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South Florida by the numbers - MLS mega-merger metrics

Local real estate just got a whole lot bigger, and more unified. In a blockbuster move, the Miami Association of Realtors and Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors are joining forces to create the largest local Realtor association in the world. We explore the math driving this massive matchup i...

MBF, Friday, May 1, 2026

Scenes from Miami Master Brokers April 2026 Dinner/Discussion

Scenes from last night's EXCEPTIONAL Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion on Miami's luxury real estate market, generously hosted by The St. Regis Residences, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami! Huge thanks to our member-panelists Ashley Cusack, Liz Hogan, Nancy Batchelor, and Dennis Carvajal (a...

MBF, Thursday, April 30, 2026

“Miami’s open for business”

"Billionaire Ken Griffin is bolstering the office space at his Brickell supertall that will serve as Citadel and Citadel Securities’ headquarters...Although the news comes amid a public kerfuffle between the billionaire and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the Brickell supertall office expan...

MBF, Wednesday, April 29, 2026

5 TOP UPGRADES TO SELL YOUR HOME FASTER

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MBF, Tuesday, April 28, 2026

🚨 MAJOR CONDO FINANCING NEWS 🚨

🚨Major condo financing changes are coming - and they will impact how deals get done. Here’s a quick breakdown:•⁠ ⁠Reserve requirements increasing to 15% (or follow a reserve study) — effective 1/4/27•⁠ ⁠Limited reviews eliminated — most transactions will require a full...

MBF, Monday, April 27, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, Dennis Carvajal!

This Master Brokers Forum board member represented the sellers in this $55 million Coral Gables deal; tying the record for a single-family home in that neighborhood, and just eight months after the sellers purchased the home for $34 million. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://therealdeal....

MBF, Friday, April 24, 2026

Miami MBF Board Meeting at ELLE Residences

Another amazing Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting this week, generously hosted by ELLE Residences! Learn more about this beautiful Edgewater project at https://elleresidencesmiami.com/...

MBF, Wednesday, April 22, 2026

MIAMI REALTORS and Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors (RWorld) ANNOUNCE MERGER

Effective May 11, 2026, the historic merger will set records for the largest, fastest, and most seamless merger in the history of the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). As a unified association now encompassing 93,000 members, it will be the largest local Realtor association in the world.The or...

MBF, Monday, April 20, 2026

5 Reasons Florida Real Estate Is Hot!

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MBF, Thursday, April 16, 2026

JOIN THE MASTER BROKERS!

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MBF, Wednesday, April 15, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, Dennis Carvajal and Dora Puig!

These Master Brokers Forum members represented the sellers in last week's top two most expensive signed contracts in Miami; an Old Cutler Bay estate on the market for $47M by Dennis and a Mansions of Fisher Island property on the market for $36M by Dora. (Article link below.) Congratulations!htt...

MBF, Tuesday, April 14, 2026

MEMORY MONDAY

MEMORY MONDAY: In honor of this past weekend's high-profile demolition, we bring you highlights from our beautiful Nov. 2024 event hosted by The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, featuring an amazing panel discussion with Master Brokers Forum members Dora Puig, Nelson Gonzalez, Farid Mouss...

MBF, Monday, April 13, 2026

City National Bank Loans for Canadian Nationals

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CANADIAN CLIENTS 🇨🇦Canadian Nationals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.If you have any Canadian clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential len...

MBF, Friday, April 10, 2026

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Sigal Dagan presents this three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath waterfront luxury condo with unobstructed ocean and Intracoastal views, located in Aventura - a five-star amenity building offering resort-style living minutes from beaches, fine dining,...

MBF, Thursday, April 9, 2026

Billions in Income Fled New York—So Why Are Many High Earners Still Renting in South Florida?

"South Florida didn’t just win the COVID-19 pandemic-era migration boom; it hit the jackpot. As money drained out of old strongholds like New York, the Sunshine State netted $20.65 billion in annual adjusted gross income from tax filers who moved between 2019 and 2023." (Article link b...

