Beautiful unit in the sky at most sought after Blue condominium, step from the Miami Design District and beaches. Watch the clouds go by and enjoy gorgeous Biscayne Bay views from this rarely used 2/2.5 split bedroom plan condo. Kitchen with granite counter tops. Full service bldg. with an array of amenities including 2 heated pools, BBQ area, fitness and business centers and more. Offered with 2 parking spaces.STUNNING VIEWS FROM THIS GLASS TOWER BUILDING ON BISCAYNE BAY. AMAZING SKYDECK WITH SWIMMING POOL, GYM, SPA GARDENS AND SUNDECK. 4,000 SQ.FT. ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, AMAZING LOBBY, GYM, BUSINESS CENTER, BBQ PATIO RESTAURANT AND WORLD CLASS SPA. WALKING DISTANCE TO MIDTOWN.Blue Condo-STUNNING VIEWS FROM THIS GLASS TOWER BUILDING ON BISCAYNE BAY. AMAZING SKYDECK WITH SWIMMING POOl. F... 03/25/2014

Sold Home in Miami ~ 10201 SW 90 Ave Miami FL 33176 by Patty Da Silva of Green Realty Properties       Uniquely designed, best waterfront lot in Galloway Glen.      Living Room Dramatic LR w/stone fireplace.     Den/Family/Great Room     Dining Room     Kitchen  Gorgeous kitchen w/exquisite river rock granite.     Interior Space/Layout: Breakfast area     Bedroom Master     Bath/Spa Master     Bedroom     Studio/Study/Office     Guest House/In-Law Suite: 2nd floor suite w/bath +2 large walk in closets             See similar homes for sale in Miami HERE.     Key Features:   1st wing: large master suite + office (is 5th BR.Can be converted.11X16) 2nd wing: 2BR/1Ba w/sleeping loft 3rd wing: huge suite on 2nd flr w/2 walk in closets.Ideal for in-laws. Upgraded Soaring ceilings 40KW Generat... 03/24/2014

If you live in New York following are 16 reasons why you must buy Miami real estate now. If you do not live in New York, read very closely, too! -Miami is a financial gateway to the Americas.-Lower taxes mean more cash in your pocket for what matters.-Like taking advantage of Miami's many luxury shops.-Homes are spacious and private, and set at prices that won't break a Wall Streeter's bank.-Plus, the weather basically looks like this all the time.-Speaking of yacht parties, Miami has the largest port in the world.-And the beaches are so great you can forget the Hamptons already.-If you aren't traveling by private yacht, there are three airports.-Miami-based investment conferences fill those airports with Wall Streeters all winter anyway.-No need to look for new restaurants to love eith... 03/19/2014

Stake your claim in one of the last available oceanfront parcels on Bal Harbour. Oceana Bal Harbour is a massive condominium scheduled for completion in 2016 that is sure to become an iconic part of the northern islands skyline. Each of two 27-story towers includes spacious floor plans with up to four bedrooms. The first few floors feature commanding views of either the ocean or the bay. Penthouses are available at the very top.Dine in the on-site restaurant, play a game of doubles at either of the lighted tennis courts, relax in the recreational pool or burn some calories in the lap pool. At the end of a stressful day or any day, take advantage of the full spa. Oceana Bal Harbour developers are building this magnificent property with the environment in mind. The building is LEED certif... 03/19/2014

Comprised of some of South Florida’s best Miami Beach Luxury Condos, Josh Stein Realtor has always led the way in providing the finest properties in this world-famous resort city. One of the many reasons we’re passionate about our work is because we know Miami Beach has much to offer for a great quality of life – in fact, it’s among the top ten places to live in the entire country! That’s according to a new study by Livability.com, the nation’s leading source on city rankings. The finding was based on a survey of residents conducted by a market research firm, in which respondents shared what they value most about their community, what amenities they prefer, and what they would look for in another city. Eight major factors were measured – the local economy, the quality and availability o... 03/18/2014

HEY HEY-Thanks Eileen Burns for pointing this out for me! I am very appreciative for my brief moment in the ACTIVE RAIN SPOTLIGHT!   Member Spotlight Marco Giancola, Realtor (305)608-1922, Miami Beach Florida (Majestic Properties) Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon's beach party movies first drew Marco to the beach way back when he was a little kid. He finds nothing better than to be able to live and work in a place that he loves so much. View Member 03/07/2014

