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The CLosing - Alicia Cervera Lamadrid

A fascinating interview with Master Brokers Forum past chair and Legacy Award honoree Alicia Cervera Lamadrid....

MBF, Friday, February 3, 2023

First "Lunch and Loans" Meeting

The first Master Brokers Forum/City National Bank of Florida "Lunch and Loans" meeting was a huge success! Gold Coast chapter members Matt Krac, Bonnie Metviner CRS, Denice Landaeta, Diana Fairbanks, and Daniela Melaniti gathered to talk shop and learn about the bank's unique and flexibl...

MBF, Friday, February 3, 2023

South Florida by the numbers - A look back at 2022

How did Miami real estate compare to the rest of the United States in 2022 (𝙎𝙋𝙊𝙄𝙇𝙀𝙍 𝘼𝙇𝙀𝙍𝙏: 𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙮 𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙣 𝙬𝙚𝙡𝙡), and what does 2023 have in store? We explore in this edition of "South Florida by the Numbers"; a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal. http:...

MBF, Wednesday, February 1, 2023

South Florida’s allure in 2022 made Miami-Dade’s business openings among best in U.S.

“MIAMI continues to grow in overall population and number of businesses. Our housing market is still in high demand. All of the indicators are showing demand is remaining high, and we’re not seeing returns back to where people were moving from." http://www.miamiherald.com/news/busine...

MBF, Tuesday, January 31, 2023

WATCH - Highlights from MBF at Sixth & Rio

WATCH: Highlights from this month's amazing Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum 2023 Kickoff Event, generously hosted by our friends at Sixth and Rio. (Special thanks to videography sponsor Integrity Title, Inc.!) https://youtube.com/shorts/E38LPlWJF1M?feature=share...

MBF, Monday, January 30, 2023

Miami MBF Board Meeting at The Standard Miami Residences

THANK YOU to our friends at The Standard Miami Residences for hosting yesterday's fantastic and productive Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting! Learn more at https://thestandardmiamiresidences.com/ ...

MBF, Thursday, January 26, 2023

Miami projected to be one of the hottest U.S. housing markets in 2023

"MIAMI ranked No. 8 on (Zillow's) hottest markets list and is one of the few cities that has maintained its price growth with little to no dropoff since mortgage rates started rising..." http://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2023/01/17/miami-hottest-housing-markets-2023/...

MBF, Wednesday, January 25, 2023

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Lynley Ciorobea presents this sophisticated "Hamptons meets Key West" home in north Pinecrest for $5.8M. (In partnership with PROFILEmiami.) http://profilemiamire.com/miamirealestate/2023/1/24/master-brokers-forum-listing-check-out-this-hamp...

MBF, Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Goldman Sachs Forecasts Miami Housing Market To Outperform in 2023

"Goldman Sachs is forecasting MIAMI home prices will rise slightly by the end of the year – one of only two major markets in the report expected to see an increase." http://www.thenextmiami.com/goldman-sachs-forecasts-miami-housing-market-to-outperform-in-2023/...

MBF, Monday, January 23, 2023

👀 WE SEE YOU, SCOTT PATTERSON!

This Master Brokers Forum member brokered both sides of this record-setting sale in Hallandale Beach. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2023/01/19/mansion-sale-sets-price-record-in-hallandale-beach.html...

MBF, Friday, January 20, 2023

Foreign investment floods into Miami real estate after pandemic dip

"International investment in Miami's real estate market has spiked over the last year...Foreign buyers picked up $6.8 billion of South Florida residential real estate between August 2021 and July 2022..a 34% increase from the sales volume the year prior." http://www.axios.com/local/miami...

MBF, Friday, January 20, 2023

ChatGPT - A broker’s best friend?

Master Brokers Forum board member Andres Asion believes this text-producing artificial intelligence technology is a game-changer for real estate. Thoughts? http://therealdeal.com/2023/01/16/brokers-meet-your-new-personal-assistant-chatgpt/...

MBF, Friday, January 20, 2023

Scenes from MBF at Sixth & Rio

Scenes from last night's FABULOUS Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum 2023 Kickoff Event, generously hosted by our friends at Sixth & Rio! Thanks to all members who attended and collectively donated more than $800 to The Pantry of Broward....

MBF, Thursday, January 19, 2023

👀 WE SEE YOU, Sandra Masis!

