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Orlando Premium Outlets – Complete Guide 2020

Orlando Premium Outlets – Complete Guide 2020

In this article we bring details and tips about the Orlando Premium Outlets, the best places to shop in Orlando, FL. There are 2 main outlets in Orlando: 1 - Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets and 2 - Orlando International Premium Outlets. In this article we will...

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Can you use your 401(k) to buy a house?

Can you use your 401(k) to buy a house?

In the midst of the coronavirus crisis, many people lost their jobs or saw their business revenue drop dramatically. At the same time, mortgage rates plummeted to historical records, making this a good time to buy a home. But if you are short on money, how to deal...

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How low will mortgage rates go? Will they finally drop to 0%?

How low will mortgage rates go? Will they finally drop to 0%?

Mortgage rates have dropped to record lows on eight separate occasions in 2020 (5 in less than three months) as the coronavirus pandemic has roiled the global economy. But could they eventually drop to 0%? Well, if past precedent is any indication, there’s indeed a...

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Cardel Homes To Expand To Central Florida

Cardel Homes To Expand To Central Florida

Cardel Homes has announced the expansion of its Florida footprint with the acquisition of single-family homesites in Laureate Park in Lake Nona. Reported Orlando Magazine. Construction will begin in summer 2020 with the first homes delivering first quarter of 2021....

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14 Miami Spice Takeout Menus Worth Trying

14 Miami Spice Takeout Menus Worth Trying

Miami Spice is looking a lot different this year as the COVID-19 pandemic is still taking its toll on the country. Traditionally, the restaurant month(s) run August and September each year and offer three-course meals for $39 for dinner and $25 for lunch (up two...

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Superblue promisses to reinvent how art is shown

Superblue promisses to reinvent how art is shown

THE NEW YORK TIMES - For those who think art objects are a bore and are more into multisensory-immersive experiences, a new venture is about to reinvent how art is shown. Superblue, as it is called, will open a series of experiential art centers that won’t sell or...

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Amara at Paraiso Miami

Amara at Paraiso Miami

Inspired by its idyllic bayside setting, Amara at Paraiso brings together bold Latin American flavors, coastal ingredients, and South Florida’s diversity of food culture to create the quintessential Miami waterfront restaurant from environment to cuisine and vibe....

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High-speed rail coming down the track

High-speed rail coming down the track

Virgin Trains USA is currently building a 170-mile extension of its Brightline train from West Palm Beach, Florida, to Orlando International Airport. It is scheduled to open in 2022, with trains that can travel up to 125 mph. Brightline has been operating...

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Is Your Realtor Staging Your Property?

Is Your Realtor Staging Your Property?

What is staging? In real estate, staging refers to a set-up of interior design that transforms a show house from an empty house to something that potential clients would want to buy.  While it was not a very common thing some years back, it has slowly developed into a...

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First-time Homebuyer 101

First-time Homebuyer 101

Surprise your family with news of moving to Miami, and expect excitement in their response. Investing in Miami Real Estate will be the best decision you will ever make since this global city offers the most affordable real estate rates compared to other cities of its...

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W Miami now open and welcoming guests back to Brickell

W Miami now open and welcoming guests back to Brickell

W Miami, the urban oasis located in the heart of Brickell, has officially reopened its doors for summer reservations. A special offer, “Stay Longer, Save More”, has been rolled out alongside the reopening to guests interested in booking reservations exceeding three...

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Top 10 Office Projects Under Construction in Miami

Top 10 Office Projects Under Construction in Miami

Despite the pandemic’s severe impact on Florida, real estate development in Miami forged ahead. Reported Commercial Property Executive. As of July, the metro’s office pipeline included 18 projects totaling more than 3.7 million square feet, Yardi Matrix data...

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Construction Tops Off at Miami Luxury Tower

Construction Tops Off at Miami Luxury Tower

Developers of a 360-unit luxury condo tower in Miami have topped off construction at the 18-story project, marking the first large-scale real estate development to rise in an opportunity zone in the city. Reported Multi-Housing News. The Estate Cos. and PTM Partners...

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The best bites and sips in Coconut Grove

The best bites and sips in Coconut Grove

By Alexandra Klumpp of Beyond South Beach, as told to Virginia Gil. Reported by Timeout.com Coconut Grove was always known for being artsy/hippie. It was a huge hot spot, died down and is now going through a renaissance with new and trendy bars, restaurants, shops,...

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7 money saving tips for your Orlando vacation

7 money saving tips for your Orlando vacation

Getting ready for your next trip to Orlando? How about starting preparations for your next Disney vacation? In this post we show you 7 tips on how to save in Orlando. Read on to find out. 1 - Rent a house instead of staying in a hotel In the article Rent a house or...

