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Miami Beach Real Estate: Things are looking up?

Thursday, December 23rd, 2010

Happy Holidays to all! I know everyone is busy shopping, eating, partying, and getting ready for the holidays. The last thing on anyone’s mind is…. real estate. However, I thought I would spread somegood cheer regarding the market! In today’s Miami Herald (front page) it talks about condo sales being up. Our illustrious leader Mr. Ron Shuffield was quoted in that article and said he was extremely optimistic about the market in general. He feels the foreclosure freeze will mostly wear off in 2011 and the market will return to some normalcy. It’s a cycle and cycles don’t last forever. Prices are up from last year in both Dade and Broward. When you think back a few years when the market was on a high, many sellers today say “I could of sold for….”. Well, if you buyers don’t make a move, you will be saying, “I could of bought for….”. Don’t be that buyer….call me, I’m around! Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!!

By the way, on the same front page, the Jungle Island attraction is looking like the market…trying to survive. I remember when it was the Parrot Jungle. Good times. Every relative that came into town made the circuit, Parrot Jungle, Monkey Jungle, The Seaquarium, and the Beach!

Miami Beach Real Estate: Are you Kidding Me!

Thursday, December 9th, 2010

Ok, like most of you, we all read the paper this morning and right there on the front page of the local news is “Lebron buys a house in Coconut Grove for $9,000,000. “ Are you kidding me, Coconut Grove! The Grove hasn’t been cool since earth shoes and head shops! Dude, what were you thinking!  Don’t you communicate with Dwayne and Chris? Well, 2 out of 3 isn’t bad!

Onward….this Sunday, December 12 from 2-4, I am holding open a terrific home at 5237 La Gorce Drive. Its a Mediterranean gem with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, pool, hardwood floors throughout, fireplace, impact windows. Stop by and take a look. All it needs is your personal touch! Offered at $869,000.

And hey, the ding dongs messing with the pink snails, stop it! You are suppose to enjoy them, not destroy them. They look great and are very fun and festive, especially this time of year, so quit it!

Happy shopping…see you Sunday!

Miami Beach Real Estate: So Much Going On, So Little Time

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

Its that time of year….the weather has cooled off and Miami Beach has heated up! First off, I hope everyone had a joyous Thanksgiving. It is the best holiday; family, friends, food, and  football! It dosen’t get any better than that. It also kicks off the season starting with Art Basel. My partner Andy has been going to all the events and parties, but I wouldn’t know a Picasso from the drawings my kids bring home. What an eye! But Andy can spot a valuable painting a block away, and a good deal 2 blocks away, so he is having a blast! Since there will be so many people in town we are kicking it up this weekend with not one, but two open houses. It is the first time either of these properties are being held open so we should be very busy.

The first home 3757 Sheridan Ave. is terrific. It will be open from 1-3 this Sunday, Dec. 5. Everything in the house has been redone….roof, windows, AC, plumbing, electric, appliances, new baths, new kitchen, but it still has maintained its meditteranean charm. Original fireplace, original hardwood floors with mahogony inlay, and great architectural detail. Asking price is $539,000.

The second home we are holding open from 3-5 is 3001 Pinetree Drive. This magnificent South Beach Estate is a must see for the luxury buyer. An architectural gem by L. Murray Dixon has undergone a ground up restoration. This home has 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, original fireplace, gourmet kitchen, private pool and patio, and much much more. Offered at $2,200,000. Please come by and see us this Sunday!    

Stay warm and have a great weekend!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

Have a save, healthy and happy holiday.

Miami Beach Real Estate: We Got the Power!

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010

Lots of interseting things going on in Miam Beach. Please don’t be offended my friends to the north, south, and west, but Miami Beach is the place! Just look at the newspaper over the weekend. First, Jerry Powers, the founder of Ocean Drive magazine  has invested in Plum, a cable TV station and is kicking it up! He is hoping to target a wider audience which includes affluent consumers and keeps Miami Beach and its energy in the spotlight.   

Also, the pink snails are coming! It reminds me  of the time the artist Cristo wrapped the islands of Biscayne Bay in pink. Who remembers that or am I dating myself? Of course I was only 10 at the time!!! But this is fun and its also meant to send a message regarding enviornmental consciousness. This week, these pink plastic snails will pop up all over Miami Beach.  The snails are meant to send us a message to ”slow” down, stop running, and stop destroying our beautiful planet. Sounds good to me.

And last but not least, our newest listing at 3001 Pinetree Dr. is a magnificent home by famed architect L. Murray Dixon. This  was a ground up restoration and addition that was lovingly restored over 2 years. It has over 5,000 sq. ft., 6 bedrooms, 6 baths, gourmet kitchen, beautiful pool and private garden. Asking $2,200,000. Call anytime!

Miami Beach Real Estate: Knock, Knock….

