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Sale At Eighty Seven Park Leads Weekly Condo Sales
From the week of October 17 to October 23, the top weekly condo sale was at Eighty Seven Park. The unit sold for more than $9M. In total, condo sales dollar volume for that period reached $114.4 million. This was a slight decrease from the total of $124M from the...
Miami Condo Sales Break Another Record
So far, 2021 has been a very important year for Miami real estate. According to the Miami Association of Realtors, the Magic City continues to break records. In fact, Miami-Dade registered its best September sales month in history. It established a new mark for the...
High inflation creates opportunity to invest by leveraging with fixed interest rates
That buying real estate is a great protection against inflation everyone knows. What few people realize is another great advantage to be taken advantage of in Florida today: interest rates remain fixed (... and low) for the longest period of the loan. In other words,...
Learn how to leverage your investment in Orlando
The term "investment leverage" is common to many advanced investors. Leveraging investment means borrowing resources to increase the potential return of an investment. In this way, the investor maximizes gains with a much larger investment, without the need to use own...
Weston turns 25: Along the way, it’s been rated as the best place to live in Florida
The Weston community on the edge of the Everglades turns 25 years old. The city was incorporated in 1996 and, at that time, it was hard to believe it would become one of the best places to live in Florida. Some of the characteristics that make Weston one of the most...
What is the expected return on investment for Orlando vacation rental?
One of the favorite investments of global buyers in Orlando is the purchase of vacation homes in condominiums near the parks. These are called Vacation Homes, which allow seasonal rentals. Thus, it is possible to obtain income from the rental activity, which makes the...
Fort Lauderdale Home Sold to NFL Player For $6M
Right now, many high profile names are buying properties in South Florida. Recently, Joey Bosa, an NFL player for the Los Angeles Chargers purchased a Fort Lauderdale home for $5.8 million. The home, located at 2401 Solar Plaza Drive was purchased by Bosa through a...
The Miami Book Fair Is Back!
Good news for the Miami community! The beloved annual Miami Book Fair is back, and this year it will finally incorporate some in-person events. Due to Covid, last year's fair took place virtually. There were no live author readings, no food stands, and no strolling...
What is the Occupancy Rate for Orlando Vacation Rental?
Home to the land of Mickey Mouse and Disney World, world-class golf courses, fine dining and shopping, Orlando attracts a wide variety of tourists and travelers from around the world. More than 70 million people visit the city annually, representing nearly 60% of all...
Fisher Island Home Sale Tops Miami-Dade Weekly Sales
From October 10 to October 16 a Fisher Island home led the sales. The incredible unit at a prestigious condominium sold for nearly $24 million. Unit 6893 at Palazzo Della Luna was on the market for 650 days. In total, the condo sold for about $2,500 per square foot....
One Thousand Museum Developers Are Proposing A New Project
The developers of the renowned luxury project, One Thousand Museum, are proposing a new waterfront luxury condo. The new development would be located in Edgewater and called 729 Edge. 729 Edge would expand 342,848 square feet, and be 58 stories tall. The project would...
6 reasons why larger houses rent better in Orlando
Making money with vacation rentals is nowadays one of the best real estate investments in the world. The so-called Vacation Homes in Orlando are the most desired by international investors. It couldn't be different! Orlando is one of the most visited cities on the...
The Grand Station Apartments Tower Is Completed
The Grand Station Apartments tower is a project located in Downtown Miami. The tower was built by a partnership that included Alex Rodriguez as an investor. This new project is another incredible addition to the tremendous growth that Downtown Miami is experiencing....
Latin Americans Keep Investing in South Florida
Political turmoil in several Latin American countries has led many of its residents to invest their money elsewhere. Right now, there is a huge influx of Latinxs investing in South Florida. Today, South Florida is home to some of the most incredible and luxurious real...
Okan Tower Is Allegedly Back In Business
During the pandemic, the construction plans for Okan Tower stopped. However, the $300M tower is back in business, and is resuming plans for construction. If built, the project will have 70 stories, and be taller than any current building in Miami. Allegedly, the tower...
Miami Beach Real Estate: New Co-Living Project Launches Sales
A new co-living project is coming to the beach. In fact, this Miami Beach real estate project just launched sales. This project is another Urbin-branded property from Location Ventures. In fact, this is one of the many Urbin projects that the group is planning across...
South Florida Rental Market Is The Third Fastest Growing In The U.S
Recently, it was announced by realtor.com that the South Florida rental market is the third fastest growing in the country. In fact, the average rent in August rose by 27% to $2,432. During the pandemic, there were months of stalled rent growth. However, its gradual...
