She didn't really do it but the photo may suggest otherwise!     The real deal was Olga Simoncelli and I had a wonder lunch meet up in Midtown Miami on Wednsday. She fresh from the tennis courts and me from the gym met up for a delicious light lunch and a lot of catching up. Always an interesting time with one of my favorite Active Rainers!  12/08/2016

900 Biscayne located at 900 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 offers luxury services and amenities in the Park West section of Downtown Miami directly in front of Museum Park. View our full length video of 900 Biscayne floor plans or scroll down to view them individually. To view units for sale call 305-968-8397.Also visit the 900 Biscayne website for all available units for sale and rent.www.miamirealestateofficial.com/900-biscayne Floor Plans offered at 900 Biscyane: Flats Penthouses   Townhouses   12/07/2016

VIRTUAL REALITYat theCharter Club on the BayEdgewater, Miami  What do we really see here? A view of Miami Beach over Biscayne Bay? Julia Tuttle Causeway leading from the Design District area in Miami to Miami Beach? A reflection of the Charter Club pool area and clubhouse (the pilings are from a former marina that the condo association is trying to resurrect). Or is it just a happy sunworshipper enjoying Miami's friendly sunshine? The Charter Club is one of the oldest condominium communities in the Edgewater area or Miami. It's in a great, convenient location: 10 minutes from the, airport, withing walking distamce of art, shopping and super dining (just to give a few examples) AND it's affordable.  If you'd like to know more, give me a shout or email consultwitholga@gmail.com.  11/30/2016

For you English speakers that's Happy Thanksgiving in Spanish.  Sending greetings to ALL for a fun and healthy day to seriously give thanks for all we have. Let's enjoy the day however we choose and be HAPPY. Meanwhile it is too awesome outside not to be enjoying the pool right now. The turkey is on cruise control so I am out!  11/24/2016

Just Listed: An Upper Penthouse at Icon Brickell- Best Priced PH in Miami Enjoy amazing views from this Penthouse level residence at the Icon Brickell. Very spacious unit features 24-inch porcelain flooring, European style kitchen w/Sub-Zero, Wolf & Bosch appliances, spa-like bathroom w/shower, tub, washer/dryer in unit & terrace w/incredible views. 5-star amenities include full-service spa & fitness center, Olympic-size pool, hot tub, 24-hr valet & concierge. Enjoy living in one of the most exciting neighborhoods in Miami, steps away from the best restaurants, bars, shopping.465 Brickell Avenue PH-5704, Miami, FL 331311 Bedrooms/ 1 Baths, 726 Sq.Ft. Asking $425,000Click here for more information   Another New Listing: The Central in South Beach- Huge Private Rooftop Terrace Ultra-mode... 11/21/2016

Jimmie Johnson (41-year-old driver) captured his seventh Sprit Cup championship -- and his first in three years -- by winning the Ford EcoBoost 400 on Sunday at Homesstead-Miami Speedway. This is an historic moment for sure! Johnson joins Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt as a seven-time premier series champion, the most by any driver.  11/20/2016

ZAHA HADID LEAVES HER MARK ON MIAMI  Who is Zaha Hadid?  Below is a write up on Zaha Hadid from Wikipedia: Dame Zaha Mohammad Hadid, DBE (Arabic: زها حديد‎‎ Zahā Ḥadīd; 31 October 1950 – 31 March 2016) was an Iraqi-born British architect. She was the first woman to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize, in 2004.[1] She received the Stirling Prize in 2010 and 2011. In 2012, she was created a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire and in 2015 she became the first woman to be awarded the RIBA Gold Medal in her own right.[2]Hadid liberated architectural geometry[3] with the creation of highly expressive, sweeping fluid forms of multiple perspective points and fragmented geometry that evoke the chaos and flux of modern life.[4] A pioneer of parametricism, and an icon of neo-futu... 11/15/2016

As I stepped outdoors with my coffee and the dogs (pre-dawn) I was greeted by a cold blast. I was caught by surprise. I haven't been watching much local news so I missed the notice that a cold front was coming our way.After the sun came up I went back out and it was a bit more tolerable and as you see in the photo it will be a glorious day!   11/10/2016

When looking for Downtown Miami condos, many people feel overwhelmed on where to look, and how to find the right condo for them. Having an experienced and knowledgeable realtor is always helpful, as they know the ins and outs of the beautiful city and just where to look for gorgeous Downtown Miami condos for sale. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions potential home buyers ask their realtors at the start of their home buying search: Q: Is Downtown Miami just for young people and singles? Is it a good place to move my family?A:Downtown Miami is a melting pot of people, music, food and entertainment. It is great for busy professionals and young, singles, but there are most definitely neighborhoods that are made for mini vans, play dates, mom groups, and growing families. Coco... 11/10/2016

(MIAMI BEACH, FL) – October 26, 2016 – Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty proudly recognizes Miami Beach native Kenny Raymond for an outstanding year of sales success on his home turf.  Selling multi-million dollar homes and condos is all in a day’s work for Kenny, who was born and raised in Miami Beach and educated in Miami Beach public schools. As lead REALTOR® of The Raymond International Group, of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty,  Kenny and his team have  recently closed six real estate sales;  five of these properties were located in prestigious  Miami Beach  and one in the Brickell district of Miami, and most with a price tag over a million dollars. Closing real estate deals on Miami Beach is what Kenny is known for. He is intimately familiar with the ci... 10/26/2016