Monday, July 26th, 2010

Yea thats right, listen closely because thats opportunity knocking! There are some real good deals on Miami Beach these days. I remember a few years back when I would get calls and a buyer would want to spend about $500,000 on a property. I was so busy holding back my laughter that I never got their name and number. So if you’re out there, I am no longer laughing and I have a paper and pencil ready to write down your name, number, e mail address,  your kids birthday, …… But seriously, there is a foreclosure at

4320 Post Ave., Miami Beach. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, built in 1935, hard wood floors throughout, granite kitchen counters, garage conversion, and a nice yard. The asking is $403,900. I think its a great opportunity at a great location. Knock, knock!

5383 Alton Rd, knock, knock! Fab house on the golf course with guest house, fully renovated, gorgeous pool. Usually not a fan of AltonRd but this house is a winner. The front door is on 53 st with easy access onto the road, you don’t even know you are on Alton!  Asking $825,000….make an offer.

We all know the short sale process is a pain in the —( neck) but if you have the patience you can get a really good deal. Watch out, some of the photos can be misleading. The house looks fantastic from the pictures and you get all excited until you get to the house and boy what a dump!!!! Sometimes those good deals aren’t such good deals! So, if you have any questions or need any info please don’t hesitate to give us a call. Remember, “experience is priceless”.

Miami Beach Real Estate: Look out LeBron

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Here I was showing property in mid Beach to a wonderful couple and my cell phone rings. Usually I hate to answer the phone when I’m with other people because I like to give my buyers and sellers full attention.  This was my time for them! Since it was their second time in the house and they were off rearranging the kitchen, I decided to pick up. Well, guess who it was? Thats right the King himself, LeBron James asking me, Cyndi Henriksen if I had time to show him a few places. All of a sudden, my buyers called my name and ruined one of the the best day dreams I ever had!!! So if you’re out there LeBron and you’re looking, I’m right here but you’ll have to wait until I’m finished with this couple!!

Miami Beach Real Estate…information,thoughts,views,and observations

Monday, June 28th, 2010

 

Nevin Shapiro another ponzi schemer (these guys are too much) has his house on the market at 5380 North Bay Road, Miami Beach. In February of this year it was on the market for a 10.5 million but it has been reduced to a mere 5.9 million. Its the best buy on the water on North Bay Road with over  6400 interior sq. footage, pool, totally renovated, and almost 80 feet on the wide bay.  The government is seizing and selling his assets. I always wonder with these guys, how much is enough? Can you possibly drive 8 cars at one time or live in 5 different houses or wear all that jewlery? What are they thinking? Hey, this isn’t the 90′s! You’re better off driving a smart car. Now thats impressive!

Look out Florida…here comes Arizona. I don’t mean cactus and cowboy boots but the Arizona immigration law. Republican leaders have begun to craft an anti immigration law which would allow police to ask suspects for their legal residency. They say they are trying to encourage legal immigration, but is that what it really does? This has become an issue that has  everyone talking and everyone has an opinion. Whats yours?

Kudos to all those who took part in the Hands Across the Sand this past weekend. This was a peaceful demonstration against offshore drilling and for renewable energy sources. There were groups throughout Miami Beach. They were on 13th street as well as 50 st and joined 24 countries who were participating in this project.

Miami Beach Real Estate…Somethings Happening Here..

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

According to the Miami Herald article written June 17,2010 by David Smiley, backers of a petition to decriminalize marijuana are hoping Miami Beach will be as progressive as Seattle and Breckinridge, Colorado. The Committee for Sensible Marijuana Policy announced a drive to get signatures to support a proposed amendment that would make “personal” possession of marijuana in Miami Beach a civil code violation. In other words, you get a fine, no jail time! The group is hoping to get enough signatures by Aug. 20 so it can go on the November ballot. They need about 4200 signatures and so far they have 80!  The group feels they will have better luck in Miami Beach than any other city in Florida, you think! Of course this is such a preliminary thing and everyone has a say.  Mayor Matti Bower  said she would not support a change to the city’s code. Well its up to you, the registered voters of Miami Beach. Is this something the city wants or needs? A lot of people feel the police, attorneys, and jails are bogged down with criminal charges for personal pot possession  and their time could be better spent. What are you views? Does it hurt the city? Help the city? Affect Real Estate values? Or who really cares? Let us know what you think.

Miami Beach Real Estate:Whats the Buzz,tell me whats a happening!

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

Hi there!  Lets start off with some good news…… the good news is Alex Rodriguez (a.k.a. A -Rod) just purchased waterfront lots on North Bay Road on Miami Beach for over 7 million dollars. The bad news is, he did not buy them from me!! But in general, mid Beach single family homes have been active.  In the last 3 months there has been 29 closed sales and 28 properties are currently pending. Keep in mind, this is only mid Beach.

Please take a moment and watch this video. It will really shed some light on the short sale saga and it is short and very informative. Watch and let me know what you think………

Loan Mods not working?? I may have the answer!

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  • Avg. Days on Market: 69

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