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Take a Tour of this Stunning Deering Bay Penthouse
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Off-Duty Confidential: Mike Off The Map
Guest Contributor Interview ... by PocketRangerBlog While some of us struggle to scale faux rock walls, Michael Restivo is gripping boulders and overcoming mountains. The climber-cum-blogger calls South Florida home, but you’re just as likely to spot him exiting a hostel in Utah, setting up camp...
Misleading Information and Appraisal Woes over a Kitchen…
From the MLS description, this townhouse sounds fabulous ... but it's the information that's missing that concerns me. "SUNNY ISLES BEACH-POINCIANA ISLAND UPDATED 2,650+SQF 4BED/3BA SPACIOUS TWO LEVEL HOME, UPSTAIRS HAS WOOD FLOORING, FEATURES REMODELED MARBLE FLOORS LIVING & DINING AREA....
The Cork Blew on Shadow Inventory – Last Month
The court-imposed dam on Shadow Inventory blew last month. There is a wave of distressed property that will come, which will impact sales prices all across America. Some areas will be more battered than others. If you are looking to sell, and wanting to move within the next 6 months, now is...
Selling Strategy : The more compellingly the price – the higher the offer
Sellers want the highest price possible for their home. And ... in my experience, the more compellingly a home is priced, the more likely a buyer is to offer a higher price. When a buyer sees your home, and sees value, they tend to feel compelled to jump on it before someone else does. ...
Where Are Rents Headed?
People are delaying the decision to buy a home because they are not sure where prices are headed. If they buy and prices continue to soften, they feel that they will not have purchased at the optimal moment. They reason... via Where Are Rents Headed?.
Building Code Amnesty Program in Miami-Dade
Building Code Amnesty Program Effective August 12, 2011, residents of the unincorporated area of Miami-Dade County may benefit from an Amnesty Period if faced with civil penalties and liens for Building Code violations (Expired Permit violations, Work without Permit violations). This period...
Belief That “Now Is the Time to Buy” by Age Group
InfoGraphic Shares this chart on the various age groups and how each group feels about buying a home... via Belief That “Now Is the Time to Buy” by Age Group.
Real Estate 2012: Many Positive Outlooks
There is a growing belief among many experts that 2012 will be the year housing turns the corner and starts heading in a more positive direction. Whenever we write a post like this, we unleash the hordes of critics who via Real Estate 2012: Many Positive Outlooks.
Real Estate Sales Are On The Rise in South Florida
Buzz word on the streets, all over Miami, as well as in this recent article published by HOUSINGWIRE.COM is that real estate sales in South Florida are up from last year: "Home prices in South Florida jumped in the fourth quarter as international buyers and investors nabbed affordable...
When the Prophet Says Buy – BUY!
John R. Talbott, previously a Goldman Sachs investment banker, is a bestselling author and economic consultant. When it comes to the housing market he is also a prophet. When housing prices started to skyrocket in 2003... via When the Prophet Says Buy – BUY!.
Coconut Grove Arts Festival
This weekend, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival is back. February 18-20 from 10 am - 6 pm, with general admission tickets of $10. If you're a Coconut Grove resident (33133 zip code) it's $5 with proof of residency. There will be over 360 artists and craftsmen showcasing their work. Enjoy the...
NEW PRICE … 9800 SW 71 AVE – Pinecrest (Reduced to $630,000)
REDUCED NEW PRICE $630,000. 9800 SW 71 Avenue in Pinecrest Located in North Pinecrest, across from Royal Palm Tennis Club, this 4 bedroom canal-front home is ready for immediate sale. If you are wanting a four bedroom within the the Pinecrest Elementary School area please call the Restivo...
Buying A New Home … Men vs Women
From a recent Trulia survey...
Find Love & Adventure – A Valentines Day Travel Primer
"I’ve never been a firm believer in Valentines Day. It has always felt like an arbitrary holiday dropped after Christmas, just as that last holiday bill has been paid off. However, when the last chocolate sampler has been polished off, and the roses are well and soaked, it makes the perfect...
What Does Warren Buffet Think About Buying A Home?
Warren Buffet is seen by many as the greatest investor of our time. When he speaks, people listen. Like anyone else in his position of influence, he is criticized by some for using his bullhorn to promote his own business... via What Does Warren Buffet Think About Buying A Home?.
