When buying Miami real estate it is possible that you will come across a few properties that have been flipped. These types of property can be great deals for buyers who aren’t interested in putting a lot of work into a property and typically they are priced well to start.We like working with experienced flippers because they can make for a great transaction when it comes to the buyer side. Not only are they usually priced well, but real estate investors who do these types of projects are usually very business savvy and help to make the deal a successful one for the buyers.One important tip when buying a flipped property is to take your time and perform your due diligence. Miami Real Estate Tips for Buying a Flip (Not a Flop) Key Takeaways Perform thorough inspections. Be careful, dig d... 06/14/2016

Repriced! 1255 Pennsylvania Ave #111, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 is an entirely renovated gorgeous split-level condo located in the Historic Roosevelt in South Beach.This condo features hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, washer, dryer, central AC & heat, two floors, the bedrooms are upstairs, a large hidden storage area under the stairs. It is an open concept kitchen with new stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave and oven. The light throughout the unit is gorgeous, warm and inviting.Pets Welcome!This condo is within distance to everything in South Beach, blocks to the Beach and Lincoln Road. It is easy to show and is priced to sell!1255 Pennsylvania Ave #111, Miami Beach, Florida 33139Price: 348,000Address: 1255 Pennsylvania Ave #111, Miami Beach, Flo... 04/25/2016

When we are talking to potential sellers, pricing is typically the number one concern. Sellers are often tempted to overprice because they don’t want to leave any money on the table and they want to make sure they get the most money for their property.Afterall, who doesn’t want to “try” to get top dollar when selling?It’s totally understandable, and we get it. Plus we want to get you top dollar as that is one of our goals as your listing agent.Let’s start by considering who may want to preview your home & ultimately make an offer.The buyers.Typically, most buyers have a budget. They may also be preapproved with a lender for a budget.When buyers start shopping, they do so by their budget. When buyers hire agents, the agent also sets up the search criteria by the budget.Today’s consumer i... 03/22/2016

One of the most important jobs of listing a property is “the scheduling” and it’s important to be nice when scheduling showings.Scheduling is an essential part of a listing agent’s priorities to the seller. Not only is it the first impression set to anyone calling to see the property, but it’s also an excellent way to pave the way of building a nice camaraderie with the person interested in seeing the property. It’s also a good step in qualifying who is coming into the home.Scheduling sets a tone, and it’s a great way to get started on selling the home.If you are a seller doing your own scheduling, a quick tip of the trade is to “be nice”. Often you don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression.Here is a quick video that talks more about scheduling.Bottom Line Be Nice When S... 03/21/2016

One of the biggest questions new condo buyers ask is what do condo maintenance fees include? The most important thing to know when shopping for a condo in Miami Beach or the mainland is that there is no set standard for what maintenance fees include, rather each building sets their price.Generally speaking, maintenance fees are set by (1) the financial budget of the building and (2) the size of the unit.In Miami Beach, it is common that the monthly maintenance fees go by the square footage of the unit. So the larger the unit, the more expensive.I always tell new buyers never assume a fee is too expensive until you know which services and utilities are included in the fee.What do condo maintenance fees include? UtilitiesSome buildings include water, sewer, cable, Internet services and mo... 02/29/2016

Over the past several days we have been meeting with a lot of sellers. In today’s market, especially in Miami, there are a lot of Miami Beach Realtors. So what sets one agent apart from another? If you interview three, which one should you hire?You’ve decided to sell your Miami Beach home, and now the hard part comes, interviewing potential real estate agents to help you get your home sold.You need someone you trust enough to:1. Set the market value on possibly the largest asset (or one of) that your family owns.2. Create a marketing plan that will bring buyers to your home.3. Keep constant communication with you.4. Update you with the showings and any market changes.5. Set the schedule for the successful liquidation of that asset.6. Make a negotiation on your behalf with the buyer or b... 02/15/2016

If you want to sell your Miami Beach condo fast, everyone on your team must work together. There are some simple and practical steps you can take to achieve your goal, none of which have to cost you a lot of money and many of which can help you maximize the selling price of your home.One of the most important parts of selling your property fast is to understand the market. Often sellers want to overprice a little, with the idea that they can negotiate down. Unfortunately, when you do this, you cut off your target buying market which results in little to no showings. We also find that sellers tend to put a lot of weight on what’s on the market, “actives”. Although these properties and their pricing need to be considered, if they aren’t selling, they aren’t really good comps that I would ... 02/09/2016