Sales of second homes, whether for investment or getaways, continue to surge, according to a report by the National Association of Realtors. Although they account for more than one-third of residential transactions, the purchase of a second home differs

Drawn to its luxurious waterfront properties, hot spot status and unparalleled cultural diversity, more international buyers are seeking property in Miami. What will it take to make these affluent clients yours? Having an understanding of their cultures and languages

In Miami, every agent strives to be a top producer. But in this ultra-competitive market, few can boast yearly sales of more than $40 million. Rising to those ranks takes perseverance, integrity and an ability to “work smarter.” Keep

The Mortgage Issue After several years of lax income documentation and fringe product debacles, the mortgage industry is putting its foot down when it comes to strengthening requirements for lending. Add to that a static interest rate, and 2007

Real estate is an industry that allows you to be as successful as you’re willing and driven to be. Miami is full of satisfied agents, whether that means an annual income of $70,000 or $7 million. Some agents want

Bigger isn’t always better, especially when it comes to development companies. But the competition among South Florida boutique development firms is increasing, forcing developers to think even further outside the box to maintain the level of production – and

As land constraints continue to pose a challenge to new construction in Miami and South Florida, developers and builders still set the pace when it comes to trends and advancements in the industry. And, while Miami remains near dead

Recent news reports of real estate agents being attacked while showing a property or hosting an open house alone and the availability of virtual tours and photo galleries online may have impacted the frequency and purpose of the traditional

Recent news reports of real estate agents being attacked while showing a property or hosting an open house alone and the availability of virtual tours and photo galleries online may have impacted the frequency and purpose of the traditional

Ever-changing contracts. Misread and misunderstood terms and conditions. Missed appointments. Unreturned phone calls. Incorrect product descriptions. Ask real estate agents or brokers about the sometimes unprofessional conduct – intentional or not – of their colleagues in the field, and

The term “rising stars” is a buzzword for a lot of industries. But most of the players in the real estate industry will argue that, with the fierce competitive nature of our business, coupled with a slew of smart,

From choosing a niche market and the right logo, to marketing property as a lifestyle, branding experts in the real estate profession advise agents to create their own specific identity—and then sell it, sell it, sell it. By Annie Vazquez Building a

Buoyed by the myriad sell-your-own-home Internet sites that offer sellers the chance to list their properties on the MLS for a nominal fee and save on Realtor commissions, the For Sale by Owner (FSBO) phenomenon is growing in the

Increasing your commissions by initiating 1031 exchange with clients can be as easy as taking candy from a baby. So why don’t more agents suggest it to their clients? Most just don’t understand it well enough, experts agree. Typically

Today’s luxury home market represents more than exclusive addresses and fancy swimming pools. It’s a highly specialized field requiring über-agents wholly available to their clients. Luxury homebuyers are often busy, no-nonsense, demanding individuals requiring a special touch. By K.K.

As the first green building is launched in Miami, a local developer and a green building pioneer discuss the benefits of undertaking environmentally sound building practices. By Sarah Douglas Want to qualify for green building status? It is going