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Miami Beach speeding to curb scooter and moped sharing

Miami Beach speeding to curb scooter and moped sharing

As Miami Beach government continues its efforts to clean up what it sees as a freewheeling South Beach environment, the city commission is looking to curb scooter usage, with a final vote due Sept. 16. Reported Miami Today. Commissioners last week unanimously approved...

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7 Romantic Airbnbs In Miami To Escape The City

7 Romantic Airbnbs In Miami To Escape The City

Rent one of these comfy homes NARCITY has selected for you. These seven stunning rentals in the Magic City will shake up your couple routine while you unwind in a hidden urban oasis. Book a short getaway for two and enjoy a dreamy Florida vacation away from city's...

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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue help bathe 2 elephants at Zoo Miami

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue help bathe 2 elephants at Zoo Miami

MIAMI (WSVN) - Firefighters helped Zoo Miami workers bathe two elephants and give them relief from the South Florida heat. Read More: https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade-fire-rescue-help-bathe-2-elephants-at-zoo-miami/ Miami-Dade Fire Rescue help bathe 2 elephants...

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The Case for a Permanently Car-Free Ocean Drive

The Case for a Permanently Car-Free Ocean Drive

South Beach's Ocean Drive is a world-renowned destination. Some might call it a palm tree-lined art deco state of mind. It is, of course, also a street. One that, as currently constructed, has cars, trucks, and double-decker tour buses driving up and down. Reported...

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NYC’s Wealthiest Flocking to Florida Even While Covid Rages

NYC’s Wealthiest Flocking to Florida Even While Covid Rages

Lavish Florida retreats were a popular escape for rich New Yorkers riding out the Covid-19 lockdown. Now, many are rushing to make things more permanent even while the virus surges in the Sunshine State. Reported Bloomberg. Sellers in places like Miami and Palm Beach...

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New Program Gives Downtown Restaurants More Outdoor Space

New Program Gives Downtown Restaurants More Outdoor Space

In response to the amended emergency order signed by Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez on July 6, which limits restaurants to outdoor seating only owing to a surge in the spread of COVID-19, the Miami Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has launched...

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Porsche Design Tower Residence to Sell at Online Auction

Porsche Design Tower Residence to Sell at Online Auction

Located minutes from affluent Multi-Million Dollar Row on the 46th floor with miles of waterfront views, Residence 4603 in the coveted Porsche Design Tower will auction online turnkey furnished next month via Concierge Auctions. Reported Einpresswire. Previously...

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Hurricane Isaias: Time to prepare is now

Hurricane Isaias: Time to prepare is now

Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez said now’s the time for everyone to be prepared as Hurricane Isaias is expected to skirt the east coast of Florida sometime Saturday. Reported Local 10. He said preparations include making sure you have enough food and water for...

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Miami Beach plans rezoning entertainment district

Miami Beach plans rezoning entertainment district

Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber said that over the last few decades, Ocean Drive has grown to resemble a beachfront Bourbon Street. Gelber and some of the commissioners want to transform the entertainment district into a cultural district. They are considering enforcing...

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Discover Concours Club Miami

Discover Concours Club Miami

Although automakers such as Porsche have built “experience centers” that include race tracks for its car owners, Miami’s new Concours Club is something different, and very private. Reported Barron's The enclave is exclusive—40 founding members who like to drive fast...

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Storm Isaiah gains strength and becomes category 1 hurricane

Storm Isaiah gains strength and becomes category 1 hurricane

The tropical storm named Isaías gained strength this Thursday and is now classified as a category 1 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale. Today (Friday), the hurricane is over the Bahamas, heading for the southeast coast of Florida. The winds are likely to intensify...

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Windermere leaders approve pavilion concept plan

Windermere leaders approve pavilion concept plan

Windermere is another step closer to a permanent structure that would support the town’s various events. Town leaders approved the Windermere pavilion concept plan during their July 14 Town Council meeting. It now will move toward design. The Downtown Business...

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Mr. C Residences in Coconut Grove started construction

Mr. C Residences in Coconut Grove started construction

Coconut Grove-based development firm Terra has started construction on the $185 million Mr. C Residences Coconut Grove, according to a press release. Reported Miami Herald. The luxury waterfront tower will rise 20 stories and offer 118 residences. Prices start at...

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Pulte to build homes in Orlando mixed-use project

Pulte to build homes in Orlando mixed-use project

Atlanta-based will be the homebuilder for a future mixed-use community near the Orlando International Airport, according to documents obtained by Orlando Business Journal in a public records request. PulteGroup was named in the documents related to the long-awaited...

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