Miami Real Estate Agent Careers Realty Empire is looking to expand in the Miami real estate market.  We are currently looking for a few talented Real Estate Agents to join our team. Our compensation plan is a great opportunity to get HIGH COMMISSION with NO DESK FEES. We specialize in residential sales and seek real estate agents to cover various areas in Miami-Dade and Southwest Broward.  OUR COMPENSATION PLAN * NO DESK FEES or MONTHLY FEES * Competitive Commission Splits PER TRANSACTION FEES   *  NO Transaction Coordinator Fee ADDITIONAL BENEFITS * Miami Realtors MLS Association Membership * Full agent support * Work From Anywhere * Training and Mentor Programs * IT support * Virtual Back Office Plus more... At Realty Empire our goal is to help you become the best real estate agent yo... 03/06/2014

One of the tallest buildings in South Beach, The Setai is a standard bearer for high-end Miami Beach condominiums. Residents of The Setai can experience the service of a five-star hotel as the building provides room service and 24-hour concierge. They can also sit back and enjoy full beachside service, including cabanas and daybeds. The fully updated kitchen and rich design provide for ultimate luxury within each unit. Alongside the teak cabinetry and black backsplash, designer lighting creates a striking atmosphere. The entire kitchen is sleek and functional with under-cabinet lighting and black granite countertops to accent the dark wooden cabinets. From the beautifully decorated lobby to the smallest detail of a single unit, the property radiates class. “I really love this property b... 02/28/2014

Yes folks besides having the Miami Boat show in town its the long weekend for the annual Coconut Grove Arts festival as well. In it's 51st year there are 380 juried artists exhibiting this year. Music and food galore are in abundance all along the Coconut Grove waterfront location. Be prepared for spectacular weather and great people watching as well. We have absolute clear skies and mid 70's for temps throughout the event which runs through Monday (Presidents day). 02/15/2014

If you are thinking of visiting South Florida on your next vacation, one of the best decisions you can make is to ditch the hotel and instead, look for a cheaper and more private alternative; a seasonal rental in a luxurious Miami condominum. There are many benefits you stand to reap by simply making this decision. For instance, when you rent your own place, you are likely to find it to be more private than a hotel. You also get a lot more freedom as well, which makes it the perfect place for people who need this when on holiday. Some of the groups of people who can benefit from this kind of accommodation include people on honeymoon and even people who are going on holiday with their families. Are Seasonal Rentals More Expensive than Hotels?One of the problems that many people have to c... 02/13/2014

One Thousand Museum is a high-end residential skyscraper currently in Pre-Construction that has garnered much anticipation due to its ultra-modern design and the award-winning name behind it. Zaha Hadid, the world-famous architect who created London’s Olympic Aquatic Center, created a unique futuristic design featuring a concrete “exoskeleton” exterior structure. The quirky design, likened to a spider, bug, and alien spaceship by some local bloggers, is intended to add more character and appeal to the city’s skyline.Hadid’s first skyscraper in the western hemisphere, the 61-story luxury tower will feature ample, customizable floor plans that offer beautiful city and water views, and will be situated in downtown Miami on Biscayne Boulevard, squeezed between the so-called Four Horsemen hi... 02/12/2014

Intelligent housing for the ultra religious.  With the condo boom in Miami in full swing comes a new and spiritual way to sell these ultra plush, high dollar buildings.  Starting in the $3 million dollar range, these condos offer a rooftop swimming pool over the ocean, bedrooms with two bathrooms each, kitchens with two of each appliance, and intelligent lighting and elevators.  Essentially the different electrical devices work on their own during the sabbath so that you do not have to touch any of them.  For instance, on Friday evenings your stove will kick on before the sabbath and stay on all day on Saturday for your cooking convenience.  Or, the elevator will automatically take you down when you step on.  Or, a light will switch on when you walk into a room.  These same condos will ... 02/10/2014

Homes for Sale in Belle Meade Island - Miami, FL Belle Meade is gated south of the village of Miami Shores that sits on Biscay Bay. Today I attended 3 open houses with a group of 7 associates from Keller Wiliams Realty Miami. These were 3 georgeous waterfront homes with no fixed bridges priced from $849,000 to $1,785,000. Click on the photos below to check all details about this listings and enjoy many more breathtaking photos: 4 Bed 3 Bath Pool & Spa 3 Bed 2 Bath 12,375 sqft Lot 4 Bed 3 Bath 3/2 + 1/1 in-Laws Suite $1,785,000 $1,395,000 $849,000   Looking for a home in Belle Meade? Interested in finding homes for sale in Belle Meade? Click that link to find all the currently available homes in this Miami neighborhood.    What's Going on Nearby Belle Meade? Find out about everything tha... 02/05/2014