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller in one of the top two Miami condo sales last week; a $7.6M transaction in Coconut Grove. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2023/01/17/grove-at-grand-bay-one-thousand-museum-tie-for-priciest-weekly-condo-sale/...

MBF, Wednesday, January 18, 2023

The Hollywood Reporter Announces the Inaugural Miami – Palm Beach Power Broker Awards

BEST OF LUCK to Master Brokers Forum members Ashley Cusack, Eloy Carmenate, Dora Puig, and Karen Elmir, who are all nominees in tonight's prestigious awards event! http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/real-estate/the-hollywood-reporter-inaugural-miami-palm-beach-power-broker-awards-1235294...

MBF, Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Florida Was The Fastest Growing State In 2022, Census Says

☀️⬆️ "Florida’s population increased 1.9% between 2021 and 2022 – FASTER THAN ANY OTHER STATE IN THE NATION, according to the Census Bureau. It is the first time since 1957 that Florida has ranked #1 for growth on a percentage basis." http://www.thenextmiami.com/florida-was-the-f...

MBF, Friday, January 13, 2023

👀 WE SEE YOU, Vicci Read!

👀 WE SEE YOU, Vicci Read! This Master Brokers Forum member represented the buyers of this $12.6 million Ft. Lauderdale estate. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2023/01/09/mattress-giant-founder-sells-fort-lauderdale-manse-for-13m/...

MBF, Thursday, January 12, 2023

Rising interest rates should not hold back savvy South Florida buyers

🚨 𝙉𝙀𝙒 𝘾𝙊𝙇𝙐𝙈𝙉 𝘼𝙇𝙀𝙍𝙏 🚨 In this "Master Brokers Forum Viewpoint" (published exclusively on South Florida Agent magazine), MBF board member Ivory Cooks explains why rising interest rates should not hold back savvy South Florida buyers, and offers some “outside the box”...

MBF, Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Fat cats are buying up Miami’s 8-figure ‘bargain’ homes

“These numbers look big, but it’s actually crazy what you get for your money here. You look at the lack of state taxes, the weather, the nightlife and the restaurant scene, and it all makes sense.” (Article link below, featuring a listing from Master Brokers Forum member Elena Blun...

MBF, Tuesday, January 10, 2023

JOELLE OIKNINE JOINS MIAMI MBF BOARD

Join us in welcoming longtime Master Brokers Forum member Joelle Oiknine to the Miami MBF advisory board!...

MBF, Monday, January 9, 2023

Back to reality for Miami’s top residential brokers

CONGRATULATIONS to Master Brokers Forum members The Ashley Cusack Team, Liz Hogan, Dora Puig, Michael J. Martinez, Nelson Gonzalez, and Carole Smith on their extraordinary success, and being named to this prestigious annual ranking of top Miami residential teams! (Article link below.) https://therea...

MBF, Friday, January 6, 2023

Gold Coast MBF 2023 Kickoff

GOLD COAST MBF CHAPTER MEMBERS: Join us for a sunset kickoff of 2023 at the beautiful Sixth and Rio sales gallery, celebrating excellence and the new year! (All active Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum members have been emailed invitations, please check your inbox for RSVP instructions.)...

MBF, Thursday, January 5, 2023

Record prices for South Florida luxury residential could continue in 2023

"Based on the demand for luxury homes and condos as more people move here from high-tax states, (regular Master Brokers Forum panelist Ana Bozovic) expects values in the high end of the market to remain strong, and probably increase in most neighborhoods." (Article link below.) http://www.bi...

MBF, Wednesday, January 4, 2023

👀 WE SEE YOU, Tony Rodriguez-Tellaheche Jr.!

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the buyers in this $14.5 million Bay Point sale. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/12/30/hedge-funder-sells-waterfront-miami-home-for-15m/...

MBF, Tuesday, January 3, 2023

👀 WE SEE YOU, Jo-Ann Forster!

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller in this RECORD-BREAKING $10.3 million Pinecrest transaction. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/12/23/pinecrest-mansion-sells-for-record-10m/...

MBF, Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Florida Continues to Draw New Yorkers in High Numbers

"Traffic to MIAMI is primarily during winter. The New Yorkers flocking to MIAMI hail from areas that are wealthier than those going to Tampa, which has contributed to the success of luxury shopping hubs like the MIAMI Design District." http://www.globest.com/2022/12/21/florida-continues-to-d...

