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May 23, 2014
The Clean Energy Green Corridor program will now be offered to Coral Gables residential property owners, making their homes more energy efficient and will also have added hurricane protection. This will allow home owners the opportunity to implement clean energy upgrades to their homes through Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing. The financing program allows owners to finance renewable energy and efficiency upgrades over long term through a voluntary property tax assessment. Improvements that are eligible include solar panels, hurricane windows and shutters, roof strengthening measures, air conditioning systems, insulation, and much more. Over time, these changes will help to […]
May 23, 2014
As baby boomers near retirement age, the concept of a reverse mortgage may seem more enticing. With a reverse mortgage, they must simply agree to turn the home over to the lender when they die in return for deferring payments while still alive. A Sudden Shift The advertisements make it sound like the perfect plan. Without a mortgage payment, a homeowner has the freedom to purchase new sports cars, take luxury vacations, and enjoy a worry-free lifestyle. Payment comes due the day the homeowner dies, sells the home, or moves into a nursing home, usually through selling the home. As […]
May 22, 2014
Just listed in Coral Gables is the beautiful home located at 6925 Tordera Street. This five bedroom, four and half bathroom home is situated on a large 15,000 sq. ft. lot and features a gorgeous white kitchen with white marble counters and stainless appliances, a private patio for the master suite, impact glass windows & doors, and marble flooring throughout. Out back, there is a sparkling pool and a patio perfect for entertaining. Details Of 6925 Tordera Street: Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 1/2 4,000 Sq. Ft. of Living Space 15,000 Sq. Ft. Lot Listed at $1,769,000 If you […]
May 22, 2014
For first time homeowners, it can be difficult to decide on the perfect piece of property. The location you choose should accommodate your lifestyle both short-term and in the long run. Understanding the pros and cons of urban vs. rural housing will point you in the right direction when considering your location. Overall Cost of Living Generally speaking, the closer your proximity to metropolitan areas, the more expensive housing will be. A three bedroom home in the country may cost the same as a small, one bedroom apartment in the city. Living in an urban setting also comes with higher […]
May 21, 2014
Last week the Coral Gables City Commission discussed a draft of the request for proposals from developers on different ideas for redeveloping the public land under the 20 year old parking garages near Miracle Mile. The Commission has made the decision that it would rather lease the land and not sell or give it away. The potential mixed-use development would replace the garages located at on Andalusia Avenue, across from the Publix and the other behind the Actor’s Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre. Commissioner Vince Lago said sticking strictly to a lease might narrow the field of developers too much […]
May 20, 2014
Just listed for rent is this two story home in central Coral Gables at 1109 Ferdinand Street. This Old Spanish home has three bedrooms with two and half bathrooms and features hardwood floors, a private backyard with a Jacuzzi, a bright kitchen, and a laundry room. The garage will remain for the owners use. Details of 1109 Ferdinand Street: Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms 2 1/2 1.535 Sq. Ft. of Living Space 7,625 Sq. Ft. Lot Listed for rent at $2,700 per month Listing Presented by Oscar J. Arellano with Fortune International Realty
May 19, 2014
Just listed this morning is the lovely ranch-style home located at 3801 Harlano Street. This beautiful home features mature oak and palm trees on an oversized 18,375 sq. ft. lot. The professionally landscaped backyard with large sparkling pool is ideal for entertaining. Other features of this home are the hardwood floors, impact windows, completely new kitchen with custom cabinets and stainless steel appliances, and the spacious master bedroom with its own private terrace. Details of 3801 Harlano Street: Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 3,028 Sq. Ft. of Living Space 18,375 Sq. Ft. Lot Listed at $1,349,000 Listing Presented by: […]
May 19, 2014
Buying a home, especially for first-time homebuyers, is an extremely stressful experience. Add in having your offer on a home rejected, and it can be downright heartbreaking and frustrating. Knowing why sellers turn down certain offers can help you understand how to make your next offer more appealing and more likely to be accepted. Consider these three common reasons most offers are rejected: There Was Competition One of the biggest reasons an offer – even an offer you think is fair and solid – gets rejected on a home is simply because there was additional interest in the property. Other […]
May 16, 2014
The owners of a three acre property located at 6801 Granada Blvd. got the approval today to split their lot. After several hours of discussions, the Coral Gables City Commission decided to allow the split. One lot will contain the existing 8,600 Sq. Ft. home and then other lot will have a new home built later. The debate and comments from supporters and detractors showed just how serious the city of Coral Gables is with its strict land-use regulations. Splitting lots like this is very rare in the city. There were about 10 neighbors who came to oppose the split, […]