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South Florida by the numbers - Black achievement in real estate and business
In recognition of Black History Month, we focus this edition of "South Florida By The Numbers" (a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal South Florida) on the dynamic impact of African-Americans in local real estate and business. https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/02/26/south-fl...
MBF, Friday, February 26, 2021
WAYBACK WEDNESDAY
WAYBACK WEDNESDAY: Remembering the Master Brokers Forum's amazing February 2014 event hosted by Paraiso Bay, featuring presentations on "Tapping into Global Markets"....
MBF, Wednesday, February 24, 2021
WE SEE YOU, Michael J. Martinez!
This Master Brokers Forum member recently sold the most expensive new construction home in Pinecrest (based on price per square foot) for $4.56 million. (Article link below.) Congratulations! https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2021/02/22/new-construction-home-fetches-4-56-million-in-pinecrest/...
MBF, Tuesday, February 23, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Mauricio J. Barba presents the Pont du Lac Estate; a 2.12 acre Pinecrest residence finely crafted and curated by its proud European homeowner in 2014. Its grounds, designed under the watchful eye of its curator, are an ode to the Palace of Versaille...
MBF, Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Sales of ultra-luxury condos are soaring. What does that mean for the rest of Miami?
"...experts say that the growing concentration of domestic Miami millionaires...will help grow Miami’s financial sector, earning it the same global attention as Miami’s hospitality, restaurant and arts sectors...Pricier homes translate into higher property taxes, which feed into muni...
MBF, Monday, February 22, 2021
South Floridaโs Real Estate Market Is Now Officially In Super-Boom Mode
"...South Florida’s real estate resurgence has all the signs of a boom that’s here to stay for a while as the country’s other major metropolises like Manhattan and San Francisco struggle with a long-term re-pricing in the other direction. ๐๐ญ๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ก๐๐จ ๐ค๐ ๐๐ค๐ช๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ก๐ค...
MBF, Friday, February 19, 2021
Appetite for Luxury South Florida Properties Soared in 2020
"South Florida has a seemingly enduring appeal among wealthy Northeastern transplants looking for sunshine and tax savings, and demand has only grown during the coronavirus pandemic and the work-from-home and remote-learning policies that have come along with it."https://www.mansionglobal.co...
MBF, Thursday, February 18, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Rosa Maria Besu Aguirre presents this corner residence with spectacular and endless views of Miami Beach, Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Enjoy stunning water view upon entering the double-height lobby and be greeted by your doorman/concierge. T...
MBF, Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Despite rising housing costs, more South Floridians are staying put
"Now, the same qualify-of-life factors attracting new residents — weather, restaurants, cultural activities — also appear to be keeping locals tethered to the region. Miami has never been more desirable — for those who can afford it." https://www.miamiherald.com/news/busine...
MBF, Tuesday, February 16, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Scott Klein presents this exquisite tri-level, custom built, lower penthouse that boasts the finest details throughout, with breathtaking picturesque bay, city and ocean views. This 4-bedroom 5.5-baths residence offers 4,327 square feet with 20-foot...
MBF, Friday, February 12, 2021
Why Miami is Booming
๐ด๐ฅ "South Florida has been and will continue to be a top destination for inward migration. Ample jobs, stable economic activity, and easy access for international business and commerce make it an appealing destination. ๐๐ฃ๐ซ๐๐จ๐ฉ๐ค๐ง๐จ ๐จ๐๐ค๐ช๐ก๐ ๐จ๐ฅ๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐๐ฉ๐ ๐๐ฃ ๐๐ญ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐๐๐ฃ๐...
MBF, Thursday, February 11, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Innovatively conceived by Affinity Architects, artfully crafted by Summit Builders, and warm modern spaces by Lesly Maxwell Interiors, this new front-row Intracoastal estate, presented by Master Brokers Forum member Kevin R. Kreutzfeld, is a Lighthouse Point architectural mast...
