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Discover Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: new affordable hotel in Orlando
Universal Orlando Resort opened the doors of its newest hotel, Universal’s Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites. The hotel has an economic profile, with more than 2,000 rooms and rates starting at US $ 82 per night. Guests at the new hotel will also have...
Poseidon Ferry: You can now take a ferry from Downtown to South Beach
Good News! Getting to and from Downtown Miami and Miami Beach just got easier than ever with Poseidon Ferry. This amazing two story ferry offers a peaceful, stress free, and reliable 20-minute commute across biscayne bay. Featuring affordable fares, Poseidon ferry...
Inside US$ 50 million Aston Martin Triplex Penthouse
Aston Martin has made it clear that it not only intends to consolidate its legacy in the luxury sports car industry but also in the real estate market. The British brand launched a tower of exclusive residences in Miami, that offers one of the most high-end penthouses...
Buy a penthouse at Regalia and have a Yacht as a gift
Regalia Residences, one of the most luxurious condos in Miami, will now offer an Iguana Yacht for those who purchase its Penthouse. And the two-story Beach house will include a 2021 Lamborghini URUS SUV. These fantastic gifts were possible thanks to a...
Central Florida will lead Florida Real Estate next year
Central Florida Real Estate is expected to continue its growth and lead the market in 2021, reported Orlando Business Journal. Palm Bay and Orlando are the main rising areas according to a report from Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale. Prices are expected to...
Best condos to invest in Vacation Homes in Orlando
One of the most recommended global investments nowadays is the purchase of vacation homes in Orlando. They allow owners to rent for short periods, with no period restrictions. In this article we've selected the best condos in Orlando to invest in Vacation Homes! The...
The future of the Commercial Real Estate market
With the pandemic forcing people to stay at home in Florida, remote work has become a reality for many. Huge office buildings in major metropolitan centers are closed or operating at considerably low capacity. Demand for offices has declined and, at the same time,...
The Gateway: New mixed-use development to arrive at Aventura
Aventura city is about to receive a new mixed-use development. The new project, called The Gateway, will be located just west of the Aventura Mall and feature office units, hotel units, and retail. Today's site hosts a small building with offices and apartments that...
What to expect for Florida Real Estate in 2021
The year 2020 impacted the Florida real estate market in an unprecedented way. The pandemic changed the behavior of buyers and sellers, altering the balance between supply and demand in the various real estate segments. The migration of hundreds of thousands of...
Indian Creek Island and its celebrities
Do you know the island of Indian Creek in Miami? This luxurious and exclusive community made headlines after two famous couples recently acquired mansions on the island. The first of them was Ivanka Trump, daughter of former President Donald Trump, and her husband...
Wynwood will also have a Brightline train station
Miami's Wynwood neighborhood will also host a Brightline train station. The train company has already started building the station in Aventura, which will connect the city to Downtown Miami. However, a stop in Wynwood was not included in the original plan. The...
New green parks coming to Downtown Orlando
Orlando is one of the cities that receives the newest investments and is in rapid development. As one of the main tourist destinations in the world, there is no city better prepared to return to normality when the pandemic is over. Today we will talk about two new...
Goldman Sachs considers joining the economic migration to Florida.
Another tremendous financial stalwart in the financial industry is considering moving to the Sunshine State. Goldman Sachs, one of Wall Street’s most renowned companies, is thinking about moving part of its operation to Florida, following the steps of many other...
Luxury Real Estate in Miami affected by the cancellation of Art Basel
Art Basel Miami Beach is one of the most internationally recognizable Miami Events. It happens every year during the first week of December, together with the Miami Art Week. During the fair, the city's atmosphere gets changed. Unfortunately, this year, Art Basel was...
Brazilian soccer star buys luxury Vacation Home in Orlando
Brazilian soccer star Hulk continues to invest in global real estate. This time, the player bought a Luxury Vacation Home in Orlando. The idea is to make money through short-term rental. Hulk had previously made headlines after buying a penthouse in a luxury...
Why so many lakes in Florida condos
Florida is a state of tropical climate, with exuberant nature, paradisiacal beaches, pleasant temperatures all year round and, of course, many lakes and rivers. We have already published an article on this blog about the famous Butler Chain of Lakes. Pleasant climate,...
