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1208 Articles Found
MBF "EAsy breezy" Happy Hour!
Scenes from yesterday’s fun and relaxing “Easy Breezy” Happy Hour at The Federal in the Florida Panthers’ brand-new IcePlex. Master Brokers Forum members enjoyed each other’s company and a special visit from Stanley C. Panther!...
MBF, Friday, July 26, 2024
South Florida home sellers made more than 80% profit in Q2 2024
"That ranks the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area fifth among the Top 5 investment return leaders with populations of at least 1 million...IN CONTRAST, SOUTH FLORIDA'S PROFIT RETURNS WERE MUCH HIGHER THAN PLACES SUCH AS NEW YORK-NEWARK-NEW JERSEY CITY (63.2%) AND LOS ANGELES-L...
MBF, Thursday, July 25, 2024
Miami Condos Lure Rich Mexicans Who Want to Park Cash Overseas
"Miami has long been a refuge for Latin America’s wealthy in times of turmoil...More recently, South Florida has seen an influx of finance professionals since the start of the pandemic as firms sought out lower taxes and sunshine." (Featuring insight from Master Brokers Forum member Mi...
MBF, Thursday, July 25, 2024
South Florida by the numbers - Fireworks in July
We explore some recent big-ticket home sales from Coral Gables to Lighthouse Point to Palm Beach (some brokered by our own Master Brokers Forum members!) in this edition of “South Florida by the Numbers”; a MBF partnership with The Real Deal. (Article link below.)https://therealdeal.com/...
MBF, Thursday, July 25, 2024
City National Bank "Lunch and Loans" Meeting
Another fantastic Master Brokers Forum "Lunch and Loans" meeting yesterday! Thanks again to our friends at City National Bank of Florida for bringing our members together to meet each other, share best practices, and learn about the bank's impressive array of products and services.Connec...
MBF, Thursday, July 25, 2024
Miami surges in renter survey
2023 Rank: #25 ➡️ 2024 Rank: #10‼️"Miami took first place for local economy, with the highest number of new business applications over the last year and the third-highest income growth for renters." (Article link below.)https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2024/07/18/miami-surges-in-renter-...
MBF, Wednesday, July 24, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
Master Brokers Forum member Danielle M Bastarache PA presents this beautiful five bedroom/seven and one-half bath Upper East Side Miami residence with unobstructed bay views, perched upon a gentle rise at the end of a cul-de-sac spanning two lots totaling 27,000 square feet.Rarely available southeas...
MBF, Tuesday, July 23, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, SUSY DUNAND!
This Master Brokers Forum member is representing the seller of this beautiful Keystone Island home, New York Mets shortstop (and part-time musician) Jose Iglesias. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://www.realtor.com/news/celebrity-real-estate/jose-iglesias-selling-miami-home/...
MBF, Tuesday, July 23, 2024
MASTER BROKER INSIGHTS - Spencer Hennings on why some condo developers are holding off on making termination offers
MASTER BROKER INSIGHTS: From the recent Master Brokers Forum event hosted by Luminaire and AKAI Estates, former Florida condominium ombudsman Spencer Hennings explains why some condo developers are waiting to make termination offers. https://youtu.be/ZXhd5lIOTyI...
MBF, Monday, July 22, 2024
Millionaires Outpriced by Billionaires Flock to Florida’s Fort Lauderdale
"In Fort Lauderdale, before the pandemic, the most expensive home ever sold went for $17 million. 𝙏𝙊𝘿𝘼𝙔, 𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙀 𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙀𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏𝙀𝙀𝙉 𝙃𝙊𝙈𝙀𝙎 𝙇𝙄𝙎𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙈𝙊𝙍𝙀 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙉 𝙏𝙃𝘼𝙏...it’s becoming home to millionaires looking for less-expensive ways to park a superyac...
MBF, Monday, July 22, 2024
CNBC Ranks Florida’s Economy As The Best In U.S. In 2024
"The state added 240,000 new jobs last year, an increase of 2.5%, the report said. GDP increased 5% in 2023 to $1.28 trillion, among the fastest nationwide. New business applications grew even faster, up 9%." (Article link below.) http://www.thenextmiami.com/cnbc-ranks-floridas-economy-as-th...
