Setai unit On Miami Beach Setai Units 2306/2308 via RedfinA trust in the name of Donald Trump's sister, Maryanne Trump Barry, sold a duplex at the Setai for $7 million. The buyer is a company linked to the creators of the Jordache Jeans empire, and owners of the Versace Mansion. They purchased the hotel portion of the Setai last December for $90 million. The duplex sale covers two units - 2308 and 2306 - within the 38-floor luxury hotel and condominium where Lil Wayne owns the penthouse. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and had an asking price of $8.5 million. The Trumps paid $7.8 million for the duplex in 2013, leaving them with a loss of nearly $1 million. 12/29/2015

Every so often, I pull out a property that’s not necessarily a new listing but deserves a lot of attention. This week, it’s this penthouse at Sunset Harbour. If you’re not familiar with Sunset Harbour, it’s a Miami Beach condominium that was part of a wave of development on the west side of the island facing the Miami skyline. (Facing west, therefore: Sunset.) Built in 1998, it has 25 floors and 391 units. The most expensive unit in the building is TS-2/3. And that’s the unit I’d like to tell you about. OK, even though it’s the most pricey condo in Sunset Harbour, it’s still pretty affordable for the kind of space we’re looking at. The listing is for $8.39 million. But here’s what that includes: five bedrooms, five full bathrooms and one half bath. It’s 7,545 square feet, and every inch... 12/28/2015

Every so often, I pull out a property that’s not necessarily a new listing but deserves a lot of attention. This week, it’s this penthouse at Sunset Harbour. If you’re not familiar with Sunset Harbour, it’s a Miami Beach condominium that was part of a wave of development on the west side of the island facing the Miami skyline. (Facing west, therefore: Sunset.) Built in 1998, it has 25 floors and 391 units. The most expensive unit in the building is TS-2/3. And that’s the unit I’d like to tell you about.  OK, even though it’s the most pricey condo in Sunset Harbour, it’s still pretty affordable for the kind of space we’re looking at. The listing is for $8.39 million. But here’s what that includes: five bedrooms, five full bathrooms and one half bath. It’s 7,545 square feet, and every inc... 12/28/2015

What can Facebook do for you? According to a joint study released by Google and the National Association of Realtors, 2 of 3 people searching for a prospective real estate professional research them “extensively online before working with them”. And, that number is probably increasing every day.Are social media channels such as Facebook a good place to gather information about an agent before using them?If so, what should you look for in an agent?There is a plethora of information on any subject available on social media sites such as Facebook. A recent study by the Pew Research Center revealed that 63% of Americans now even get their news from Facebook (up from 47% in 2013). The fact is there are more and more people using and signing up on Facebook every day.It is no different for bot... 12/28/2015

Park Vintage 2/2 Art Deco for rent in the center of South Beach!721 14 PL #12/14 - Miami Beach - 2/2 - 740 Sq.Ft. - $2,300Beautiful Art Deco condo located in a gated complex, just across the street from Miami Beach's Flamingo Park. This renovated corner unit features wood floors, large gourmet kitchen w/ gas stove, bright open living room with lots of windows, three private  entrances and  a laundry room with full size washer and dryer plus sink. Unit has brand new impact resistant windows and new tropical landscaping will be planted shortly. Please note that access to the second bedroom is through the master.http://www.joshsteinrealtor.com/property/721-14-pl-1214-miami-beach-fl-33139-a2193783  12/28/2015

 Price Reduced to $549,000! Spectacular bay views from this on of a kind condo with almost 1,000 Sq.Ft. private garden. 1500 Bay Road #L40 - Miami Beach, FL 33139 - 2/1/1 – 996 Sq.Ft.Amazing opportunity to own a waterfront condo with its own private entrance and zen garden in the heart of South Beach. This fully-remodeled bay view 2 bedroom/1.5 bathroom has the convenience of a private home and the amenities of a full-service resort. Unbeatable location with direct access to Biscayne Bay (incl. boat slips), easy walk to Lincoln Rd and Whole Foods. Beautiful outdoor space ideal for entertaining, surrounded by lush gardens, makes this one of the most unique properties in Miami Beach. For more info please call me at 305-695-8257!  http://www.joshsteinrealtor.com/property/1500-bay-rd-l40s-m... 12/22/2015