MBF, Wednesday, February 10, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Vicci Read presents this Lauderdale-by-the-Sea residence; architecturally re-designed and exquisitely decorated to capture its natural surroundings and oceanfront views. The private elevator entryway welcomes you into an impeccable home with 9-foot ...
MBF, Wednesday, February 10, 2021
WE SEE YOU, Edith Neuwahl!
This Master Brokers Forum member sold one of last week's ten most expensive Miami condos - after just one day on the market. Master Brokers Dora Puig and Nelson Gonzalez also made this list. (Article link below.) Congratulations! https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/02/09/miami-dade-condo-sales-fa...
MBF, Tuesday, February 09, 2021
Coconut Grove residential prices skyrocket
Featuring insight from Master Brokers Forum member Charlette Seidel. https://www.miamitodaynews.com/2021/02/02/coconut-grove-residential-prices-skyrocket-2/...
MBF, Monday, February 08, 2021
For the first time in years, itโs cheaper to rent in Miami than in Fort Lauderdale
"Miami’s median rent slid by 9.1% from January 2020 to January 2021, while Fort Lauderdale’s median rose by 3%, according to the latest national rent report by the rental listing company Zumper. The result: Miami’s median is at $1,600 per month for a one-bedroom unit, versus $1...
MBF, Friday, February 05, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Debbie DeVito and The DeVito Group presents this beautifully remodeled, 3 bed/2 bath corner unit in desirable Opal West Towers, located on Hillsboro Mile. This spacious condo features incredible Intracoastal views from every room and an over-sized w...
MBF, Wednesday, February 03, 2021
WAYBACK WEDNESDAY/WATCH
Re-live the Master Brokers Forum January 2018 event hosted by our friends at Estates at Acqualina! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mWNDJ-AF74...
MBF, Wednesday, February 03, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Howard Chase presents this meticulously renovated and re-imagined Mediterranean modern Miami Beach property. Spanning almost 6,200 square feet over nearly half an acre in the heart of Mid-Beach, this sprawling, L-shaped estate perfectly contours its...
MBF, Tuesday, February 02, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum members Rose and Dean Sklar Real Estate Team present Zona West: a brand-new luxurious and gated subdivision composed of 12 exclusively-designed homes that are both timeless and sophisticated. Located just east of I-75, on the SW corner of 148th Avenue and ...
MBF, Monday, February 01, 2021
MIAMI HERALD COLUMN - "Want a single-family home? Five reasons Miami buyers should consider a condo"
In today's Miami Herald, Master Brokers Forum board member Ralph De Martino shares the five reasons why Miami single-family home buyers should consider condos. https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article248845724.html...
MBF, Monday, February 01, 2021
South Florida by the numbers - Big Tech and Wall Street head to South Florida
Several big-name tech and finance companies are eyeing Miami, presenting extraordinary opportunities for real estate sectors across the region. But is this a momentary outlier, or a transformational trend that will re-shape the market for years to come? We examine it in this edition of “South ...
MBF, Friday, January 29, 2021
Join Us in Miami! Love, Masters of the Universe
"America’s business leaders, freed from the office, looked around the country, taking note of its coronavirus lockdowns, taxes and rabble rousers. And many said as if in unison: MIAMI!" https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/29/technology/join-us-in-miami-love-masters-of-the-universe.html?sea...
MBF, Friday, January 29, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Karen Elmir presents this spectacular, brand-new modern construction home in Coconut Grove, featuring two stories, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 half baths, media room, pool, barbecue area, lush landscaping, Italian cabinetry in the kitchen/bathrooms, ...
MBF, Thursday, January 28, 2021
Miami named most glamorous city in U.S.
Miami took the top spot of the ๐๐ธ๐ผ๐ฝ ๐๐ต๐ช๐ถ๐ธ๐ป๐ธ๐พ๐ผ ๐๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ผ, thanks to its proliferation of cocktail bars, lounges and nightclubs — Miami has more than any other city in the U.S. The Magic City also took the top spot in four shopping-related metrics —luxury fashion, jewelry, ...
