Scenes from last night's FANTASTIC Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion on "LUXURY ASCENDANT: How the High-End is Driving Miami Real Estate", beautifully hosted by Swire Properties and The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami! Many thanks to our amazing hosts and extraordinary panelists Maile Aguila, Dora Puig, Nelson Gonzalez, and Farid Moussallem (and moderator, Andres Asion.)

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Help your clients secure flexible, customized financing for their condominium development projects with Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker and the City National Bank of Florida team.

📞 Contact Rich today at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to learn more and give your clients the edge they need in today's competitive market!

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Another week, another list of top 10 Miami condo sales full of Master Brokers Forum members...congratulations to all of you! (Article link below.)

#3: ROBERTA INGLETTO and Gio Ingletto

#6: Nancy Batchelor and Michelle Shurtleff

#9 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇: Karen S. Matluck, P.A. 🤝 Sigal Dagan

http://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/11/19/miami-dade-weekly-condo-report/

👍 Another week of top ten Miami condo sales TOTALLY DOMINATED by Master Brokers Forum members! Congratulations to all of you! (Article link below.)
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/11/12/miami-dade-county-weekly-condo-report-39/

#1 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇: Paola M. Garcia-Carrillo 🤝 Michael Light

#5 Carole Smith and Cristina Formosa

#8 Mauricio J. Barba

#9 Adam Levy and Chris Crystal

#10 Jill Penman

Another enlightening and productive Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting, generously hosted by our amazing friends at Continuum Miami! Learn more about this beautiful project at https://continuummiami.com/.

This Master Brokers Forum member won the South Florida Agent magazine 2024 "Agents' Choice" Award for Charitable Service! (Article link below.)

https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2024/11/11/charitable-service-nancy-batchelor-compass/

𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙒𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙐𝙧𝙗𝙖𝙣 𝙇𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙚'𝙨 "𝙀𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚" 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩:

MIAMI - “The steady demand drives up rents and property values and offers investors attractive rental yields around 5% to 7% with potential appreciation near 6% to 8% in sought-after neighborhoods"

FT. LAUDERDALE - An “18-hour city” that can compete against larger metros because of its relative affordability. (Article link below.)
https://nypost.com/2024/11/06/real-estate/the-5-housing-markets-to-watch-in-2025-especially-if-youre-an-investor/

Some common-sense perspectives on a critical issue the Master Brokers Forum has been exploring all year.
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article295075669.html

🤝 We love reporting Master Brokers Forum “𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍” sales! In this $6M Fort Lauderdale transaction, Maureen Rotella and Ron Lennen represented the sellers and Beatriz "BJ" Martinez-Prillaman represented the buyers. Congratulations!

“People used to want to retire here or have a second home, but it’s not the Golden Girls’ Miami anymore, South Florida is a real place for business people to live,” one high profile source in business said. “After the [financial] crash in 2008, there wasn’t industry here. Now we have banks and jobs to rival some of the biggest tri-county areas.” (Article link below.)
https://nypost.com/2024/11/09/us-news/south-florida-is-now-the-political-business-and-celeb-capital-of-the-us/

💪 Last week's top ten Broward County condo sales list was DOMINATED by Master Brokers Forum members...congratulations to all of you!

#2 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇: Liz Caldwell 🤝 Jim Cunningham

#3 Beau Beckett

#7 Susan Nelson/John Putzig

#9 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇: Tim Singer 🤝 Daniela Melaniti

Article link: https://lnkd.in/eZcXc7BZ

“𝙄 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙬𝙚’𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧, 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙙, 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙣𝙤𝙬. 𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚, 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚,” 𝙨𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙖𝙞𝙙, 𝙙𝙧𝙖𝙬𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙪𝙨𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙤𝙬𝙙. See this and more brilliant insights from Master Brokers Forum board member Alicia Cervera.
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/11/07/branded-condo-boom-takes-off-in-south-florida/

Master Brokers Forum Members: Check your email from this past week for details about an EXCLUSIVE 20% discount on South Florida Agent Magazine's "Who's Who in South Florida" agent profiles! (Write to us at info@masterbrokersforum.com if you missed it.)
https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/whos-who/2024/

🤝 We love reporting Master Brokers Forum “𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍” sales! In this $9.5M off-market Old Cutler Bay transaction, Dennis Carvajal reached out to fellow member Ashley Cusack (realizing that she knew the homeowners), and they negotiated an amazing deal.