321 OCEAN DRIVE MIAMI BEACH PENTHOUSE LISTED FOR $53M    There's a 321 Ocean Drive penthouse on the market asking a record breaking $53 million, at a eye-popping $7,794 per square foot. The owners, Boris and Elizabeth Jordan, purchased the ninth-floor unit six months ago for $20 million and are now seeking a $33 million profit "after seeing other Miami penthouses fetch big-ticket prices," according to the Wall Street Journal. Stay tuned to this one! 12/21/2015

  Local-famed restaurateurs Nick and Nadia Di Donato, owners of Cibo Wine Bar and three other Italian restaurants, are just about ready to list their gorgeous two-story waterfront property on Pinetree Drive in Miami Beach for $8.49 million. The 5,200-square-footer with Italian finishes is draped in glass and offers four bedrooms and five baths. It's the perfect blend of simple, modern, and elegant with Italian fixtures, exotic lighting, wood floors, and floating sinks throughout. There is also  the rooftop lounge and spa. The property sits on 13,000-plus square foot lot hits the market this week. If I only had the $$ it would not even hit the market. 12/19/2015

Miami Beach home prices are sometimes hard to justify for buyers and of course, most home sellers want to get as much as they can for their property. However, the price set might not be reflective of other comparable homes in the neighborhood. We are seeing this trend in neighborhoods with high demand. Sometimes this brings sellers to the point of being completely unrealistic and overpricing their homes with vast discrepancies between what has recently sold and what sellers want to sell their property for in today’s market.In neighborhoods with high demand, this leads buyers to start overbidding just to get a property, and if a buyer needs financing, this can create an issue once the property is under contract. As the seller, you need to be really careful about accepting the highest bid... 12/18/2015

 At 1011 Michigan Ave. in the heart of South Beach — and not far from my own apartment, incidentally — there’s an apartment for sale in a beautifully restored Art Deco building. Villa Lucca is the definition of affordable luxury. And unit #3 is its latest listing, coming in with its gorgeous hardwood floors and fancy appliances for a cool $345,000 (asking). For a one-bedroom in a quiet neighborhood on the Beach, that’s a heck of a good deal. Just check out the photos. You’ll see the light-colored floors, which I think are perfect because they don’t suck up too much of the bright Florida sun. Then there are the surprising touches of artistic flare, like the brightly painted orange interior doors. There’s also a deco fireplace and windows on two sides because it’s a corner unit. (Who does... 12/17/2015

When working with buyers we hear it over and over again, “What did the seller for the property?”It’s not a bad question, and it’s fine to ask, but honestly it’s just not always relevant. Some of our buyers get so caught up in not wanting the seller to make any money; they miss out on excellent deals.For instance, what if the seller purchased the property at a deep discount because they had to clear up permit and lien issues? What if a family member sold them the property cheap because they had a family issues?The price that a seller paid then is not entirely relevant to what a buyer may be willing to pay now. So you have to be careful if you are weighing heavy buyer decisions based on these factors.Jamey & Ognjen Explain More In Today’s VideoIn the end, today’s market is what matters.Th... 12/17/2015

             renderings courtesy of Terra Group/Eighty Seven ParkEighty Seven Park, the yet-to-be-built luxury North Beach condominium designed by Renzo Piano, released some new interior and exterior renderings and they certainly stun the eyes. The 68-unit tower comes to life in 2018 and has Million Dollar Listing's Fredrik Eklund among its buyers. It features party-ready amenities such as its Enoteca Bar, serving botanically-inspired drinks and wine in the lobby, and the Fugo Bar, offering patrons cocktails outside with the ocean ripping in the background. Eight blocks of pure park sit directly to the south.  Located at 87th St on Collins Ave Miami Beach just south of Bal Harbour. Stay tuned for more details as they are released.   12/16/2015

When you are selling a Miami Beach home, contingency planning is always essential. Once you receive a contract on your home, you will probably be relieved, happy, elated and ready to move on. The next day, reality usually sets in. When can you move out? How can you be sure the buyers will close? What if they cancel the contract?You will probably have many, many questions once you go under contract and sometimes it can be a little nervewracking. The key is to remain calm, list the contingencies out and take it step by step.In today’s video, Jamey & Ognjen talk more about Selling a Miami Beach Home & Contingency PlanningTips on How to make a mental checklist to get you closer to the closing table1. List out the contingencies.2. Some of the biggies are inspections, the appraisal, insurance... 12/15/2015