MBF, Wednesday, April 8, 2026

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Pamela Dimartino invites you to experience unparalleled oceanfront living at the Chateau On The Ocean; a turnkey private estate set within an exclusive enclave in Islamorada. Here, elevated coastal living reflects the sophistication of what has been...

MBF, Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Ken Griffin wants to reshape Miami

"He is adamant about one thing: THIS COULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED IN CHICAGO, OR NEW YORK, OR MAYBE ANYWHERE BUT HERE. Griffin’s tone grows rhapsodic as he describes how Miami authorities coordinated like a Navy SEALs team to fast-track his vision on Biscayne Bay. THE DYNAMIC IS WHAT GRIFFIN LA...

MBF, Monday, April 6, 2026

FLASHBACK FRIDAY

Re-live our fantastic May 2022 Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion on "MIAMI'S EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES: Events, Clubs, and Restaurants That Drive Luxury Real Estate", generously hosted by Five Park Miami Beach!https://youtu.be/oTudApZF_TM?si=mtHsg5tErQP2MUhG...

MBF, Friday, April 3, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, Jane Bark Barrellier, Tere Shelton Bernace, and Dennis Carvajal!

In this Master Brokers Forum "MEMBER TO MEMBER" DEAL, Jane and Tere co-listed this $17.95 million Coral Gables home, while Dennis represented the buyer. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2026/04/01/tech-exec-monie-sells-coral-gables-mansion-f...

MBF, Thursday, April 2, 2026

Here’s How Much L.A. and Silicon Valley High-Earners Could Save by Trading California for Miami

TAX SAVINGS: A Californian earning $500,000 could save more than $51,000 per year in state income taxes by moving from Los Angeles or San Francisco to Miami. PRICE GAP: In February, Miami’s median listing price was $499,999 - less than half of Los Angeles’ median and more than $400,000 ...

MBF, Wednesday, April 1, 2026

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Laurie Spector presents this brand-new oceanfront construction directly on the sand; an exceptional flow-through corner residence at Casamar by Arquitectonica.Private elevator entry opens to panoramic direct ocean and intracoastal views framed by 11...

MBF, Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Miami-Dade home sales up for a sixth straight month. Here’s what to know

🌴📊 MARKET MOMENTUM: Miami-Dade home sales ⬆️ nearly 10% year-over-year in February, marking six straight months of gains🏢 CONDO COMEBACK: Existing condo sales ⬆️ nearly 15%, with mid-market units between $400,000 and $500,000 ⬆️ 19%📈 PRICE PRESSURE: Median single-family home prices ⬆️ more than ...

MBF, Monday, March 30, 2026

WATCH - Gold Coast MBF at Sixth & Rio Video Recap

ICYMI: One more look at this month's beautiful Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion, hosted by our friends at Sixth and Rio! Guests enjoyed an exclusive water taxi tour of the project's construction site, a lively panel on South Florida's luxury real estate market, and t...

MBF, Friday, March 27, 2026

South Florida by the numbers - Behind the workforce housing surge

Miami is experiencing a massive wave of workforce and affordable housing development, driven by public-private partnerships, state incentives, and relentless demand from a growing population priced out of market-rate housing. We explore the housing pipeline for the region’s workforce in this e...

MBF, Thursday, March 26, 2026

I left NYC for Miami at 58. I retired early thanks to an unexpected saving.

We don’t hear enough of the real, personal stories behind the migration to South Florida.Here’s one: a New Yorker makes the move - and discovers the biggest financial benefit wasn’t what he expected!🔗 https://lnkd.in/eBbYfke3...

MBF, Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Greater Miami Area Housing Market Posts Solid Gains in February

MIAMI REAL ESTATE STAYS HOT 🔥🏝️Sales up 9.6% YoY - six straight months of growth.Single-family homes continue to lead...🏡 $685K median price (+4.6%)📈 154% appreciation over 10 yearsCondos are making a comeback...🏢 +14.7% in sales💰 +19.8% in dollar volumeAnd the foundation remains ROCK SOLID......

MBF, Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Pagani Residences Hosts Miami MBF Board Meeting

Grateful to our friends at Pagani Residences for hosting yesterday’s Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting at their stunning North Bay Village sales gallery! When a brand known for precision engineering and luxury performance enters real estate, you know it’s going to be a powerful ri...

