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December 12, 2013

‘It Takes a Village’ to Successfully Buy or Sell a Home

It takes more than a willing Buyer and Seller to close a real estate transaction, especially in today’s market where low inventory can produce stress and hasty decisions. It ‘takes a village’ of professionals who can work together harmoniously for the same goal. I’ve been very fortunate this year to […]
December 6, 2013

Art Week Shines in Miami! (and finally, so did the sun!)

  I dread the traffic but this weekend I’m headed to Miami Beach to enjoy Art Basel, AQUA, NADA (New Art Dealers Alliance – an incredible non-profit!), and the Brazil Art Fair.  The Perez Art Museum is No. 1 on my list, but now it’s part of our Miami culture […]
December 3, 2013

Condo For Rent In Coconut Grove $1,900/mo! 2715 Tigertail Avenue #510

  You will love coming home to this very cool, spacious one bedroom flat in the heart-of-Coconut Grove.  It was just renovated from top to bottom for an out-of-town owner, and never occupied.  Porcelain floors, state-of the-art kitchen, chic bathroom with glass tiled shower, elegant crown molding and baseboards, and new A/C […]
November 26, 2013

Just Sold by Valaree Byrne in Coconut Grove! Cloisters Unit #1137

List Price: $1,295,000 To learn more about South Miami, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay, contact Val Byrne with EWM Realty International or www.MiamiRealEstateWorks.com at email at [email protected] or by phone at 305-323-6231. Val Byrne – Working For You!
November 21, 2013

Why You Should Determine Your Insurance Rates During the Inspection Period!

I have seen some jubilant Buyers turn ashen-white when they learn what their insurance premiums are going to be.  In many of those instances the “insurance bomb” is dropped just a few days before closing – when there is no turning back.  This past week I have been working with […]
November 18, 2013

Recently Sold by Valaree Byrne in Pinecrest! 7700 SW 128th Street

List Price: $1,495,000 www.7700SW128.com We have many architectural styles in our diverse South Florida community, and “Classic Mediterranean” is and always will be a desirable part of our culture.  This beautiful, timeless Mediterranean residence sold very quickly (with back-up offers too!) to a lovely couple just starting a family. Congratulations!
November 11, 2013

Join Me At Living Alfresco’s Grand Opening Party This Thursday!

Betsy Fantis has moved her enchanting outdoor showroom to the former Gardner’s Market space in the heart of South Miami & High Pines.  The ever talented and effervescent “Bets” will celebrate the Grand Opening of Living Alfresco on Thursday, starting at 5pm, and would love you to come! Finally, a […]
November 6, 2013

Thinking About Remodeling? Houzz This!

With the tremendous upswing in the housing market and decline in inventory Buyers are purchasing properties that need more renovating than they were prepared for!  I’ve sold several homes in South Miami, Pinecrest, and Coconut Grove recently and my Buyers have the heebee geebees about updating bathrooms, remodeling kitchens, and adding swimming […]
November 4, 2013

Don’t Forget To Vote Tomorrow! The “Grove Bay” Proposal Is On The Ballot!

In a nutshell, the “Grove Bay” Proposal (aka The Harbour in Historical Coconut Grove) will sweep away the Chart House, Scotty’s Landing, and the Coconut Grove Exhibition Center.  In that vast space will be a Shula’s Steakhouse, an unnamed Peruvian restaurant, and an unnamed “open air” restaurant.  The developers (Grove Bay Investment Group) will […]