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Billionaire Carl Icahn relocates headquarters to Sunny Isles Beach
Billionaire Carl Icahn has moved his headquarters from New York to Sunny Isles Beach. Reported Miami Herald. Icahn, the founder and majority shareholder of the conglomerate Icahn Enterprises, relocated his firm from the General Motors Building in Manhattan to the...
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...
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...
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...
Fisher Island is more affordable than you might think. Some homes cost less than $1M
Some of Miami Beach’s priciest real estate is now a relative bargain — even in the billionaire enclave of Fisher Island. Reported Miami Herald. Palazzo Del Sol and Palazzo Della Luna, completed in November 2019, added 93 newly constructed units on Fisher Island — the...
Extravagant home in Disney’s Golden Oak resort hits the market
A new home for sale near Walt Disney World gives you the chance to become king or queen of a modern castle. Reported Orlando Business Journal. A 9,056-square-foot home in Disney’s Golden Oak resort hit the market on July 23. Its $8.45 million price tag makes it...
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....
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...
Brightline ends partnership with Virgin Trains in South Florida
THE REAL DEAL - Brightline and Virgin Trains are headed on different tracks and have ended their partnership agreement in South Florida. Reported The Real Deal. Brightline had been operating as Virgin Trains USA, and was expected to complete the rebranding by this...
The museum’s tours reach audiences across the country with digital exhibitions
FIU’s three museums, The Wolfsonian, The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum and The Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU, are currently formulating reopening strategies in close consultation with university leadership. Reported Miami's Community Newspaper. FIU has...
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...
Home Staging: 7 benefits of having a home staged by a professional
Home staging is the process of preparing a property for sale by making it more appealing to the highest number of potential home buyers. The act goes beyond decorating and cleaning. Below we list 7 benefits of having a home staged by a professional. 1 – Home...
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....
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...
This waterfront luxury spot in Sunny Isles was just named best resort in the U.S.
South Florida luxury oceanfront resort was just named the best resort and hotel in the country — and it’s got the best spa in the United States, too. Acqualina Resort & Residences in Sunny Isles Beach earned three top honors in USA Today’s annual 2020 10Best...
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...
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...
Coral Gables Museum Celebrates 90th Anniversary Of Miami Lighthouse For The Blind With Exhibit
On exhibition until August 16, the Coral Gables Museum is celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, an organization that provides hope, confidence, and independence to more than 75,000 blind and visually impaired persons annually. Read More:...
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...
COVID is not taking a toll on real estate deals. Home sales are up in South Florida
The South Florida housing market is finally getting its time in the sun after months of weathering a storm. And condos, not just single-family homes, are feeling the warmth. Reported Miami Herald. Broward and Miami-Dade saw 45% to 50% growth in year-over-year condo...
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...
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...
Casa Tua Club’s Yacht Charter Program Allows For Social Distancing In Style
Miky Grendene has a well-earned reputation for being one of Miami’s ultimate tastemakers, restaurateurs and exclusive private club and hotel owners. A-listers have been attracted to Casa Tua, his restaurant/hotel/private club on Miami Beach for almost 20 years because...
Miami Worldcenter developer sells site to Abbhi Capital for $24M
Miami Worldcenter’s development group sold off another part of the mega-project. Reported The Real Deal. Abbhi Capital bought a 1.15-acre parcel of land at the Miami Worldcenter development site at 1016 Northeast Second Avenue for $24 million, according to a...
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,...
Design approved for four-story Miami Beach townhomes from hospitality-nightlife guru
Hospitality guru Mio Danilovic is turning his hand to residential development. Danilovic received design approval from the city of Miami Beach to replace the existing two-story building at 1311 15th Terrace with four sleek condos designed by restaurant-hotel...
Miami-Dade County Cultural Institutions Announce Campaign to Bolster the Arts
Miami-Dade County Cultural Institutions Announce a Collaborative Partnership and Media Campaign to Bolster the Arts, Together. It is the Miami Art Strong, an ongoing partnership to strengthen the impact and ensure the longevity of the arts in Miami. Reported Miami's...
America’s ‘Most Instagrammed Restaurant’ is Opening a Fast Casual
America’s favorite eatery and confectionary shop, Sugar Factory American Brasserie, will introduce Sugar Factory Express, an extension of the Sugar Factory brand offering an immersive, fast-casual experience with high-quality food in Fall 2020. Reported QSR Magazine....
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...
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...
Meet Paramount’s Xenex LightStrike Robot: First UV room disinfection technology to destroy SARS-Co-V-2.
MIAMI, FLORIDA, USA, August 5, 2020 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In the midst of the coronavirus crisis, Paramount Miami Worldcenter, America’s most-futuristic luxury tower, is the first residential skyscraper in the U.S. to debut and deploy the world’s most-advanced...
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...
$1.6 Million Sculpture Installed At Milton Tower In Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Located at the busiest intersection of 163rd Street and Collins Avenue, Milton Tower has installed a spectacular $1.6 million, 18-foot sculpture, titled “Mariposas,” by artist Manolo Valdés. Milton Tower was key to the success of the new Sunny Isles Beach standards...
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...
Hurricane Warning Discontinued for Florida Coast as Isaias Keeps Weakening
NBC 6 - SOUTH FLORIDA - The National Hurricane Center discontinued a hurricane warning for the east coast of Florida Sunday morning and replaced it with a tropical storm warning as Isaias continued to weaken. Isias had maximum sustained winds of 65 mph as it moved to...
NASA Astronauts in SpaceX Capsule Make First Water Landing Since 1975
THE NEW YORK TIMES: The first astronaut trip to orbit by a private company has splashed down safely in the Gulf of Mexico. Two astronauts dropped out of orbit in what was the first water landing by NASA since 1975, when the agency’s crews were still flying in the...
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...
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...
Rain and strong winds begin in Haulover Beach, ahead of Hurricane Isaias’ arrival
Residents in Haulover Beach are waking up to stormy weather Saturday morning, ahead of Hurricane Isaias’ expected arrival later in the day. The stormy weather began in the area at around 7:30 a.m. 7News cameras captured the strong winds blowing several palm trees near...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Coconut Grove restaurants will try to expand outdoor dining spaces
The City of Miami has created a program where some Coconut Grove restaurants can apply for a permit to expand their outdoor seating into the middle of roadways or nearby parking spaces. Reported wsvn.com. Miami creates program for Coconut Grove restaurants to expand...
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...
Watch: Natiivo Miami Brings Live, Work And Play Concept To New Heights
The minds behind Natiivo Miami, (Natiivo™ Miami) the revolutionary home-sharing-friendly development that was designed to create a hybrid hospitality and residential experience for owners and travelers alike, joined Haute Residence for a webinar to talk about...
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...