VIDEO TOUR: Amazing Vacation Home for Sale in Orlando
AMAZING single Vacation Home in Orlando with 6 BR / 5 BA, open kitchen, private heated POOL and SPA, in the perfect located community of Storey Lake, very close to Disney's parks. FULLY FURNISHED and FULLY EQUIPPED. Storey Lake has a great variety of amenities, a few...
Second COVID wave and Florida Real Estate Market
What would the second wave of coronavirus do to Florida Real Estate market? If we look back and analyze the behavior of Florida's Real Estate market during pandemic times we might be able to predict. Photo: Pixabay What happened to the Florida Real Estate market...
Remote work and mixed-use trend
Home-office was already a trend before the covid-19 hit the world. Many co-working offices were on the rise with service packages aiming those new employees that started working with a flexible agenda, partially at home, partially at the office. With the pandemic,...
Why the whole world wants to invest in Orlando
The whole world knows by now that short term rental business is a very profitable activity. With the arrival of online platforms such as Airbnb and Booking, things bot a lot easier, practical and safer. Opportunities in the real estate market exist in several places...
The future of Mixed-use projects
Mixed-use developments are projects that integrate different uses within a single property and/or land. A mixed-use building can offer residential and office units in the same complex. Some offer hotel units as well. Usually, these projects feature a considerable...
3 fundamental things to know before house-hunting in a seller’s market
The pandemic changed our daily habits and forced us to rethink our lives. More people are working remotely. The confinement brought the need for more space at home (more bedrooms, a backyard and why not a private pool?). Some people suffered financial losses and are...
Are you aiming for Single-family homes? You might be losing the opportunity to buy a luxury condo.
First of all, I want to emphasize that Single-Family homes in Florida remain an excellent choice. The title has a purposeful appeal to show the superb opportunity today in Miami's luxury-condo segment. In this pandemic moment, we could say the Sunshine State is...
Aventura turning into a dining destination
The city of Aventura is undergoing a major transformation. Aventura is known for being a residential community with a family-oriented atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of Miami's most central areas. In the article Aventura evolving to become the new...
Disney left Orlando?!
Disney left Orlando?! Don't worry! Disney is still in there, in the same place as always! The post title has a purposeful appeal. The idea is to draw attention to the fact that Disney, in fact, was never in Orlando! What? Not only has Disney never been to Orlando, but...
Disney increases layoff plans to 32,000
Walt Disney Co. has announced that it will carry out further layoffs. In September, the group had already informed that 28,000 employees would be laid off. The number has now risen to 32,000. The decision is due to the heavy financial losses that the group has been...
Learn more about Lennar Smart homes
Time is not just money, time is actually life. If you lose time, you lose life. We all have busy days! Whether you work, take care of your family or are retired, your day is filled with many little tasks. Lennar takes that into consideration when building new homes....
Buy a signature unit at Aston Martin Residences and receive the new DBX SUV
Can you imagine buying a luxury condo in Miami and receive, as a gift, an Aston Martin Vulcan? That may happen to you if you buy the $50 million triplex penthouse at Aston Martin Tower in Miami. Don't worry if the triplex is a little out of the price range you are...
Paramount Miami Worldcenter wins USA & Americas Property Awards
Paramount Miami Worldcenter, one of the most luxurious condos in Downtown Miami, has just won the USA & Americas Property Awards in the 2020-21 International Property Awards competition. The high-end building has residents from almost 60 different countries, which...
Why is Black Friday called “Black Friday”?
Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving and, for a while now, represents the unofficial beginning of the holiday season. The day is known for its aggressive promotions and sales with huge discounts up to 70% off. image: Pixabay Black Friday always takes place on...
Brightline and Disney announce new train station
Brightline and Disney Group announced a new train station to be built in Disney Springs, reported Orlando Sentinel! The exact place where the train station will be was not disclosed by Brightline. Disney Springs is a strategic place for the company, once the area is...
Low-interest rates contribute to low inventory for Single-Family Homes
Low inventory for the Single-Family homes segment is causing an imbalance between supply and demand in Florida. For this kind of property, we have nowadays a very strong seller market, as already mentioned a few times on this blog. While there is a shortage of...
Orlando’s most popular neighborhoods in Q3 2020
We have already commented on this blog about the different communities and cities around Orlando. Some of them are super charming little towns that have been attracting the attention of buyers, whether for investment, second home or housing. In this post we bring the...