Dennis: “Ashley and I have done several off-market deals together and have a great relationship.”

Ashley: “I always love working with Dennis!!”

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR UK NATIONAL CLIENTS 🇬🇧

UK Nationals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any UK national clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

Congratulations to Master Brokers Forum members Vivian Galego-Mendez and Nancy Batchelor for earning the votes to be named Finalists in the 2024 South Florida Agent Magazine "Agents' Choice" Awards! (Article link below.) Good luck to you both!
https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2024/11/04/2024-south-florida-agents-choice-awards-finalists/

WATCH: Highlights from last month's incredible Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion on "The New Realities of Older Condos", generously hosted by our friends at City National Bank of Florida!
http://youtu.be/W36KyYmb6Jo?si=EU5tRuQEDuICjTJ9

Featuring insights from Master Brokers Forum members Nancy Batchelor, Michael J. Martinez, Eloy Carmenate, and Dora Puig. (Article link below.)

https://therealdeal.com/magazine/november-2024/miami-hustle-top-agents-lean-into-challenging-market/

These Master Brokers Forum members represented clients in two of last week's ten most expensive Broward condo sales. (Article link below.) Congratulations!

https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/31/broward-county-weekly-condo-report-6/

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 🎃 We explore the spooky and supernatural mysteries behind some of Miami's most iconic homes and hotels in this haunted edition of “South Florida by the numbers”; a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal. (Article link below.)
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/30/south-florida-by-the-numbers-real-haunted-houses-of-miami/

This Master Brokers Forum member has this beautiful $54M listing - the only one currently on the market on Miami's Star Island. (Article link below.)
https://www.realtor.com/news/celebrity-real-estate/rosie-odonnell-mansion-miami-star-island-sale/

Master Brokers Forum member Jessica Adams presents this tropical paradise located in the exclusive Ye Little Wood gated enclave in Coconut Grove. This masterpiece of modern Miami luxury, designed by Roney Mateu, is an award-winning 5,825 adj. square foot, one-story home built in 2012 and situated masterfully on a 16,575 square foot lot. The home features four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, European kitchen, baths and closet systems, dual walk-in closets in primary suite, ensuite bedrooms and a detached one-bedroom/one-bathroom plus office guesthouse.

Indulge in ultimate outdoor living with deep covered patios with summer kitchen, lap pool with sun ledge and spa. Featuring 17-foot ceilings in main living areas, impact glass, two-car garage and min to the Village center. The adjacent vacant lot is a companion listing (MLS: A11601146) with an additional 15,941 square feet and can be sold together or separately.

3891 Little Avenue in Coconut Grove is currently listed for $11,000,000 by Jessica Adams, who can be reached at (305) 877-0212 and/or jessica.adams@elliman.com

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Miami-mls-listing/A11601096.htm

There's just nothing like The Rider Residences in all of South Florida. Many thanks to the entire team for hosting yesterday's fun and productive Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting at The Rider's amazing Wynwood sales gallery. Everyone needs to go check it out!

These Master Brokers Forum members represented clients in four of last week's most expensive Broward County condo sales. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
http://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/24/broward-county-weekly-condo-report-5/

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️

City National Bank of Florida understands that building a dream home should not be a nightmare.

If you have any clients planning to build their dream home, introduce them to the special home loan programs that simplify construction financing for residential properties.

If you have any interested clients, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com.

