Oct 5, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
Miami has long been a melting pot, where people from all over the world live and work. At a recent seminar, we discussed the trends of foreign nationals and what that means for us in Miami. The top 10 countries buying locally are : 1. Canada 2. China 3. Mexico ...
Sep 30, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
What do you need to know about Title Insurance? Title Search: A title search is a review of all publically-recorded transactions, with the goal of uncovering anything whatsoever that could possibly affect “title” of the property in question… and...
Sep 27, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, IN THE NEWS, MIAMI REAL ESTATE, REAL ESTATE NEWS
If you are buying property in Florida … and closing any time in October … we recommend you order (and pay for) flood insurance now …. especially if you are buying in a high risk area. Florida Realtors strongly recommend home-buyers get flood...
Sep 22, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, GOOD DEALS & WHAT'S SELLING, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
After almost two years, our warmest congratulations goes out to one of our buyers who just recently closed on 5 units in Oak Lane! The townhouses are located on Red Road and SW 74 St in South Miami. From the start, the Restivo Team helped negotiate with the developer...
Sep 20, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, MIAMI REAL ESTATE
Buying a home is the biggest purchase most of us will make, but it’s definitely worth it. The biggest reason is the appreciation of the home. The value of the vast majority of homes will appreciate over time. The appreciation builds home equity (the difference...
Sep 19, 2011 | BUYER'S ADVICE, COMMUNITY INFORMATION, ITALIANO (CASA A MIAMI), MIAMI'S TOP NEIGHBORHOODS, REAL ESTATE NEWS
Whether you want investment property (a condo or a single family home) to buy (and rent out as income producing property), or whether you’re looking for vacation property for your own enjoyment, there are several things to keep in mind … 1) Pick a...