtors Nationwide
October 8, 2013

New Waterfront Listing in Prestigious Old Cutler Bay

Cast your eyes on the stunning views from this Mediterranean waterfront home in the prestigious community of Old Cutler Bay. This 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom home boasts over 4,500 sq ft, on a beautiful 24,900 sq ft lot.  The formal living room has wood vaulted ceilings and a working fireplace. Charming formal dining room. Updated kitchen with newer cabinetry, stainless appliances and granite countertops.  Perfect location on wide canal, no bridges to bay and 65 ft seawall with wood dock and boat lift. Impeccable views from the beautiful pool and patio, including a covered area for entertaining plus a summer kitchen. 36kw Generator. 2 car garage. Click here for more photos. Listed for $3,650,000 Contact us for more information or […]
September 25, 2013

On the Lookout for Homestead Exemption Cheats

The Miami Herald recently published an article about homestead exemption fraud in Miami-Dade County, by Martha Brannigan. (Click here to view the full story). Miami-Dade Property Appraiser Carlos Lopez-Cantera has requested help from local cities in Miami-Dade County to put an end to the fraud, enlisting 16 investigators to begin the process. The Miami-Dade County property appraiser has around 2,900 leads that these detectives will begin working on after they complete the homestead exemption training. “Getting caught can be costly”, Brannigan states, “Under state law, violators must pay up to 10 years in back taxes, plus a 50 percent penalty, plus 15 percent annual interest.” “The official with the biggest stake in the effort was Miami-Dade Public Schools Superintendent Alberto […]
February 8, 2013

Open House this Weekend

Pine Shores Open House – 10740 SW 121 Street My listing located at 10740 SW 121 Street will be open this Sunday between 3:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M.  I have previously written about this home in Pine Shores, (you can find that post here) and it truly is a great find in this area. Interested in purchasing a home, or wondering what yours might be worth? Contact us for a complimentary analysis of your home!
January 25, 2013

Pinecrest Gardens Fine Arts Festival

This weekend, January 26-27, Pinecrest Gardens will be holding its 10th Annual Fine Arts Festival. The festival will be open from 10:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. Admission to the festival is free! Approximately 60 artists from all over the world will be exhibiting their art throughout the gardens.  There will be live music, and an assortment of food vendors. Between the beautiful art, wonderful food and entertainment, and the lush tropical gardens, this is sure to be a wonderful event. Interested in purchasing or selling your home? My team and I just sold a home in Pinecrest in 16 days! You can view more information on that home here. We also have more listings in Pinecrest coming on the market in […]
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 11, 2013

Year in Review

2012 was a great year! As we begin 2013, my 15th year with EWM Realty International, my team and I are reaching out to you, our friends, family and clients, to thank you for your support. With over 85 total transactions, and selling close to $30,000,000.00 in 2012, we are excited and hopeful to see an even better year in 2013. Interested in purchasing a home or wondering what yours might be worth? Contact us for a complimentary analysis of your home!
January 4, 2013

Be on the Lookout!

  I have written a few times about the Big City Mountaineers organization that works to transform the lives of under-served urban youth through wilderness mentoring expeditions. (Click here to view). Keep your eyes out for the January/February 2013 edition of the South Florida Luxury Magazine, featuring an article about “Giving Back” through Big City Mountaineers. I am honored and proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization. To view the South Florida Luxury Magazine article online, please click here.   Contact us for more information on Big City Mountaineers, and how you can help. Drew Kern EWM Realty International Chairman’s Club- Diamond Level Top 1/2 of 1 % of Realtors Nationwide
December 18, 2012

Come Experience The Coconut Grove Candy Cane Village!

We have sold many homes in the Coral Gables/Coconut Grove area this past year. Buyers relocating to South Florida haved asked us “What should we do in the area during the holidays?” If you’re looking for something to do with the relatives, come by The Coconut Grove Candy Cane Village on December 21-December 23, 2012. The event takes place at Peacock Park on Friday from 5:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M. and Saturday & Sunday from 2:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M.  Some of the fun includes: giant attractions, fun rides, live shows and music, a full food court, local vendor tents, one hour of snowfall a night, and ice skating is available for an additional $5.00. General Admission is $20.00 and children ages 2 & under […]