MBF, Tuesday, January 26, 2021
South Florida hits record $5B in residential sales volume in December
๐ฅ "A boost in high-end sales, which has occurred throughout the pandemic, led to double-digit year-over-year increases in sales volume in the tri-county region, according to reports from the Miami Association of Realtors." ๐ฅ https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/01/22/south-florida-hits-recor...
MBF, Monday, January 25, 2021
Looking to buy a Miami-Dade home during COVID? Here are five pro tips for success
"Five tips to make you competitive if you’re looking to find your first (or next) home during the current home-buying lollapalooza." https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article247669065.html...
MBF, Friday, January 22, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Barbara Lamar presents this "Palm Beach chic" garden-style Key Biscayne home with covered front porch and flow-through views. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence is unique in its style and vibe. A fabulous cabana-style master suite overlooks th...
MBF, Thursday, January 21, 2021
Paradise found - Can Francis Suarez make Miami the next Big Tech mecca?
"It’s a trend that’s been on since at least the summer, with South Florida’s residential brokers finding themselves inundated with requests for luxury waterfront rentals and for-sale homes." https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/01/19/paradise-found-can-francis-suarez-make-mia...
MBF, Tuesday, January 19, 2021
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MBF, Friday, January 15, 2021
Microsoft, Citadel and Elliott Management among firms expanding in South Florida
๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐พ๐ ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐๐๐๐ผ๐๐พ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐/๐๐๐๐ผ๐๐ฟ๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ผ!* Microsoft: in talks to lease 30,000 square feet* Blackstone Group: taking 41,000 square feet* Citadel: on the hunt for up to 80,000 square feet* Elliott Management: expected to si...
MBF, Thursday, January 14, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Karla Abaunza presents this stunning, fully-renovated, 8th floor Fisher Island residence, encompassing 6,795 sq ft of interior space, and expansive east/west terraces overlooking Miami’s downtown skyline, Fisher Island, Virginia Key and Miami ...
MBF, Wednesday, January 13, 2021
๐ฃ๐จ DUES ALERT! ๐ฃ๐จ
All active Miami Master Brokers Forum members have been emailed their 2021 dues notice. Please make your dues payment before March 31 to enjoy a special discount! (If you are an active member and did NOT receive your notice, email us at membership@masterbrokersforum.com.)...
MBF, Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Florida Saw The Highest Population Growth Of Any State Over The Past Year, Except One
"In just a single year ending in 2020, Florida’s resident population increased by 241,256, the agency said." https://www.thenextmiami.com/florida-saw-the-highest-population-growth-of-any-state-over-the-past-year-except-one/...
MBF, Friday, January 08, 2021
Dennis Carvajal and David Nguah join Miami MBF board
Congratulations to Dennis Carvajal and David Nguah on becoming the newest members of the Miami Master Brokers Forum advisory board!...
MBF, Thursday, January 07, 2021
Iliana Abella Named Chair of Miami Master Brokers Forum
Please welcome Iliana Abella as the incoming chair of the Miami Master Brokers Forum! Iliana is a longtime board member who served as the chapter's treasurer from 2013 to 2020, and her three-year term as chair began earlier this month....
MBF, Thursday, January 07, 2021
South Floridaโs pandemic-fueled residential market poised for bull run in 2021
๐๐ด Robust market optimism from Master Brokers Forum members Alicia Cervera Lamadrid, Dora Puig, Mike Pappas, Nancy Klock Corey, and others. ๐๐ด https://therealdeal.com/miami/2021/01/04/south-floridas-pandemic-fueled-residential-market-poised-for-bull-run-in-2021/...
MBF, Tuesday, January 05, 2021
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Rocio Granados presents this lovely residence in Key Biscayne's Ocean Club condominium, featuring 2 bedrooms/2.5 baths with a den/office, amazing views of the Ocean and Biscayne Bay, two terraces, marble floors and carpeting in bedrooms, and an ...