MBF, Friday, July 19, 2024
MASTER BROKER INSIGHTS - Russell Jacobs on Condo Boards Going "Full Reserve"
MASTER BROKER INSIGHTS: From the recent Master Brokers Forum event hosted by Luminaire and AKAI Estates, condominium association attorney Russell Jacobs tells when Florida condo boards MUST go to "full reserves"...and how they can extend that deadline. http://youtu.be/P1jI8GhPH4g...
MBF, Friday, July 19, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Karla Abaunza, Elena Bluntzer, Levi Meyer, and Arno De Vos!
𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙧 Master Brokers Forum 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙠'𝙨 𝙏𝙊𝙋 𝙏𝙒𝙊 𝙈𝙞𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙤 𝙨𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍-𝙏𝙊-𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨! Sale #1 was an $11.8M Fisher Island residence with Karla representing the seller ...
MBF, Thursday, July 18, 2024
South Florida remains a top market for high-income households, real estate experts say
"Thanks to the migration of high-income households toward South Florida, Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties had a net income gain of about $8.6 billion between 2021 and 2022...Florida continued to lead the nation in terms of net income flow, (with a) net income increase of $36 billion....
MBF, Wednesday, July 17, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, SUE NELSON AND JOHN PUTZIG!
These Master Brokers Forum members represented the sellers in this $17.3M transaction; setting a record price for a waterfront residence in Lighthouse Point. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/07/11/mediavine-ceo-buys-lighthouse-point-florida-hom...
MBF, Tuesday, July 16, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, ANA TERESA RODRIGUEZ!
This Master Brokers Forum member brokered the $15.95M sale of this mansion; a record price for a home on a canal in Miami's Bay Point neighborhood. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/07/12/stifel-investment-manager-buys-miami-mansion.html...
MBF, Friday, July 12, 2024
Multifamily Investment Sales Heat Up in South Florida
"In the past two years, Miami has led the nation in rent growth, the report said, noting that the recent decline in rents would have been more pronounced if it had not been offset by "massive" housing demand in Florida." (Article link below.) http://www.globest.com/2024/07/03/multifa...
MBF, Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Celtics fly down to Miami day after winning NBA Finals in Boston
🤣😂 "...It is unclear why the Celtics are choosing to celebrate their latest title in Miami..." 🤣😂 (Article and news report link below.) http://www.wcvb.com/article/boston-celtics-celebrate-nba-championship-in-miami/61162406...
MBF, Friday, June 21, 2024
MBF-ONLY DASH DISCOUNT
Master Brokers Forum Members: Check your email for the MEMBERS ONLY promo code and take advantage of this special discount for DASH; a user-friendly market intelligence platform delivering sales and marketing content exclusive to new development projects - including unbranded agent materials and REA...
MBF, Thursday, June 20, 2024
Downtown Fort Lauderdale population, development on the rise
"...the downtown area's population increased 35.4% between 2020 and 2023 to 26,083 people. It's projected to rise another 28.1% between 2024 and 2028 – a much higher pace than the downtown areas of West Palm Beach (24.6%), Miami (18.9%), and Tampa (15%)..." (Article link below....
MBF, Wednesday, June 19, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Lisa Fox!
This Master Brokers Forum member has this extraordinary Coral Gables listing designed by Alfred Browning Parker, recently featured on Realtor.com. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.realtor.com/news/unique-homes/4-9m-midcentury-modern-gem-in-coral-gables-florida-quickly-grabs-attentio...
MBF, Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Honoring Juneteenth
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MBF, Wednesday, June 19, 2024
VIDEO - Miami MBF June 2024 Event Recap
WATCH: Scenes from last week's FABULOUS Miami Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion, generously hosted by Luminaire and AKAI Estates! https://youtu.be/ipRPxWzYohg...
MBF, Tuesday, June 18, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Tika Van Den Hurk invites you to indulge in beachside luxury with this fully-remodeled and furnished home just 1/8 mile from Hillsboro Shores. Built in 1980, remodeled in 2022, this four-bed/three-bath sanctuary offers high ceilings and a contempora...