Brickell Was Voted As One Of The Coolest Neighborhoods In The World
Right now, Brickell is one of the most sought-after neighborhoods in South Florida. Not only is it Miami's financial district, but it is also full of great food, art, and entertainment. Recently, TimeOut released a "Coolest Neighborhoods" list, and it is no surprise...
E11even Hotel & Residences Partners With FTX
Recently, it was announced that FTX, a US regulated cryptocurrency platform, is partnering with E11even Hotel & Residences. This represents the first real estate partnership for FTX. Furthermore, it will be the only platform handling cryptocurrency conversions for...
North Bay Road Home Hits The Market For $42M
Earlier this year, Chris Bosh purchased a North Bay Road home in Miami Beach for $14.4 million. Right now, the Miami Beach real estate market is surging. So much so, that the home Bosh purchased just hit the market again for triple the price. In fact, the home was...
New Coconut Grove Restaurant Will Become a Hit
A new open-air Coconut Grove restaurant is on its way. This new retro Miami vibe spot will likely become a new favorite in the area. "Bayshore Club" will be a waterfront restaurant from Grove Bay Hospitality located at Regatta Harbour. The 9.5 acre mixed-use project...
Real Estate Investors Are Loving South Florida
In the second quarter of this year, home purchases by investors in South Florida jumped by 90%. Right now, real estate investors are crazy about Miami and Fort Lauderdale. In fact, Miami ranked seventh for having the most investor purchases in the country. As for Fort...
Little Haiti: 5 Things You Didn’t Know
South Florida is full of charming neighborhoods. Little Haiti is one of them. This beautiful spot is a known neighborhood for Haitian exiles. In fact, French-Creole still dominates throughout. There are many exciting areas surrounding Little Haiti. For example,...
Famous Miami Beach Sushi Restaurant Expanding To More Neighborhoods
Pubbelly is a very popular Miami Beach sushi restaurant. Locals love that place so much, that it has already expanded into other neighborhoods such as Aventura, Brickell, and Dadeland. However, the locations are so popular that it is expanding even further. Featuring...
Everything You Need To Know About Bal Harbour
Bal Harbour is a beautiful neighborhood in Miami. It is located north of Miami Beach. With an elegant design and luxurious ambiance, this Miami neighborhood is perfect for anyone looking for an exclusive lifestyle. In fact, the area has some of the best luxury living...
57 Ocean in Miami Beach Gets Sellout of Over $330M
57 Ocean is a new 18-story building located in Miami Beach. Recently, the project became sold out and secured a temporary certificate of occupancy. Amongst the units, one penthouse sold for $36 million. In fact, the entire building sold out for more than $330 million....
Jade Ocean Unit Sale Tops Weekly Condo Sales
From September 19 to the 25th, a Jade Ocean condo topped weekly sales. From that period, sales dollar volume reached $90.9 million. This was lower than the previous week, when the total was $123 million. This week, condos sold for an average of $494,000, a decrease...
Miami Real Estate Set Another Record In August
The Miami real estate market is hot. In fact, there was another record set during August. The market posted its best August sales month in history. The total homes ales in the county surged by 30.6% YoY, going from 2,527 sales to 3,299. There are many reasons why the...
South Florida Single-Family Homes Are Still In Very High Demand
The inventory for South Florida single-family homes continues to be limited. Although residential sales rose in August, single-family sales fell as a result of the declining inventory. Condo sales saw an increase in the luxury market despite price increases. In...
Legacy Hotel And Residences In Miami Worldcenter Gets City Ok
Miami Worldcenter is changing Downtown Miami. With many new incredible projects, this development is one of the most anticipated ones in the area. Recently, it was announced that the 51-story Legacy Hotel and Residences got approval from the city. This incredible new...
Miami’s Financial District Keeps Growing
Brickell, also known as Miami's financial district keeps growing. In fact, it was recently announced that two new firms are moving to the area. Legend Advance Funding and Matrix Renewables are joining the Miami action. Both companies recently signed leases for 2,500...
Continuum Unit Leads Weekly Miami-Dade Condo Sales
From September 12 to September 18, a Continuum unit led sales. The gorgeous luxury condo was sold to tech entrepreneur Hari Ravichandran for $8M. The sale price for unit 3507 equated to $2,708 per square foot. The Continuum unit only spent 7 days on the market before...
Broward Condo Sales Rose By 51% This Summer
Right now, the South Florida real estate market is on fire. So much so, that the Miami Association of Realtors reported a huge surge in home sales during the summer. In total, Broward county home sales increased by 23.9% YoY in July. The number rose from 2,970 sales...
