Coral Gables – Page 10 – Coral Gables and Miami Real Estate

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 […]

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 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 […]

October 30, 2013

Just Listed by Val Byrne in Ponce-Davis Area! 7830 SW 48th Court

This elegant and understated home in Ponce/Davis Estates is ideal for the Buyer who wants a more affordable, low maintenance residence in a multi-million dollar neighborhood. It’s a wonderful home for large family or for empty nesters. Quality appointments include impact-resistant glass, an elevator, stone floors, crown molding, and a […]

October 21, 2013

Will You Vote For The “Grove Bay” Proposal On November 5th?

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 […]

August 23, 2013

Do You Know The 6 Real Estate Pitfalls?

Fox News had an article last week that every Seller or soon-to-be Seller should read. Adam Verwymeren lists 6 pitfalls which will hinder a sale, and I ditto them!!! 1. The Price Isn’t Right We are not seeing a lot of over-priced properties in South Miami/High Pines, the Ponce Estates […]

August 9, 2013

Why “Selling” Miami Is So Easy

I gave a 5-hour “community tour” last week to a physician who is considering a position in Miami. ‘Community tour’ is a relative term with me because you pretty much see the town through my eyes, and I am biased – I love Miami. From an airport area hotel we […]

June 28, 2013

Supermoon at Matheson Hammock!

[space]I went to Matheson Hammock Sunday night to see ‘Supermoon’ 2013 and found myself at a spontaneous full moon party in the parking lot. The kiteboarders were surfing, the Red Fish Grill patrons were coming and going, and boaters were still floating in the Bay awaiting the biggest moon of the year. I […]