MBF, Monday, January 04, 2021
Nelson Gonzalez sells his Miami Beach home, breaks Bay Harbor Islands Sales Record
Quite a week for Master Brokers Forum member Nelson Gonzalez. First, he sells his own home to a tech investor (article link here: https://lnkd.in/gzggwsp), and then sells a Bay Harbor Island spec home for a record-setting price (article link here: https://lnkd.in/gAw5G9G.) Congratulations!...
MBF, Wednesday, December 30, 2020
VIDEO - Why investor and tech executives are heading to Miami
"Big investors are moving to Miami. Remote work amid the pandemic means that they don’t need to be on Wall Street or in Silicon Valley to do their jobs, so they’re heading south, not only for tax purposes, but for a change in culture." https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/12/22/execut...
MBF, Monday, December 28, 2020
Luxury Single-Family Home Sales in South Florida More Than Doubled in November
๐ด๐ Condos priced at $1 million and up in Miami and Palm Beach are also seeing much higher year-over-year sales.https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/luxury-single-family-home-sales-in-south-florida-more-than-doubled-in-november-222235...
MBF, Wednesday, December 23, 2020
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Michael Light presents this walled and gated impeccable one-story home, offering 9,323 square feet of interior living, ideally situated on 1.1 acres tucked away in the highly-sought-after south Coconut Grove neighborhood. Custom built in 2016 by the...
MBF, Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Passing of Pio Ieraci
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Pio Ieraci, a longtime member of the Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum. As reported in the article linked HERE, Pio was a beloved and respected member of the Ft. Lauderdale beachfront and real estate communities (particularly through...
MBF, Monday, December 21, 2020
๐WE SEE YOU, BILL HERNANDEZ!
This Master Brokers Forum member and his business partner broke the Venetian Islands price record with this $28.9M sale. (Article link below.) Amazing job! https://therealdeal.com/miami/2020/12/17/tech-investor-keith-rabois-pays-record-29m-for-venetian-islands-home/...
MBF, Thursday, December 17, 2020
Congratulations, Tim Singer and Thank You, Phil Keagy
Congratulations to Tim Singer on being named the new Vice Chair of the Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum! A very special "thank you" to founding Vice Chair Phil Keagy for his 15 years of dedicated service to the chapter....
MBF, Wednesday, December 16, 2020
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Michael Martirena presents this spectacular waterfront home at Murano Grande in South Beach, created with style, quality and elegance. This corner 01-line was completely rebuilt and re-imagined down to the studs. It has been outfitted with new pipes...
MBF, Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Reverse Snowbirds Making Long-Term Moves to the South
"Florida’s snowbirds traditionally head to the Sunshine State for Thanksgiving and stay or visit repeatedly until early April to escape icy weather in the North and Midwest. ๐๐ป ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐, ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ณ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ, ๐๐ถ๐๐ต '๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐ผ๐๐ฏ๐ถ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐'...
MBF, Tuesday, December 15, 2020
โค๏ธMBF CARES!โค๏ธ
Thanks to the generosity of Master Brokers Forum members, and in partnership with United Way of Miami-Dade, Presidente Supermarket, and the Andres Asion Foundation, we donated $๐๐,๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ซ๐๐ ๐ ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฅ๐จ๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ฌ on Friday! Special ...
MBF, Monday, December 14, 2020
Miami Brokers Say Thereโs An โAvalancheโ Of New Residents Incoming
“The trigger: work from home policies instituted by companies during the pandemic are now expected to be made permanent…once those permanent work-from-home policies are announced, the 'complete avalanche' will begin.” https://www.thenextmiami.com/miami-brokers-say-theres-a...
MBF, Friday, December 11, 2020
Prominent Tech Investors Relocate From Silicon Valley To Miami
"Multiple tech investors have announced in recent days they will move from the Bay Area to Miami...there is an ongoing exodus from Silicon Valley, ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ข๐๐ฆ๐ข ๐๐ง ๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฅ๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง." https://www.thenextmiami.com/a-slew-of-prominent-tech-i...
MBF, Wednesday, December 09, 2020
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