Nicky Jam Bought a Downtown Miami Condo
Singer, songwriter and reggaeton star Nicky Jam just bought a Downtown Miami condo. The artist purchased a gorgeous unit at One Thousand Museum for $6 million. The 4,600 square foot unit truly brings luxury to the next level. Featuring give bedrooms and five...
Baccarat Miami: Everything You Need To Know
Baccarat Residences Miami introduces the city to one of the most prestigious luxury hotel brands in the world. In fact,the three towers will feature 57, 77 and 82 stories. Furthermore, Baccarat Miami offers 360 residences. The famous architecture firm Arquitectonica,...
Senior Housing In Miami Beach? A New Project Is On The Way
Good news for seniors! A new affordable senior housing in Miami Beach is on its way. In fact, the new project will be located on Normandy Isles Historic District. This new project will feature 4 stories and will be replacing an existing building with four occupied...
Investing in Real Estate Can Hedge Against Inflation
Right now, the cost of goods across several industries is rising. This has caused many to worry about inflation and no longer being able to afford certain items. However, there are some financial moves that people can do right now to hedge against inflation. One of...
Miami Beach Condo Sold To Nascar Driver For $6M
Brian Vickers, a retired Nascar driver recently purchased a Miami Beach condo. Vickers paid a total of $6.3 million for the unit at the Continuum South tower located at 100 South Pointe Drive. The gorgeous home features two bedrooms and 1,940 square feet. In total,...
District 225 Miami: Turn-Key Units + Short Term Rentals
District 225 Miami, Related Group's newest project will be a great addition to Downtown Miami. Featuring 343 fully furnished units, this incredible project will have the ability to offset costs via Airbnb. District 225 will offer a very flexible living environment...
Women’s Club of Miami Building in Edgewater Is Getting a Rooftop Restaurant
Edgewater is one of the coolest neighborhoods in Miami. Offering a great lifestyle, this incredible neighborhood truly has it all. In addition, it continues to grow. In fact, an ultra-luxurious rooftop restaurant is about to be added to one of its historic buildings....
St. Regis Sunny Isles: Here’s What We Know So Far
Rumor has it that a St Regis brand development is coming to Sunny Isles Beach. So far, there is not a lot of information regarding the project. However, there is enough to suspect that more news are coming soon. Here is what we know so far: Located at 18801 Collins...
Short Term Rentals: Why They Are Great Investment Opportunities
Right now, there are many new projects in Miami that allow short term rentals. Developments like Legacy, YotelPad, District 225, Natiivo, etc, all allow you to stay in your property, and rent it when you are away. Short term rental properties are great opportunities...
3 Moving Tips That Will Make You Feel At Home Faster
Moving into a new house is often a very exciting experience. However, it can also be somewhat overwhelming. A lot of times, it takes a bit of time to get used to your new space. Especially if you take a long time to unpack and get settled. If you've been looking for...
Brickell: 3 Reasons Why Everyone Wants To Move There
Right now, Brickell is one of the most popular neighborhoods in South Florida. This is no surprise, as Miami's financial district has a lot of things to offer. Right now, the vibrant neighborhood has a lot of fantastic real estate options. In addition, residents have...
Top Neighborhood Features That Young Buyers Value
Right now, a lot of young couples are looking to invest in real estate. These millennials are looking for very specific things. These young buyers value things such as home offices, good building amenities, etc. However, another thing that these buyers are looking for...
Kitchen Hacks: 3 Things To Check in the Kitchen as a Homebuyer
Buying a home is an incredible experience. Visiting properties and narrowing down what you like is very exciting. However, sometimes as a first time homebuyer (or one who hasn't looked in a while!) it is hard to know what to look for. The kitchen is a very important...
Will the South Florida Real Estate Market Remain Hot?
Right now, the South Florida real estate market is thriving. The demand for condos, apartments, single family homes, townhomes, etc, is soaring. But, will the market remain like this? Last month, property sales dropped a bit compared to July 2020. This drop could be...
New Hialeah Rental Community Brings More Living Options
Hialeah, also known as the "City of Progress" is slated for a new community. The new $90 million Hialeah rental community will expand living options in the area. This new project will consist of a 10-story apartment rental building. Inside, the community will feature...
Playa De Veradero: An Incredible New Project In Sunny Isles
Earlier in 2020, Fortune International Group and Château Group received a $119 million loan for the refinancing of La Playa de Veradero. Located in Sunny Isles Beach, this incredible project will bring luxury to the next level. The 4.7-acre site boasts beach frontage...
Miami Real Estate Is The Most Attractive for Out-of-Towners
Miami is the number one city (on a list of 112 metropolitan areas) where out-of-towners want to move. Although Miami has always been a very attractive spot, now more than ever, people are craving its incredible lifestyle. Because of the pandemic, remote work...