Coral Gables Realtor

In a recent closing I was faced with a decision: should I or shouldn’t I release the keys in a dry closing? I personally decided that it wasn’t advisable for the my seller to release the keys to the buyer without funding. I’ve heard different opinions in this matter. What would you do in the event of a dry closing? Release the keys or not?  A dry closing occurs when all of the requirements for closing are satisfied except the disbursement of funds. Each of the parties involved come to the agreement that the closing will still occur and the […]

Bedroom, 5 Bathroom Beauty Listed at $1,789,000. Listed $100,000 BELOW Appraisal. Owner very motivated. Located just across the Granada Golf Course in central Coral Gables, this spectacular Mediterranean Villa has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and was designed by architect Ramon Pacheco. The home has high vaulted ceilings, a grand stairway, and an inner courtyard with a pool. 2505 De Soto Blvd is gated and its exterior is characterized by its ivy covered walls and lush landscape. Within the gates is a very detailed brick paved driveway leading up to the main doors of the home. The main living area has 22 foot […]

  Stay tuned to our blog for our newest listing in the works! This five bedroom, four 1/2 bathroom spacious home is complete with a library, formal dining room, expansive terrace, and oversized master bedroom. More details to come. Details of this newest listing: Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 1/2 4,527 Sq. Ft. 17,500 Sq. Ft. lot  

  Just listed for sale in Coral Gables is this completely remodeled four bedroom, three bathroom home. Its inviting layout is full of natural light. There is marble throughout the home. Also the master bedroom is complete with his and hers California closets, dual sinks, and Hansgrohe shower heads. It is within walking distance to the University of Miami and top elementary school. Details of 5804 Leonardo Street, Coral Gables Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 2,244 Sq. Ft. of Living Space 11,000 Sq. Ft. Lot

This wonderful home at 1257 Medina Ave in North Coral Gables has just been listed for rent. It is on a tree lined, quiet street and is great for small families. There is an open porch entry with lots of light, high ceilings, and working fireplace. The home also has wood floors, an over sized master bedroom, and an office which can be converted into a third bedroom. Out back is a gorgeous Spanish courtyard patio. Details of 1257 Medina Ave, Coral Gables: Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 1,717 Sq Ft living space 5,000 Sq Ft lot Listed for rent at […]

Just sold off market is the beautiful home at 650 Palmarito Ct. The 4,545 sq. ft. home is on a very large 28,267 sq. ft. The home was sold for $1,900,000 and has 3 bedrooms in the main home, along with a separate 1/1 maids quarters with its own entrance and private terrace. In addition, there is a 2/2 guest house. This beautiful home is characterized by its stylish details, including gorgeous fireplace, top-of-the-line modern kitchen, and open floor plan. Details about 650 Palmarito Ct.: Bedrooms: 6 (3 in main home, 2 in guest house, 1 in maids quarters) Bathrooms: 5 […]

Finally, I believe this house is priced right.  I had the pleasure of showing this house today. It is a 1925 Tuscan Villa on the Biltmore Golf course. Situated on a 25,000 sqft, this home boasts 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms and 2 half baths. The 2 story mansion has marble flooring, two marble staircases, and an elevator. There are many other interior features such as the high volume ceilings and library. Also, there is a stunning patio with a BBQ and open pool. The fifth time on the market since 2009, I believe its priced very competitively now at $319 […]

Because of the financial crisis new regulations and tighter underwriting guidelines have slowed down the mortgage process so much that a loan closing within 15 days is something to brag about. At the height of the boom back in 2006, then-chief economist at the Mortgage Bankers Association, predicted that process engineering could add enough efficiency that by 2016 the industry would be able to close a loan within three days, while others at the time thought it could happen even sooner. Between 1993 and 2003 efficiencies had improved when overall loan processing times had been cut by one-third however by […]