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2018 Chairman’s Club Award
What an honor to be part of the Chairman’s Club once again. We have the best clients, friends and family - all of which helped make 2018 a successful year. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your buying & selling process ... we are honored to work with you!
Free Saturday at Miami Art Museum
On the second Saturday of every month, families can enjoy free admission to the Miami Art Museum from 1-4 PM. There are hand on activities for adults and kids, occasional guest artists and a 2 PM tour. Bring the family and enjoy the afternoon together while creating something new and exploring...
Happy New Year, Miami!
The Restivo Team wishes you and your loved ones a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year!
Miami Is Giving Away Free Showerheads
If your faucets have not been updated since 1996, Miami will give you new showerheads for free... in an effort to conserve energy and water.
Welcome to Miami… A Housewarming Gift … Great Neighbors & “CALAMONDINS”
When we moved to Miami 20 years ago, our neighbors popped by amid the turmoil of unpacking. They came over to welcome us with probably the nicest housewarming gift I can remember. Great neighbors we had in Bonnie and John Massey! Everyone should be so fortunate ... and have neighborly...
Free UM Men’s Basketball Tickets For Coral Gables Residents
The City of Coral Gables and the University of Miami have teamed up to give residents a chance to free tickets to upcoming basketball games. Up to four tickets per household, on a first come first serve basis. Only 250 tickets will be distributed per game. Thursday December 30: Canes vs...
Looking for a Kitchen Remodel Recommendation?
The best referrals are the kind that come via word of mouth... ( the tried-and-true variety). If you're looking for service provider, a good place to start is by asking someone in the throws of having work done in their own home. We received two letters over the past couple of weeks...
2010 Miami Market Summary and 2011 Projections
EWM President Ronald Shuffield speaks about the 2010 Miami Market and what he predicts for 2011. Take a look... [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGD4X-lxdRw&feature=player_embedded#![/youtube]
We Wish You A Merry Christmas
From Our House To Yours ... Merry Christmas
Electricity 101
Electricity 101: Preventing Electrical Shock If you're in the do-it-yourself mode for making electrical repairs in your home or business, you need to educate yourself on avoiding electrical shock. Timothy Thiele, a writer for www.about.com, offers these tips. You should always shut the power off...
5941 Pinetree Drive European Villa – Waterfront Overlooking Indian Creek $3,800,000 – Miami Beach
Feels like Europe ... not Miami! From the street or the cast iron gates you don't get a feel for the grandeur inside. You could easily miss it ... driving along Pinetree Drive ... but the inside of this European villa is worth a visit. Listed for $3,800,000, this 6 bedroom 5 1/2 bath...
Real Estate Market Forecast: SELL NOW – BUY NOW – OR WAIT?
There are more buyers right now than there were in 2005. And there's good reason for that. Prices have dropped 40-50%. BUYERS ADVICE: If you able to buy real estate now, you are in a rather enviable position. There's the potential for future appreciation, given the cyclical trends in real...
Real Estate Hindsight & Forecast … South Florida
Market Snapshot for Miami Real Estate: Real estate markets tend to be cyclical ... and it's worth remembering that historically real estate has been solid - as a long term investment. 2010 was a buyer's market. 2011 won't be all that different according to what top real estate experts are...
Closing
The day has finally arrived...it's CLOSING DAY! Closing is the legal transfer of ownership from seller to buyer. It's a formal meeting that most of the parties involved in the deal with attend. Closings are usually held at the title company or lawyer's offices. Your closing officer will coordinate...
Bulk Condo Purchases in Miami Florida
In the fourth quarter of 2010, EWM Realtors Alexandra and Vicki got several investor inquiries as to the feasibility of Miami bulk condo buy-outs. EWM's President, Ron Shuffield, commented as to how few bulk condo purchases there are to be had in Miami right now, saying that those that...
Buyers Guide To Home Inspections
Once your offer has been accepted, it's time for a home inspection. As the buyer, you have the right (and The Restivo Team always recommends) to hire a professional inspector to evaluate the condition of the home. There is an inspection clause included in the written contract. The goal with a home...
