Palmetto Bay

February 19, 2014

EWM #1 in Sales Over $1,000,000!

No one sold more properties over $1,000,000 in Miami-Dade County in 2013 than EWM Realty International.  EWM agents sold 420 single family homes and condominiums in that price range last year, and that was 26% more than our next closest competitor (who sold 334 properties in that same price range)! Releasing that information made […]
January 24, 2014

Are You An Unmarried Couple Thinking About Buying A Home?

I’ve worked with unmarried couples that decided to purchase and settle before marrying; and I’ve worked with couples that will not be marrying – not in the State of Florida, anyway.  The Miami Herald published a great article last week on this topic. If you are thinking about buying a home with […]
January 9, 2014

Recently Sold By Valaree Byrne in Palmetto Bay! 14720 SW 79 Avenue

List Price $610,00.00 This beautiful home is literally located in a park-like setting along the walking trails of Coral Reef Park. These “new-comers” to Miami will enjoy a fabulous neighborhood, world-class park, and one of Dade County’s finest elementary schools (Coral Reef Elementary).  What a great way to start the […]
January 8, 2014

MIAMI TODAY INTERVIEWS EWM’S NANCY BATCHELOR AND ME!

    Miami Today ended 2013 real estate news with a bang last week.  The December 31st issue recaps a very successful year for Dade County in the luxury real estate market (sales prices of $1,000,000 and up). Read the article for details but in summary nearly 1 in every 5 […]
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 […]
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 […]
June 20, 2013

Recently Sold By Valaree Byrne In Cutler Oaks! 7273 SW 146th Street Circle

List Price: $795,000 http://bit.ly/12Y1BLz Cutler Oaks has long been my favorite gated community in Palmetto Bay, and it was a pleasure to sell this sweet home. It was plain lucky that there was even a home available – there have only been 2 properties for sale in Cutler Oaks in […]
May 28, 2013

Are Your Patio And Pool Ready For Summer?

It is unofficially summer! School’s out, HEAT’S up (pun intended!), and don’t those outdoor patios in Frontgate, Grandinroad, Pottery Barn, & Restoration Hardware look divine? I renovated my pool and patio last year and enjoy them SO much more.     I just finished the Lease for a great outdoor […]