MBF, Monday, June 17, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Sherri Pfefer presents this waterfront gem in heart of America's Venice! Pristine 2,590 square foot condo with dock and TideSlide mooring system for <35-foot boat and private rooftop terrace with unparalleled outdoor space. Foyer entry opens...
MBF, Friday, June 14, 2024
Miami MBF Hosted by Luminaire and AKAI Estates
A little rain 🤣 couldn't dampen the energy at last night's AMAZING Miami Master Brokers Forum event, generously hosted by Luminaire and AKAI Estates! A robust discussion on "The New Realities For Older Condos" was the centerpiece of a truly fabulous evening. Many thanks to our wonde...
MBF, Thursday, June 13, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum members Tere Shelton Bernace and Albert Gonzalez present this brand-new, transitional-style executive home within walking distance to Granada Golf Course, Coral Gables Country Club, Miracle Mile and Downtown Coral Gables. The house is on a double lot on a ...
MBF, Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Retail Asking Rents Trending Up in South Florida
"Robust tourism, including the return of international visitors, and consumer spending that is outpacing the national average are driving the market, with the demand for space outrunning the supply." (Article link below.) http://www.globest.com/2024/06/07/retail-asking-rents-trending-up-in-s...
MBF, Tuesday, June 11, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Grace Dieterich and Nancy Batchelor!
In this $17.25M 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝘽𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙪𝙢 "𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍" 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙡, Grace represented the sellers and Nancy represented the buyers. The transaction set a record for the highest price per square foot at the Ritz-Carlton Residences, Miami Beach. (Article link belo...
MBF, Monday, June 10, 2024
GO PANTHERS! 🐀🐀🐀
GO PANTHERS! 🐀🐀🐀...
MBF, Friday, June 7, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum members Eva Oliver & David Sporn present this Miami Beach residence right on the La Gorce Golf Course, offering amazing course views and incredible sunsets. As you enter, you'll be impressed with the open and spacious 3,086 square foot floor plan, whil...
MBF, Thursday, June 6, 2024
Property values rise nearly 9% in Broward County, for another year of growth
Jenni Morejon, president and CEO of (Ft. Lauderdale's) Downtown Development Authority, said the downtown area made up 20% of the city’s overall property value. In less than a decade, she said, the assessed value of downtown Fort Lauderdale has doubled, which results in new real estate taxe...
MBF, Wednesday, June 5, 2024
The Branded Towers of Miami
"It’s win-win-win: developers sell condos faster...Brands get licensing fees, a cut of sales, and a ton of free marketing. And buyers...get the assurance that a company they adore and trust has signed off on the design and finishes." (Featuring insight from Master Brokers Forum member ...
MBF, Monday, June 3, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Elaine Tatum presents the pinnacle of luxury beachfront living at Solemar. Residence 1404 epitomizes elegance and sophistication, offering a pristine three-bedroom plus den flow-through layout with sunrise and sunset terraces. Elegant fixtures and h...
MBF, Friday, May 31, 2024
South Florida by the numbers - Coral Gables
"The City Beautiful" has always been a top Miami location, but recent developments and phenomena have propelled it to even higher levels of international prestige. We explore Coral Gables' big moment in this edition of “South Florida by the numbers"; a Master Brokers Forum part...
MBF, Thursday, May 30, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Liz Hogan presents this exceptional opportunity to own “Casa Diva”, a rare vintage Mediterranean-styled villa and one of South Coconut Grove’s most unique properties. This ultra-private estate is situated on a 21,000 square foot lo...
MBF, Wednesday, May 29, 2024
South Florida home sales 'defy gravity' as cash remains king
𝙎𝙊𝙐𝙏𝙃 𝙁𝙇𝙊𝙍𝙄𝘿𝘼’𝙎 𝙃𝙊𝙐𝙎𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙈𝘼𝙍𝙆𝙀𝙏 𝘽𝙐𝘾𝙆𝙀𝘿 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙉𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇 𝙏𝙍𝙀𝙉𝘿 𝙄𝙉 𝘼𝙋𝙍𝙄𝙇, 𝙉𝙀𝙒 𝘿𝘼𝙏𝘼 𝙍𝙀𝙑𝙀𝘼𝙇𝙎. While sales of existing homes fell nationwide last month compared to March, they picked up in South Florida even as more homes and condos we...