MBF, Friday, March 20, 2026

Is Miami the Next Silicon Valley?

The city “is no longer just a pandemic era headline. It’s an ecosystem that’s maturing. The loud move-to-Miami hype has cooled into more of a steady reality.”...Whether they’re drawn by the sun-kissed lifestyle or the low taxes, high-end homebuyers are snapping up avail...

MBF, Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Miami's Irish ancestry far below national average

🍀 Happy St. Patrick's Day to the estimated 36,600 Miami residents with Irish ancestry - and to everyone else! (Article link below.)https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2026/03/17/miami-irish-ancestry-less-than-national-average...

MBF, Tuesday, March 17, 2026

MASTER BROKER LISTING

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Ivory Cooks invites you to experience Hollywood glamour in the heart of Coconut Grove! Discover modern luxury living in this stunning five-bedroom, five-bath residence, perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac within the exclusive guard-gated commun...

MBF, Monday, March 16, 2026

Long-Distance Moves Tick Up - Nearly 1 in 5 House Hunters Are Looking to Relocate

🌴 FLORIDA LEADS: Florida remained the No. 1 destination state for relocating homebuyers in Q4 2025 - more than the next two closest states COMBINED!🏙️ MIAMI MOMENTUM: Miami ranked No. 5 in the nation for net inbound migration.📍 TOP DESTINATIONS: Several Florida metros ranked among the most popula...

MBF, Friday, March 13, 2026

Scenes from Gold Coast MBF Dinner/Discussion at Sixth & Rio

Scenes from last night's wonderful Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion, generously hosted by Sixth and Rio! Guests enjoyed an exclusive water taxi tour of the project's construction site, a lively panel on South Florida's luxury real estate market, and the company of fe...

MBF, Thursday, March 12, 2026

City National Bank CPA Loans

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️CPAs can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.If you have any CPA clients looking for homes, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florid...

MBF, Wednesday, March 11, 2026

💸 NEW MIAMI BILLIONAIRE ALERT! 💸 Ex-Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz Pays $44 Million for Florida Penthouse

Howard Schultz, the billionaire former chairman and chief executive of Starbucks, has paid about $44 million for a penthouse at the Surf Club, Four Seasons Private Residences in Surfside. Schultz was represented by Miami Master Brokers Forum member Liz Hogan. (Wall Street Journal subscription-requir...

MBF, Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Real estate agents express optimism about Miami’s housing landscape amid billionaire boom

"South Florida has become the epicenter of wealthy individuals purchasing real estate, but the surge is transforming the area’s housing landscape...Agents said the area is experiencing a migration of wealth as low taxes and business-friendly policies are drawing billionaires and multi-mill...

MBF, Tuesday, March 10, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, MAILE AGUILA!

This Miami Master Brokers Forum member shares her story and (her secrets to South Florida real estate success) in this HousingWire profile. (Article link below.)https://www.housingwire.com/articles/miami-luxury-condo-broker-maile-aguila/...

MBF, Monday, March 9, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, Andres Asion!

This Miami Master Brokers Forum board member and his girlfriend (Univision TV host and journalist Michelle Galván) recently announced her pregnancy in this People en Español cover story. (Article link below.) Congratulations and Felicidades!https://peopleenespanol.com/michelle-galvan-embar...

MBF, Friday, March 6, 2026

Welcome New Board Members!

The Miami Master Brokers Forum proudly welcomes Dianne Regalado Kammerer and Jorge Fernandez to its advisory board! We congratulate these longtime members, thank them for their commitment, and look forward to their fresh perspectives....

MBF, Thursday, March 5, 2026

MEMBER TO MEMBER DEAL!

We love reporting Master Brokers Forum “member to member” deals! In this recent transaction, Juliana Savoia Real Estate brought the buyer for this beautiful Fernie Rodriguez luxury listing in High Pines. (Listing link with details below.) Congratulations!https://www.elliman.com/listing/...

