Adriana Pinto-Torres's (adrianasofirealty) Blog

DOUGLAS HANKS, dhanks@MiamiHerald.comFor about a year, so-called vulture funds have circled South Florida's besieged real-estate market, waiting for enough carnage to force deep discounts on large blocks of unsold condominiums. Some think last week's meltdown on Wall Street may herald the arrival...

Lease-to-buy options, an option to consider. This is not a new trend, but it is now gaining speed. Lease-options give renters the option to buy the property at the end of their lease. So, for those who are considering to purchase a home, but are not yet fully decided, this option allows renters t...

The South Florida Boat show turns 15 and it is just around the corner, just in time for Father's Day. It will be held from June 13-16 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. So, come make a splash, create some waves and embark on your dreams.

It is true that the market has changed. But, markets always change. This is intrinsic in any and all markets. It is also true that the glass-is-half-empty perspective always grabs bigger headlines and creates physocoligical repercussions that are often based more on hype and opinion than facts al...

Selling price is not really selling or marketing. One needs to sell value. Value is the intrinsic benefit of property ownership. Value is inherent any sales negotiation or transaction, no matter the industry, no matter the trade. If you must rely on price alone, you will be priced out from any deal

Overall, that depends on the individual. The question should be is this the right time for me to buy? However, in general, and weighing all the facts and circumstances, I believe this is a good time to buy. There are great opportunities out there. There is more room for negotiation. There is much...

Lately, many people have asked me what is a short sale. In a nutshell, a short sale is when a property is sold for a lower price or amount of the mortgage owed on it. Sure, a lender agrees on a lower term or payment settlement to expedite the sale. But, the process can be an arduous one and may t...

Hello from Miami Beach, hope you all are enjoying Memorial Day. Perhaps, you soon will be able to come to Miami Beach and enjoy the sizzling lifestyle. CHEERS!