Some forecasts for the Florida real estate market
The large influx of residents from other states buying real estate in Florida during the pandemic has created what many believe to be a mini-bubble in the housing market. While inventory is low, demand is high, due to the rush of many northern residents to make the...
Condos, Villas, Townhomes, Single-family! Do you know the difference?
The terminologies used to define the different types of properties in Florida may raise doubts for buyers who are considering investing in the Sunshine State. After all, what is the difference between condos, townhomes (or townhouses), single-family homes, vacation...
The concept of a domicile in the eyes of New York State tax officials
Moving to Florida is a dream for many Americans. Good weather year-round, lovely theme parks, and beaches are not the only reasons that attract almost 1000 new residents in Florida every day. Many consider relocating due to Sunshine State’s tax benefits. Florida does...
Trump’s move to Florida and the burden with New York State tax authorities
Donald Trump and his wife Melania just moved their residence from Manhattan (New York) to Palm Beach (Florida) and filed a declaration of domicile in Florida. Like many millionaires in New York, Trump wants to escape from the heavy taxes New York state imposes...
Hilton Aventura Miami nearing completion
The city of Aventura is about to welcome the new luxury Hilton Aventura Miami. The new hotel in Miami will be delivered in the first quarter of 2021. Aventura is going through a major transformation, receiving lots of new developments. Many companies are choosing the...
4 reasons why move-in ready homes are easier to sell
Want to sell your property faster and for a better price? Consider turning it into a move-in ready home! The relocating process is already stressful enough for the buyer. Not only the effort dedicated to all activities that involve a change, such as packing everything...
Real Estate market in Florida remains heated
Despite the pandemic, the Real Estate market in Florida remains heated, especially for single-family homes. A report recently released by the Orlando Regional Realtor Association shows a 25% increase in sales in October, compared to last year. Single-family homes in...
Miami Beach searching for developer to build Class A office space near Lincoln Road
Miami Beach is searching for developers for a public-private partnership on a new Class A office space project near Lincoln Road. The new office mixed-use buildings would be built in the place where today are three parking lots that belong to the city. The idea is to...
Central Florida Real Estate is on the rise
Yesterday we brought some October indicators on the Orlando Real Estate market. The figures show a still-heated market, especially for the single-family homes segment. What is most impressive is the increasingly low inventory, reaffirming an strong “seller” trend....
October Report: Single-family homes inventory even lower in Orlando
The inventory of Single Family homes in Orlando continues to drop, in a trend that is increasingly strong for a seller market. This is what the last report released by Orlando Realtor Regional Association shows. At the same time, sales increased, after having suffered...
Miami-Dade authorizes further discussions for commuter rail
Miami-Dade County Commission just authorized further discussions regarding the creation of a commuter rail to operate between Downtown Miami and Aventura, according to The Real Deal. The plan is to offer up to eight new stations in Miami-Dade, with the possibility to...
EB-5 Visa under Biden and the Democrats
President Donald Trump's administration was marked by an extremely rigid immigration policy. Apparently, Biden's new Democratic government intends to go in the opposite direction. As we all know, Biden and the democrats are much more pro-immigration. And how does the...
EB-5 Visa Program: What is EB-5 and what are the requirements?
The EB-5 Visa Program, also known as an “EB-5 Visa”, enables the right of permanent residence in the USA (Green Card) and facilitates the process of obtaining American citizenship. The Program is considered by immigration specialists to be one of the fastest, most...
Is South Florida’s Condo Market back?
For some time now we have been posting articles on the migration of residents from the North of the USA to Florida in search of single-family homes. The flow increased considerably with the pandemic. Most of these new buyers live in cramped apartments in northern...
Natiivo Miami will have two new restaurants
Natiivo Miami, the first major development in town designed and built for the practice of short-term rental, has just announced the inclusion of two new restaurants within its entertainment and retail area: 1 - Dolce Mercato and 2 - Bodega Taqueria. Natiivo is one of...
Uptown Harbour new development approved by North Miami Beach City Commission
Uptown Harbour, the new Dezer's Development in North Miami Beach, was finally approved by 4 to 3 in the City Comission, together with a new zoning as well. The $ 1.5 billion development will take place where Intracoastal Mall is today. Reported The Real Deal. Uptown...
6 reasons why you should invest in Florida
Florida is not only a place chosen by the American's to spend holidays. The place is also considered one of the best states in the US to invest. Foreigners already found out all the advantages of investing in the Sunshine State. Keep reading to find out 6 strong...