151 at Biscayne Condo About 151 at Biscayne Condo Year Built: 2007Number of Floors: 25Number of units: 160Sq. Ft. range: 1,550-2,350 Sq.Ft.Beds: 2-3Baths: 2-3 151 at Biscayne Condo Amenities: - 24-hr Security- Covered Parking- Valet Parking- Concierge- Pool- Tennis Court- Gym- Club Room   151 at Biscayne Condo Description151 at Biscayne condo is a condominium located in the heart of North Miami. The 151 at Biscayne condo offers a wide variety of amenities such as pool, exercise facility, secured and covered parking. 151 at Biscayne Condo offers two and three bedroom units ranging in size from 1550 to 2350 square feet The 151 at Biscayne condo is a 25 story tower and has a total of 160 condo units and offers great views and floor plans to choose from. Within 15 minute drive from the 151 ... 01/30/2014

Palm trees frame the view of Miami Beach from Bayport Park in Miami, which is a perfect introduction to my blog today: Does Work Make You Sick? Here I am goofing around with the fish sculpture that only children 5 to 12 are allowed to touch or play on, reminds my husband. Ship docked at Bayport Park in Miami, you can see how windy it is! Even though temperatures were warm, in the upper 70s, people still wore jackets. Bayport Park is just a short stop off the Metro Mover to the brand new Jorge M. Perez Art Museum of Miami. Jorge donated $40 million to its construction. We were admitted free because they are not yet quite finished and were making last-minute touches but damn girl, don't you sit in that chair overlooking the bay because that belongs to the construction workers. They also ... 12/19/2013

It seems like everybody in Miami Beach speaks with a Spanish accent, even if they are not Spanish. There is a lot of gold and glitter and 6-inch heels everywhere. My husband says the highest percentage of young teenagers with anorexia probably is found in Miami. Around every corner are signs of construction. Condo city. I recall when in 4th grade my teacher predicted, to the shock of all of us sitting in class, we could not believe such a thing, he said when we grew up, people would not be living in single family homes anymore -- they would be stacked on top of each other in small apartment-sized housing units. In fact, it still sounds sort of hideous. My personal blog today is about Before Remodeling Your Home. Photo: South Beach by Elizabeth Weintraub 12/18/2013

Baby Boomers and the Housing Recovery, Are They One and the Same? It doesn't seem likely that many people associate one with the other, after all, baby boomers already bought their homes, had their families and are content with staying in one place to enjoy their retirement close to family and friends. However, various articles online and blog posts on Active Rain have gotten me thinking: What could possibly lead to baby boomers' eventually domination of the housing trend? Interestingly enough, the power of the baby boomer on real estate is not, by any means, a new thing. Back in February, an article was published warning agents not to ignore the baby boomer market.  Why? For one, baby boomers control 70% of all the wealth in this country, they represent half of all credit care use and ... 12/18/2013

When to Puff, When to Huff and When to Not I don't think it's an exact science, but there must be a method to the madness. The puffery madness I mean, which seems to take hold of some bloggers from time to time. It's not to say that you can't self-promote. I do. It's more about learning when to huff, when to puff, and when to not. Not every post has to be about a listing or what you can and can't do. Some can be. I firmly believe that. However, knowing how to balance your business posts with your personal posts is one of the keys to success. People like to read about other things besides how incredible your listing is or how successful you are. Some of my most successful posts have been the ones about other things besides my business and guess what? They've managed to help it. Why?...I'... 12/12/2013

Miami's skyline set to change forever. With the onset of the new Miami World City Center in downtown Miami comes a real estate production unlike any other in the United States.  Miami is converting its former downtown design district into a global design and fashion center featuring numerous public art museums, hotels, restaurants, condos, retail, and a convention center. The shear size of this place will overwhelm you as evidenced in this photo.                      As you can see, the American Airlines Arena sits directly across from the center and steps from the bay.  This next photo gives you an idea of the interior look. Want to learn more about it?  Read this article from the Miami Herald. http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/05/16/3401657/massive-new-convention-center.html If you like... 12/12/2013

Whether you’re shopping for a home or relaxing getaway, you’ll find nothing quite as resplendent and exquisite as the befittingly-situated St Regis Bal Harbour Resort and Residences. A private paradise perfect for connoisseurs of couture living, the St. Regis Bal Harbour rises above the shores of Florida’s Gold Coast on 600 feet of pristine beachfront further encompassed by 9 acres of rich gardens. The St Regis Bal Harbour represents the pinnacle of high-luxury resort-living consisting of all features indicative of the very best Miami has to offer. Arriving at the St. Regis Bal Harbour is like walking into a dream, one that quickly becomes reality as soon as you set foot in the stunning residences lobby. 268 expertly designed Miami Beach Condos are housed in three sparkling glass towers... 12/12/2013