July 2014

July 31, 2014

3 Things You Should Do Before Your Home Appraiser Shows Up

Pricing your home can be a tricky maneuver, requiring a knowledge of the market most homeowners don’t possess. For that reason, many real estate agents recommend a professional appraisal before putting a home up for sale. This appraisal will give a homeowner a firm idea of how much the market will bear, preventing him from selling his home for less than its worth. In other cases, a buyer brings an appraiser in to price the house as a means of ensuring the asking price meets the home’s value. Someone who has never used an appraiser may not know what to expect when the appraiser […]
July 31, 2014

Oscar Arellano’s Real Estate Transactions

Just Sold!  806 Parma Ave, Coral Gables, FL Just Sold!  3191-3193 Ohio Street, Coconut Grove, FL Just Sold! 396 Tamiami Canal Rd, Miami, FL Just Rented! 720 Bird Road, Coral Gables, FL Just Rented! 1515 Palancia Ave, Coral Gables, FL Just Rented! 1434 Garcia Ave, Coral Gables, FL Just Rented! 3010 Segovia Street, Coral Gables, FL Just Rented! 9511 SW 138 Place, Miami, FL Just Rented!  1300 Salzedo Street #6, Coral Gables, FL    Just Rented!  1017 SW 9th Street, #3, Miami, FL Just Rented! 1017 SW 9th Street, #5, Miami, FL <
July 30, 2014

Should You Lend Your Kids Money to Buy a House?

Buying a house requires a minimum down payment between 3.5 percent and 5 percent. And unfortunately, it might take several years to save up for a purchase, which can significantly delay dreams of ownership. However, in an effort to help your children realize their dream sooner, you may decide to lend them money to buy a house. Lending a child money to buy a house is not uncommon. In fact, “7 percent of first-time homebuyers in 2013 received a loan from a friend or relative, typically their parents, to help purchase a home,” according to the National Association of Realtors. However, despite the fact that […]
July 29, 2014

Rising interest rates make ARMs more attractive with their lower rates. But what’s a better choice these days: a fixed mortgage or ARM?

Congratulations on making the decision to purchase a new home. For some, this may have been an arduous process, while for others, they may have found their new dwelling quickly. Regardless of the time spent, it’s just the beginning of the home-buying process. Next up is deciding which type of mortgage is for you: should you go with a fixed rate or an adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)? Rewind to 2013 and homeowners faced with this decision, found fixed-rate and ARMs close to each other, with many borrowers not taking the ARM plunge as they were unwilling to take some risk of rising interest rates, increasing that […]
July 25, 2014

New Coral Gables Golf Course Home Listing | 4209 Santa Maria Street

Just listed for sale on the beautiful Santa Maria Street is the beautiful 4209 Santa Maria Street. This four bedroom, four and half bathroom Palm Beach style home is right on the Rivera Golf Course providing gorgeous golf course views. The home features dramatic open beamed ceilings, a gorgeous fireplace, a covered loggia for entertaining outside, impact windows, and a huge 18,750 sq. ft lot, allowing plenty of space for a guest house, pool, or even an addition to the home. Details of 4209 Santa Maria Street: Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms: 4.5 5,300 Sq. Ft. of Living Space 18,750 Sq. Ft. […]
July 24, 2014

New Commercial Listing | Developer’s Opportunity | Go Vertical!

July 23, 2014

New Coral Gables Luxury Listing: 1106 Placetas Ave

This wonderfully styled, professionally upgraded home located at has just been listed for sale. This 3,500 sq. ft. home features Brazilian walnut wood flooring, marble flooring, upgraded kitchen and bathrooms, and is in perfect condition. In addition, there is millwork for a 400 bottle temperature controlled wine closet. If you would like to schedule a private viewing of this home, please contact me at 305-525-7324. Details of 1106 Placetas Ave, Coral Gables Bedrooms: 4 (+ office) Bathrooms: 4 3,498 Sq. Ft. of Living Area 10,000 Sq. Ft. Lot Listed at $1,595,000     Listing presented by: Mitchell International Rlty
July 22, 2014

Coral Gables Listing! 1307 Campo Sano Ave | Riviera Golf Course | Not Listed on MLS

1307 Campo Sano Ave in Coral Gables is looking for a buyer. The home, which is currently not listed on the MLS, has three bedrooms and four bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and there is a guest bathroom as well. The home is right across from the University of Miami and situated right on the Riviera Golf Course. Other features of the home include hurricane impact windows, a two car garage, and tile & wood flooring throughout. Although the home is not completely updated, it has been very well kept and the location is outstanding. Details of 1307 […]
July 21, 2014

Condo Conversion in Coral Gables, First Unit is Ready for Sale! 1300 Salzedo Street #10

  Luxurious boutique condo conversion just listed for sale in the heart of Coral Gables. Located on the second floor, this completely updated one bedroom corner unit has been remodeled to include top of the line details, including crown molding & baseboards, hurricane impact resistant windows & doors. Some of the unit’s other features include dark oak wood flooring in the living areas & bedroom, a marble bathroom, new washer & dryer, and a new central A/C unit. The updated kitchen features dark wood cabinetry, new stainless steel appliances, and marble flooring. The unit includes its own assigned parking space, […]