Nick Jonas Brings Rooftop Tequila Bar To Downtown’s Miami Worldcenter

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 16, 2024. Posted in Around Town, Celebrity Real Estate, Downtown Miami, Miami Beach Mortgage, Miami Celebrity Real Estate, Miami Worldcenter, Mortgage Miami Beach, Neighborhoods.

Calling all Miami tequila aficionados! Jonas Brothers superstar Nick Jonas has teamed up with menswear designer John Varvatos to announce Villa One Tequila Gardens, a chic speakeasy-style tequila bar that is set to open on the rooftop of the Miami Worldcenter Jewel Box at 150 NE 8th Street in Downtown Miami. Villa One Tequila Gardens restaurant and bar is designed by Mexico City-based KOM Studios and pays homage to the rich culture of Mexico. Throughout the 13,000 square foot indoor/outdoor restaurant and bar guests will find vibrant colors, Mexican textures and materials that are reminiscent...

MAST Capital Hosts Groundbreaking And Receives Record-Setting $600M Construction Loan For Cipriani Residences Miami

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 16, 2024. Posted in Brickell Luxury Condos, Cipriani Residences Miami, Mast Capital, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Neighborhoods, New Construction.

Just in time for the much anticipated groundbreaking of Cipriani Residences Miami, MAST Capital has received a record-setting $600 Million in construction financing to build the luxury tower. This marks the largest construction loan on record in the Miami area. The Coconut Grove-based developer, MAST Capital, partnered with Italy’s Cipriani family to bring Cipriani Residences into Miami’s Brickell Financial District. Sales of the 80-story ultra-luxury tower launched in 2022 with prices from $1.7 million and penthouses priced starting at $17 million. As of today, over half of the 397 residences...

Don’t Let the Latest Home Price Headlines Confuse You

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 16, 2024. Posted in Housing Market Updates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Pricing.

Based on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the full picture.If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices actually showed positive growth for the year. While this varies by market, and while there were some months with slight declines nationally, those were the exception, not the rule.The overarching story is that prices went up last year, not down. Let’s dive into the data to set the record straight. 2023 Was the Return to More Normal Home Price GrowthIf anything, last year marked...

Why So Many People Fall in Love with Homeownership

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 15, 2024. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Rent vs. Buy.

Chances are at some point in your life you’ve heard the phrase, home is where the heart is. There’s a reason that’s said so often. Becoming a homeowner is emotional.So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to keep on renting or if you’re ready to buy a home this year, here’s why it’s so easy to fall in love with homeownership.Customizing to Your Heart’s DesireYour house should be a space that’s uniquely you. And, if you’re a renter, that can be hard to achieve. When you rent, the paint colors are usually the standard shade of white, you don’t have much control over the upgrades, and you’ve...

Bridging the Gaps on the Road to Homeownership

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 14, 2024. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Move-Up Buyers.

Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to owning a home. Working with the right real estate experts can make all the difference for diverse buyers.It’s clear that achieving homeownership is more challenging for certain groups because there’s still a measurable gap between the overall average U.S. homeownership rate and that of non-white groups. Today, Black households continue to have the lowest...

What’s Really Happening with Mortgage Rates?

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 13, 2024. Posted in Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach.

Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true.The simplest answer is: that what you read or hear will vary based on the time frame they’re looking at. Here’s some information that can help clear up the confusion.Mortgage Rates Are Volatile by NatureMortgage rates don’t move in a straight line. There are too many factors at play for that to happen. Instead, rates bounce...

JUST LISTED | 4-Bed/4.5-Bath Waterfront Condo at Elysee with Sweeping Views

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 11, 2024. Posted in Edgewater Condos, Elysee Miami, Just Listed, Luxury Condos, Luxury Listings, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach.

Michael and Jaimee Light are excited to showcase their newest waterfront listing, an exquisite condo at Elysee ideally situated along Biscayne Bay in the Edgewater neighborhood of Miami offering sheer sophistication with a modern flair. A private elevator and foyer lead you into this bespoke flow-through unit offering nearly 4,000 sf of indoor living that seamlessly connects a private sunrise terrace to the east and an expansive sunset terrace to the west. The sunrise terrace features sweeping water views, while the sunset terrace offers a beautiful view of the vibrant Miami skyline. Elysee...

Winning Plays for Buying a Home in Today’s Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 10, 2024. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Move-Up Buyers.

Some HighlightsIn today’s housing market, you can still come out on top if you have the right team and plan.To win when buying a home, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd.Connect with a local real estate agent today to make your winning move.

Cara King | The Light Group at Douglas Elliman Welcomes Seasoned Real Estate Advisor

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 9, 2024. Posted in Cara King, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Our Team.

Michael and Jaimee Light of The Light Group at Douglas Elliman are pleased to announce the expansion of their team in the South Florida real estate market adding seasoned real estate advisor, Cara King. Cara King is a consummate professional with 20 years of residential experience as a trusted real estate advisor and interior designer. Her sophisticated style, attention to detail and integrity is what sets Cara apart from others in the industry. With a focus on high-end properties, Cara has successfully represented clients in the sales and acquisitions of some of the most prestigious estates...

Home Equity Can Be a Game Changer When You Sell

Written by Miami Beach Mortgage Syndicated User on February 9, 2024. Posted in For Sellers, Miami Beach Mortgage, Mortgage Miami Beach, Selling Myths.

Are you on the fence about selling your house? While affordability is improving this year, it’s still tight. And that may be on your mind. But understanding your home equity could be the key to making your decision easier. An article from Bankrate explains:“Home equity is the difference between your home’s value and the amount you still owe on your mortgage. It represents the paid-off portion of your home.You’ll start off with a certain level of equity when you make your down payment to buy the home, then continue to build equity as you pay down your mortgage. You’ll also build...

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