Miami Beach homes for sale encompass different types of options and price points. Many of our clients are growing out their condos and looking for additional space to live, so naturally they are interested in Miami Beach homes for sale. Although there is a lot of data online, it can be challenging to get a sound understanding of our local real estate market and why one property is priced so different from another.First, it is important to know that Miami Beach is an island of the mainland of Miami. Miami Beach also has mini islands and neighborhoods off the main island of Miami Beach. There are many different communities of Miami Beach and there are also many different types of homes. The position of the property will ultimately determine the final value and ultimately the final selling... 12/15/2015

528 Lakeview Drive  Miami Beach FL    The ultra-modern six-bedroom home for sale at 528 Lakeview Dr has been reduced by $2.4 million to its current asking price of $10.6 million, equaling a 18.5-percent price chop. It boasts large, open living spaces, lots of glass and sleek surfaces. It also is waterfront with a pool. It was originally listed last February for $13 million. 12/09/2015

  Miami Beach topped the list of most unequal cities for the second quarter in a row, with an average price of a luxury home costing $6.32 million, over 12 times the average price for the rest of Miami. While that may not be a surprise to many, what is somewhat startling is who came in second - Delray Beach. The coastal city just north of Boca Raton continues to show tremendous growth in the luxury market with an average sale price of $1.72 million, equating to an 11 percent year-over-year increase, the third largest spike in the country. As for nationwide trends, prices in the luxury market (priciest five percent) fell by 2.2 percent in the third quarter compared to last year. This marks the first decrease in price in the luxury market since the first quarter of 2012. 12/08/2015

540 W 31st Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33140, is conveniently located a few blocks from the 41st Street and South Beach. This home is a spacious four bedroom, three bathroom home located in Miami Beach’s Orchard Sub. This property features an open gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, newer Kitchen Aide fridge, separate ice maker, natural gas range, (3 ovens) 1 a double oven, 3 sinks, dishwasher, front loading washer/dryer. Security system w/ cameras including door/window/screen. Hurricane impact windows, tankless water heater, natural gas & newer AC.540 W 31st Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33140Previous Price: 1,310,000New Price: $999,999Address: 540 W 31st Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33140Beds: 4Baths: 3Living Area: 2060 Square feetMiami Beach real est... 12/08/2015

Disconnecting when selling a Miami Beach home is not always so easy. Homes are where we grow up, raise families, enjoy each other, feel safe and make special memories. When it comes time to sell a home, disconnecting and feeling exposed are something most of our sellers tell us hurts. But there are ways to get through the process and get your home sold quickly.In today’s video, Jamey & Ognjen talk more about how to disconnect when selling a Miami Beach home.Tips on How to Disconnect When Selling a Miami Beach Home1. Start removing personal items like pictures, medals, and other items that personalize the home.2. As the seller, you really shouldn’t be there during showings. We can give you notice so you have time to leave.3. Pricing and marketing aggressively will get a lot of buyers int... 12/07/2015

6770 Indian Creek Dr APT 5D, Miami Beach, FL 33141 is located in the Aquasol condominium in Miami Beach. This property is located on the water and is just blocks from the beach. Aquasol was originally an apartment complex and was turned into condominiums. One of the best things about this unit is that the building allows short term rentals three times per year. This huge 1300+ sqft. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium on Miami Beach. Move in ready, huge living room, lots of closets, walk-in closet, plenty of storage, washer/dryer, hurricane shutters, covered parking, and balcony. Amenities include gym, sauna, security and valet services. Walk to beach, grocery stores, shopping and dining. Can rent be rented 3 times per year. Priced to sell quickly!6770 Indian Creek Dr APT 5D, Miami Beach,... 12/07/2015

This is one snazzy rental!If you like the Miami modern style of architecture don't miss this opportunity.    2111 Lake Ave via Zillow With seven-bedrooms, 9.5-bathrooms, pool, this wall to wall marble masterpiece on gated Sunset Island hit the rental market in November. The cost to rent this magnificent home is $85,000 per month.  12/06/2015