MBF, Thursday, December 22, 2022

Brightline Opens Aventura & Boca Raton Stations, Ticket Sales ‘Encouraging’

Another big GAME CHANGER for South Florida transportation! http://www.thenextmiami.com/brightline-opens-aventura-boca-raton-stations-ticket-sales-encouraging/...

MBF, Wednesday, December 21, 2022

Foreign investment returns to South Florida

𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝙎𝙊𝙐𝙏𝙃 𝙁𝙇𝙊𝙍𝙄𝘿𝘼 𝘽𝙐𝙔𝙀𝙍𝙎 𝙏𝙃𝙄𝙎 𝙔𝙀𝘼𝙍• 6.8 Billion in purchases 34% from 2021• 9,400 homes purchased 25%• Top Markets: Article (featuring insight from Master Brokers Forum member Dora Puig): https://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/12/15/f...

MBF, Friday, December 16, 2022

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Mauricio J. Barba presents this lovely full-floor sky home in Coral Gables. (In partnership with PROFILEmiami.) http://profilemiamire.com/miamirealestate/2022/12/14/master-brokers-forum-listing-check-out-this-full-floor-coral-gables-sky-home-asking-...

MBF, Thursday, December 15, 2022

Miami Ranked #2 Best City for Creatives

"With its famous Art Deco buildings, vibrant music scene, and one of the most diverse populations of any major metropolitan area, it's no wonder the Magic City is a top creative destination in the country. Home to international music shows like the Billboard Latin Music Awards and epic festi...

MBF, Wednesday, December 14, 2022

👀 WE SEE YOU, Christopher M. Wands and Jordan Millman!

These Master Brokers Forum members represented the buyers in two of last week's top ten Miami condo sales. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/12/13/surf-club-four-seasons-tops-miami-dades-weekly-condo-sales/...

MBF, Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Workers around the world say this is the best U.S. city for expats

"Expats in Miami say it’s very easy to settle in, adjust to local culture, find high-speed internet access at home, pay without having to get cash, and open a local bank account...85% of expats living in Miami are happy with their life in general." (Article link below.) http://www.cnbc...

MBF, Monday, December 12, 2022

Master Brokers Forum hosts annual meeting, gives Legacy Award to Donna Bloom

"The Miami Master Brokers Forum honored founding board member Donna Bloom with its Legacy Award during its annual meeting and holiday kickoff party at Bentley Residences. More than 70 members attended the event at the Dezer Development project’s sales gallery in Sunny Isles Beach." (Ar...

MBF, Friday, December 9, 2022

MIA On Track To Surpass 50 Million Passengers For The First Time Ever

⬆️ 5️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ ⬆️"Traffic continues to surge at Miami International Airport, putting it on track for its best year ever. The airport is on pace to surpass 50 million annual passengers for the first time in its history, according to an announcement today from Miami-Dade’s Avi...

MBF, Friday, December 9, 2022

"Master Broker Viewpoint" - Five tips for shifting 2022 sellers away from 2021 prices

🚨 𝙉𝙀𝙒 𝘾𝙊𝙇𝙐𝙈𝙉 𝘼𝙇𝙀𝙍𝙏 🚨 In this inaugural "Master Brokers Forum Viewpoint" (published exclusively on South Florida Agent magazine), board member Karen S. Matluck, P.A. shares five brilliant tips for setting realistic seller expectations in today's market. https://southflorid...

MBF, Thursday, December 8, 2022

Financial Experts - South Florida market attractive despite economic uncertainty

"I think MIAMI showed everybody that they are ... business-friendly, that the infrastructure is here, and they are open for business..." http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2022/12/07/south-florida-great-place-to-invest-experts-say.html?cx_testId=40&cx_testVariant=cx_2&cx_artPos=2#c...

MBF, Wednesday, December 7, 2022

U.S. Homebuyers Still Looking to Move to Sun Belt Areas, Especially Florida

"Sacramento, Las Vegas and MIAMI were the most popular destinations for Redfin customers looking to relocate...Half of the top 10 migration destinations are in FLORIDA." (Article link below.) https://www.worldpropertyjournal.com/real-estate-news/united-states/tampa-real-estate-news/real-esta...