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller of this $23M Miami Beach home. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/miami-beach-home-of-continental-national-bank-founders-sells-for-23m-5d5f8ecb?mod=top_markets_miami

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the buyer in one of Broward's most expensive condo sales last week. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/18/broward-county-weekly-condo-report-4/

"...South Florida continues to attract luxury buyers to its sunny shores...Most of the region’s priciest enclaves saw home sales and prices rise in the third quarter compared to the same period last year..." (Article link below.)
https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/slowed-but-steady-south-floridas-luxury-home-market-is-still-a-magnet-for-wealthy-buyers-5edb5aa5?mod=top_markets_miami

Master Brokers Forum member Francisco Garcia presents this sophisticated contemporary masterpiece, a blend of art and modern architecture. Water, fire, stone, wood, glass and metal elements blend together, creating an unparalleled standard of living. Highly sought-after south side of Las Olas Isles on 100 feet of premium deep draft waterfront. Quick ocean access with no fixed bridges.

Generous floor plan with living and dining space, perfect for indoor and outdoor entrainment. Fireplace, bar and glass-enclosed wine cellar. Resort-style pool, office, generous-sized bedrooms, in-law suite, huge primary baths and closet. Control 4 home automation system, 16 cameras, four-car garage with two electric charges, automated mosquito control system, gated and secured. minutes to Fort Lauderdale airport, world-famous Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Isles shopping and restaurants.

615 Royal Plaza Drive in Fort Lauderdale is currently listed for $9,495,000 by Francisco Garcia, who can be reached at 561-722-8905 and/or francisco.garcia@engelvoelkers.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Fort-Lauderdale-mls-listing/F10430641.htm

These Master Brokers represented clients in three of last week’s top ten most expensive Miami condo sales...congratulations!

#3 Juliana Tobon

#7 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝙏𝙊 𝙈𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 𝘿𝙀𝘼𝙇: Maggie Muñoz 🤝 Michael Light

#9 Bill Hahne

Article link: https://lnkd.in/ebjPSDBT

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller in this record-breaking $72.3 million transaction on Miami Beach's North Bay Road. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/15/david-victoria-beckham-buy-waterfront-miami-beach-mansion/

"The housing market heat index uses engagement on Zillow’s active home listings, the share of listings with a price cut and the share of for-sale listings going pending in 21 days to calculate the heat of the housing market both nationally and in individual communities." (Article link below.)
https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2024/10/14/south-florida-is-strong-buyers-market/

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Presented by Master Brokers Forum member Maggie Munoz.

Una’s 135 luxury residences set the standard for Brickell waterfront living with visionary design, inviting gardens and unrivaled views across Biscayne Bay. The 47-story iconic tower is recognizable by the smooth, light metallic surface and striking silhouette that recalls the shape of a wave. 2–5-bedroom residences feature 11-foot floor-to-ceiling glass and expansive terraces as well as an array of amenities including three pools, a spa and gym elegantly envisioned by the chairman of Aman. With easy access to Coconut Grove, Downtown, Brickell, Miami and the beaches of Key Biscayne, Una is exemplar for Miami living.

175 SE 25 Road, Unit 4002 in Miami is currently listed for $9,900,000 by Maggie Munoz, who can be reached at 305-582-0500 and/or maggie@maggiemunoz.com.

https://www.mbfmiami.com/Miami-mls-listing/A11538169.htm

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️

Medical Professionals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any medical professional clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

These Master Brokers Forum members represented clients among the top ten most expensive Miami condo sales last week. (#1 and #3 respectively; article link below.) Congratulations!

https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/10/09/miami-dade-county-weekly-condo-report-35/

This Master Brokers Forum board member represented both sides of this $15.59M transaction. (Article link below.) Congratulations!

https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/10/07/miami-beach-ceo-buys-oceanfront-mansion-palm-beach.html

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the buyers in this $3.9 transaction, just outside of Coral Gables. (Article link below.) Congratulations!

https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2024/10/07/related-chief-nick-perez-sells-coral-gables-home.html

Featuring insight from Master Brokers Forum member Bobbi Ocean and panelist Greg Batista, PE, SI, CGC. (Article link below.)

https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2024/10/05/old-condo-tower-on-pricey-land-knockdowns-might-be-next-development-wave-experts-say/

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Geane Brito presents this chic, recently updated Silver Bluff residence where Tulum-style cool meets Miami modern. Minutes from Brickell and Coconut Grove, near excellent schools and transit options. Interiors feature wide-plank white oak floors, designer finishes, and ample natural light.