MBF, Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Viceroy Hosts Miami MBF Board
Our great friends at Viceroy Brickell Residences hosted a fabulous Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting yesterday, with an amazing presentation led by MBF member Yanet Miranda De Castro! (With some Baccarat Residences Miami updates as well.) Many thanks to the entire team. ...
MBF, Friday, May 24, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Laurie Spector presents this exceptional three-bedroom (one used as den) waterfront condo in east Fort Lauderdale’s AQUALUNA, with a private 35-foot boat dock with tide slides, no fixed bridges to the ocean. Only eight units share an elevator ...
MBF, Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Miami ranks No. 4 in U.S. for new listings, No. 3 for months’ supply increase
"The market saw a 31.2% year-over-year jump in new inventory, which rose from 9,555 in April 2023 to 12,540 last month. This helped drive a 54% year-over-year jump in months’ supply, which rose from 2.5 months to 4.1 months." (Article link below.)https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2...
MBF, Tuesday, May 21, 2024
It’s the Family-Friendly Version of Miami—But Can Still Cost Millions to Live in Coral Gables
"As Miami saw a pandemic-era economic boom, with companies increasing their presences in the area and some mega residential real-estate buys around Miami Beach, families hunkered down in Coral Gables for its top-notch schools, proximity to office culture and walkable downtown." (Article link...
MBF, Tuesday, May 21, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Rose & Dean Sklar!
These Master Brokers Forum members have this beautiful Weston Hills Country Club listing. (Article link below.) http://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/mr-marlin-jeff-conine-is-selling-his-south-florida-home-for-4-4-million-69298824...
MBF, Monday, May 20, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Rose Harris presents this exceptional residence in the Palmetto Bay neighborhood; a 2017-built Florida modern-style home with luxurious four bedrooms and four and one-half baths. Italian stone and European oak floors, open concept living with volume...
MBF, Friday, May 17, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, KEVIN CREGO!
This Master Brokers Forum member represented the buyer of this $17.8M South Beach condominium. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/05/15/investment-manager-sells-miami-beach-condo.html...
MBF, Friday, May 17, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Jorge C. Perez!
This Master Brokers Forum member was recently named to the National Association of REALTORS® "30 Under 30" Class of 2024. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.nar.realtor/magazine/30-under-30/dynamic-and-driven-meet-the-2024-class-of-30-under-30...
MBF, Thursday, May 16, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, Nancy Batchelor and Liz Hogan!
These Master Brokers Forum members represented the seller in this $7.7 Miami Beach transaction. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://nypost.com/2024/05/14/real-estate/ximena-caminos-former-miami-...
MBF, Thursday, May 16, 2024
Pier Sixty Six Hosts MBF Board Meeting
Many thanks to our kind friends at Pier Sixty-Six Residences and One Sotheby's Development Division for hosting today's wonderful Master Brokers Forum board meeting! Stop by and learn about the extraordinary re-birth of this iconic Ft. Lauderdale development.https://piersixtysixresidences.co...
MBF, Wednesday, May 15, 2024
The Skyscraper-Filled Miami Neighborhood Where Housing Is Looking Up
"Move over South Beach, the money crowd is moving to Brickell. Miami’s financial district, transformed into a walkable community with Michelin-starred restaurants, sophisticated shops and ultra-luxurious condo towers, sometimes called the 'Wall Street of the South,' is becoming th...
MBF, Tuesday, May 14, 2024
👀 WE SEE YOU, SUE NELSON AND JOHN PUTZIG!
These Master Brokers Forum members represented the buyers in this $18.5M Hillsboro Beach transaction. (Article link below.) Congratulations! http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/05/10/executive-takes-loss-sale-hillsboro-beach-mansion.html...
MBF, Monday, May 13, 2024
MASTER BROKER LISTING
MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Laurie Ermer presents this majestic modern in the heart of Rio Vista! This custom multi-level home offers both an expansive open living space and a secluded outdoor area with saltwater pool, jacuzzi, and covered patio kitchen. The main level gatheri...
MBF, Friday, May 10, 2024
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