MBF, Monday, December 5, 2022

WATCH - Highlights from MBF Holiday Kickoff Party at Bentley Residences

WATCH: Scenes from the Miami Master Brokers Forum's recent Holiday Kickoff Party, generously hosted by Bentley Residences Miami. Highlights include Donna Kern Bloom receiving the 2022 "Legacy Award", introductions of new members, comments from developer Gil Dezer, and much more! https://...

MBF, Friday, December 2, 2022

South Florida by the numbers - Art Basel at 20

We explore the many cool intersections between MIAMI ART WEEK and local real estate in this edition of “South Florida by the Numbers"; a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal. (Check out the interview with MBF members Ida Schwartz and Minette Schwartz!) https://lnkd.in/eiPXqQ...

MBF, Thursday, December 1, 2022

Gold Coast MBF November Board Meeting

HUGE thanks to our friends at Edition Residences Fort Lauderdale for generously hosting yesterday's wonderful Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum board meeting. Many exciting things in store for 2023 and beyond!...

MBF, Thursday, December 1, 2022

These are shaping up to be the best and worst luxury real estate markets for 2023

"Wealthy investors betting on luxury real estate would do best by putting their money in Dubai or MIAMI next year, according to a new report...MIAMI ranked second, with prices expected to increase 5%...MIAMI also remains a popular haven for the wealthy, given its low tax rates and growing number...

MBF, Tuesday, November 29, 2022

PROFILEmiami Insider's Guide to Miami Art Week 2022

"𝗠𝗜𝗔𝗠𝗜 𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 attracts millions of visitors from across the globe to Miami’s sunny beaches and luxurious enclaves for a celebration of art, design, fashion, style and culture. 𝗠𝗜𝗔𝗠𝗜 𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 brings together some of the world’s best artists, galleries, art co...

MBF, Monday, November 28, 2022

Consolation prize? Soccer pro Paul Pogba buying Miami condos

👀 WE SEE YOU, John Reza Parsiani P.A.! This Master Brokers Forum member represented the developer in this recent $4 million-plus sale of two Aria Reserve Miami units to soccer pro Paul Pogba. (See article below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/11/22/consolation-prize-soccer-pro-...

MBF, Friday, November 25, 2022

South Florida home prices keep rising by double digits, defying higher interest rates

"𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚’𝙨 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙖 𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙗𝙪𝙮𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨 𝙗𝙪𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚, undaunted by the price tags..." (Article link below.) http://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article...

MBF, Wednesday, November 23, 2022

👀 WE SEE YOU, Dora Puig, Tere Shelton Bernace, Christopher Zoller, and Edith Neuwahl!

These Master Brokers Forum members were all involved in last week's top ten Miami condo sales, a week in which "...volume and average price bounced back significantly." (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/11/22/fisher-island-unit-tops-miami-dades-week...

MBF, Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Tri-Rail makes strides toward downtown service

"...the direct connection will remove a number of cars from the perennially chock-a-blocked Interstate 95. 'Every time we get more train sets going into downtown Miami it frees up capacity on I-95...'" http://www.sun-sentinel.com/business/fl-bz-tri-rail-miami-central-progress-2022111...

MBF, Monday, November 21, 2022

Miami named one of the cities with the best real estate prospects in 2023

"𝙈𝙞𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙉𝙤. 7 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩. The city was...described as among the fastest-growing markets in the U.S. with “solid” economic performance and recovery." http://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2022/11/04/miami-nam...

MBF, Wednesday, November 16, 2022

WATCH - Highlights from MBF at Selene Oceanfront Residences

WATCH: Video highlights from this month's outstanding Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum discussion and dinner, generously hosted by Selene Oceanfront Residences. CEO panelists Margy Grant from Florida Realtors and Dionna Brahs Hall from Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors discussed "The...

MBF, Tuesday, November 15, 2022

“Miami is the last man standing” Marc Roberts weighs in with Robert Rivani on hospitality

"The pandemic-induced migration of hedge fund managers, financial services professionals, tech and cryptocurrency entrepreneurs and ultra-wealthy individuals has transformed Miami into the capitalist capital of the world." (Article link below.) http://therealdeal.com/miami/2022/11/11/miami-i...

MBF, Monday, November 14, 2022

Thank you Veterans!

Today and every day. Thank you Veterans!...

MBF, Friday, November 11, 2022

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