Spacious living and dining areas boast dramatic vaulted ceilings and island kitchen with marble counters and new appliances. A cozy breakfast nook and serene den offer quiet retreats. The primary bedroom with luxurious en-suite bath ensures privacy. Outdoor living shines with a heated saltwater pool, large grilling station and comfortable shaded area for lounging or dining. Seamlessly blending indoor-outdoor living, this tastefully renovated home offers a perfect balance of style, comfort, and convenience in a superb location.

2342 SW 25th Terrace is currently listed for $2,100,000 by Geane Brito, who can be reached at 917.653.6429 and/or geane.brito@compass.com

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Miami-mls-listing/A11656275.htm

South Florida’s luxury real estate market is soaring across the region. Is this just a lingering offshoot of the pandemic phenomenon or a “new normal” we should get used to? We explore the latest luxury real estate trends in this edition of “South Florida by the numbers;” a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal. (Article link below.)

https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/09/30/south-florida-by-the-numbers-luxury-looms-large/

"Based on historical trends, the first week in October might see up to 37% more active listings than at the start of the year. Buyers are poised to save over $14,000 during this week compared with the summer peak for a median-priced home of $445,000. Buying after the peak week might net a buyer more savings, but buying earlier is likely to mean more fresh options." (Article link below.)
https://www.realtor.com/research/best-time-to-buy-2024/

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller in last week's NUMBER ONE most expensive condo sale in Broward County; a $1.4M residence at the Beach Club II. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/09/26/broward-county-weekly-condo-report/

𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘!

The Florida Realtors Disaster Relief Fund assists Realtors and their employees (as well as local associations and staff) who experience damage to their homes or offices caused by natural disasters. 𝘾𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙗𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙃𝙪𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙚.
http://www.floridarealtors.org/about/charities/disaster-relief-fund

This Master Brokers Forum member was recently named the 2024 Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors® Young Professional REALTOR of the Year. Congratulations!!

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Claudia Fernandez Realtor presents this never-lived-in, professionally designed penthouse; a masterpiece of luxury and sophistication. At its heart, a suspended natural rock crystal chandelier by Timothy Oulton sets the tone for elegance. The walls, finished in American clay, naturally regulate humidity, while the ceilings boast suspended slat wood and smart Radio RA3 lighting.

Every detail is bespoke, from the state-of-the-art Anima Domus custom bed to the smart steam aromatherapy shower. The penthouse also features a stunning Philipp Jeffries mural, onyx sconces, and incredible custom cabinetry throughout, maximizing space and style.

1300 South Miami Avenue, Unit UPH6 is currently listed for $2,000,000 by Claudia Fernandez, who can be reached at 305.733.1769 and/or Cfernandez@onesothebysrealty.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Miami-mls-listing/A11655045.htm

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CHILEAN CLIENTS 🇨🇱 ‼️

Chilean Nationals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any Chilean clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

These Master Brokers Forum members represented clients in two of last week's top ten most expensive Miami condo sales. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2024/09/24/miami-dade-county-weekly-condo-report-33/

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Yoni Dahan presents this four bedroom, five and one-half bathroom unit (with an exclusive upgraded floor plan) in The Ritz-Carlton Residences in Sunny Isles Beach. Perfectly designed layout, boasting a breathtaking panoramic view of the ocean, intracoastal, and Miami skyline. Unit features a luxurious Italian kitchen with top-of-the-line Gaggenau appliances, hardwood floors in bedrooms, and Pasha white marble floor in living areas.

Live the Ritz-Carlton lifestyle known for its legendary service and exquisite five-star amenities, including a full-service private beach, swimming pools, beach restaurant with in-residence delivery, club-level lounge, oceanfront wellness and fitness center, kids club, 24-hr valet, security, and concierge services.

15701 Collins Avenue #3605 in Sunny Isles Beach is currently listed for $8,500,000 by Yoni Dahan, who can be reached at 786-316-2841 and/or yoni@wcrusa.com.

https://sef.mlsmatrix.com/matrix/shared/xmRRfrj47Df/15701CollinsAve