Just Listed! Penthouse 5407 at the Icon Brickell465 Brickell Ave PH5704, Miami, FL 33131 - 1/1, 726 Sq.Ft. $425,000 Enjoy amazing views from this Penthouse level residence at the Icon Brickell. Very spacious unit features 24-inch porcelain flooring, European style kitchen w/Sub-Zero, Wolf & Bosch appliances, spa-like bathroom w/shower, tub, washer/dryer in unit & terrace w/incredible views. 5-star amenities include full-service spa & fitness center, Olympic-size pool, hot tub, 24-hr valet & concierge. Enjoy living in one of the most exciting neighborhoods in Miami, steps away from the best restaurants, bars, shopping. For more info please call me at 786-332-1781!   http://www.joshsteinrealtor.com/detail/465-brickell-ave-5704-miami-fl-33131-a10151585     10/10/2016

Living in a hurricane zone means being able to cope with a storm when it comes. The media prepares us virtually step by step so there are no excuses. Everyone in south Florida and up the coast has this morning to finish any last minute preparations. Once it starts raining and the wind picks up it is not the time to be putting up shutters. Now we wait... 10/05/2016

In August 2016, Dade County set an all-time August record with 1,239 single-family home sales, eclipsing the previous record of 1,232 set in August of 1994. Last month’s sales total is an 8.7 percent increase from the 1,140 single-family homes sold a year ago. Total single-family dollar sales volume soared 16 percent to $569 million. Median prices jumped 14.5 percent to $300,000. Dade County home prices have risen for 57 consecutive months, a streak spanning nearly five years. Continue reading here 10/05/2016

Just saw this new list that was released by Wallethub on the top funnest cities in the USA. There were over 50 criteria metrics that were judged to determine ranking.  My city MIAMI came in @#3 which is awesome. Las Vegas was number one but we have the beach baby and that makes Miami #1 in my book!: For the full article (and it is VERY interesting!) go to this link: https://wallethub.com/edu/most-fun-cities-in-the-us/23455/Here is how it played out below.Top fun-list cities1.Las Vegas2.Orlando3.Miami4.New Orleans5.Salt Lake City6.Cincinnati7.Fort Lauderdale8.St. Louis, Mo.9.Atlanta10.Scottsdale, Ariz.11.Tampa12.Portland, Ore.13.Tempe, Ariz.14.Pittsburgh, Pa.15.San Francisco  09/26/2016

 If you were ever wondering what $50,000,000 would buy you here is one answer. A Camp Biscayne (Coconut Grove Miami) 7 bedroom minimalist waterfront estate.  With over 500 linear feet of waterfront over looking pristine Biscayne Bay.Imagine waking up like this ever day...........If you enjoy this style and are able to attain it please give me a call 09/23/2016

Miami is ripe for a riot.I don't say this lightly either.  But in light of recent riots around the country and the slow pushing out of Blacks in the inner city by greedy developers can only lead to one thing.  However, riots need a trigger and it's just a matter of time before some racist, corrupt cop kills another Black man in Miami this time.  In case you haven't heard this has happened before in the 1980s and it wasn't pretty.  The Liberty City and Overtown were in flames.  Sadly, nothing has changed for these people here.  These two areas remain largely the same today in terms of economic opportunity and development. Now, however, developers are slowly spilling into these two predominantly Black neighborhoods and buying up property so that they can continue their condo building spre... 09/22/2016

Commercial Real Estate Sector OutlookJM Padron, CCIM, MRICS September 1, 2016 The ULI Consensus Forecast anticipates continued commercial price appreciation and positive returns, but at more subdued and decelerating rates; above-average but lower rent growth rates in all property sectors; and better than average vacancy rates in all sectors, except for retail. Retail. Economists see retail as a bit of an exception in the broader industry forecast. Vacancies have been improving since peaking in 2011 at 13.1 percent and are expected to decline to 10.9 percent this year. However, those vacancies remain elevated, which is expected to produce below-average rent growth, according to ULI's forecast. Retail also remains a divided market. “Some of the best centers are full with great rent growth... 09/07/2016

Commercial 2016 World Symposium, Don't Procrastinate, Register Now!JM Padron Testimonial I have been attending most of these forums, with the exception or one or two due to the date conflicts with my international presentations. I started my training and coaching career thanks to the RE/MAX Commercial Symposium. Three years ago when I had the opportunity to meet Sergio Felgueres the Owner-Director of the Mexico Region, who was interested in putting together a commercial training program in Spanish. I went ahead and put it together including Sergio’s suggestions and recommendations and today We can say it has been a total success.Thanks to the RE/MAX Commercial Symposium and thanks Sergio.Additionally, I have made the best co-brokerage deals with some of the RE/MAX Commercial offices suc... 09/07/2016

Something big is happening at 1001 South Miami Avenue, and up until now, locals could only imagine what Brickell Flatiron, a 549-unit condo tower in the popular Brickell neighborhood, was going to bring to the Miami area. Now, new renderings show, in detail, just how contemporary and practically futuristic, this new addition is going to be.The construction of this magnificent 64 story building began officially earlier this month, and the plan is to have Brickell Flatiron complete by 2019. Although this may seem like a long time span, it is the precise attention to detail and paramount creativity by its designers that will make this incredible property the best in Miami. The creative geniuses behind Brickell Flatiron include Luis Revuelta, Italian designer Massimo Iosa Ghini, and artist ... 09/01/2016

Could you live in a tiny house?  I know I could.  And judging by the price of housing today and in America's  major cities I think a lot of others may be willing to settle.  A tiny house in San Francisco just recently sold for$400K. That has to tell you something about the state of housing there.  Actually, you have to earn six figures just to even think about buying a bone there, one of highest in the nation.  The South Florida area is almost as bad with one caveat, however.  I don't think the city of Miami or any other nearby for that matter will allow tiny houses in their neighborhoods. South Florida is not like the rest of the country when it comes to neighborhood designs.  Almost all of them are gated and have mandatory homeowners associations that would never go for this.  I canno... 08/25/2016