MBF, Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The New Miami Gold Rush

"Masters of finance and tech are vying for parcels of land on the gated man-made islands facing Biscayne Bay, with unobstructed views of downtown Miami. With so few elite properties on the market...BUYERS ARE OFFERING WHATEVER SUM IT WILL TAKE to persuade a reluctant homeowner to part with their...

MBF, Tuesday, March 3, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, Ashley Cusack!

This Master Brokers Forum member has this extraordinary Coconut Grove listing; a 5,700-square-foot home with seven bedrooms, five bathrooms, one half-bathroom and a dock. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://therealdeal.com/miami/2026/02/27/ken-griffins-miami-neighbors-list-estate-for-110-m...

MBF, Monday, March 2, 2026

Mortgage rates fall below 6% for the first time since 2022

"This latest dip, its third decline in a row, brings it to its lowest level since Sept. 8, 2022, when it was 5.89%...as the annual spring home-buying season begins, it could encourage prospective home shoppers who can afford to buy at current rates to shop for a home..." (Article link below....

MBF, Friday, February 27, 2026

MASTER BROKER LISTING

Master Brokers Forum member Ana Collongette presents this unique home designed by John Weller, encompassing approximately 5,600 square feet of generously scaled interiors, commanding a privileged location within the prestigious gated community of Snapper Creek Oaks.Stunning living room with walls of...

MBF, Thursday, February 26, 2026

South Florida by the numbers - Tracking the “pull” of Magic City

The Miami migration story is not just about what people are leaving — it is about what they are moving TOWARD. We examine the powerful economic, lifestyle and policy forces attracting decision-makers and high-income earners to the Sunshine State in this edition of "South Florida by the Num...

MBF, Wednesday, February 25, 2026

CITY NATIONAL BANK ATTORNEY LOANS

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️ Attorneys can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida. If you have any Attorney clients looking for homes, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Ba...

MBF, Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Longtime Miami Realtors CEO to retire

The Master Brokers Forum salutes Miami Association of Realtors CEO Teresa Kinney on 33 years of extraordinary leadership. Her vision, strength, and unwavering commitment have shaped South Florida’s real estate landscape and elevated our industry to national and global prominence. 👏🫡 (Article...

MBF, Tuesday, February 24, 2026

👀 WE SEE YOU, JONATHAN BIGELMAN!

This Master Brokers Forum member went to contract on a Golden Beach property originally co-listed for $39 million; one of Miami's top two most expensive deals from last week. (Article link below.) Congratulations!https://therealdeal.com/miami/2026/02/23/two-miami-dade-homes-asking-39-million-fin...

MBF, Monday, February 23, 2026

Why Sports Fans Are Making Hallandale Beach Their Home Base

"Sports fans like Rojas are among the home buyers staking a claim in Hallandale Beach, a small, once-gritty city between Miami and Fort Lauderdale. As a new wave of luxury condominiums rises in the city, sports-lovers, athletes and investors are being drawn by the area’s proximity to major...

MBF, Monday, February 23, 2026

Greater Miami Home Sales Uptick as Luxury Demand and Cash Buyers Power Market

🏝️📈 MIAMI MARKET SNAPSHOT: Total sales 1,869 in January - up +1.2% YoY💎🚀 LUXURY ($1M+): Sales surged +21% YoY 🏡⬆️ SINGLE-FAMILY: Sales +2.8% YoY, median price $699,990 (+3.7%), price gains in 168 of last 170 months🏢➡️ CONDOS: Prices up in 163 of last 176 months💵✅ CASH BUYERS: 44% of all clos...

MBF, Friday, February 20, 2026

Florida Migration Plunges 93% in 3 Years—but Miami Still Pulls High-Income Job Movers

𝙁𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙙𝙖 𝙣𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙙. 𝙈𝙄𝘼𝙈𝙄 𝙐𝙋𝙂𝙍𝘼𝘿𝙀𝘿. 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙬𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙞𝙨𝙣’𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘 𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙘 — 𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙧 + 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 + 𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚.🧲 MIAMI IS A MAGNET FOR HIGH-INCOME, STRATEGIC, CAREER-DRIVEN RELOCATIONS💰📈 Typical out-of-...

MBF, Wednesday, February 18, 2026

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