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What You Should Know About Building a Home in Miami

January 27, 2023

A trend that has continued over the last few years is the increasing demand for new homes, and building a home that fits your needs can certainly seem like the best way of going about things. Whether you are simply exploring the options available to you or gearing up to break ground next week, here’s … Continued

5 Ways to Get to Know Your New Neighbors in Miami

January 20, 2023

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Living in these more socially distanced times can leave you feeling a little out of sorts when it comes to introducing yourself to the members of your new neighborhood. To attempt to make the process as simple as possible, let’s look at 5 ways to get to know your new neighbors in Miami. The Traditional … Continued

5 Common Miami Moving Nightmares and How You Can Avoid Them

January 13, 2023

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Everyone hates to move, and for good reason. It’s a lot of work, it’s stressful, and it’s almost always done in a frenzied rush. And on top of that, a lot of things can and inevitably do go wrong even with the best of planning – usually unexpected events we can easily call “moving nightmares.” … Continued

5 Things to do Right Now to Prepare to Buy a Home in Miami This Winter

January 6, 2023

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Winter is typically not the best season for home sellers, but a good season for buyers. That may not be the case this winter, though. With the current low inventory and keen buyer competition for for-sale homes, this winter is shaping up to be more of a seller’s market than ever before. Winter buyers, then, … Continued

5 Key Differences Between Renting a House and Owning a House in Miami

December 30, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Owning a home has always been a big part of the American Dream. But is it right for you? It is, after all, a major life decision that can impact your financial situation, your lifestyle, and even your personal goals. And, ultimately, depending on the person’s goals and financial situation, owning isn’t always better than … Continued

3 Important Things to Look for When Buying Multi-Generational Housing in Miami

December 23, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Today, more people than ever are living in multi-generational homes. There are plenty of good reasons for this, not least of which are built-in childcare and shared expenses. But there are drawbacks, too. And if your multi-generational housing isn’t suited for the purpose, living under one roof with other generations can lead to not a … Continued

The Top 5 Mistakes Real Estate Investors Make in Miami

December 16, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Entering the world of real estate investing can be overwhelming. We’ve gathered some information to help guide you away from making needless mistakes saving yourself from emotional and financial stress by learning from the hard lessons of other investors. So read on as we explore the top five mistakes real estate investors make in Miami. … Continued

Our 5 Step Method for Building a Miami Real Estate Portfolio

December 9, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

The tax benefits of real estate make it a desirable investment, as does its quality of being a tangible asset and the fact that housing will always be in demand. Real estate appreciates and has consistently built wealth over the long-term for investors who take a careful approach. Investment real estate also protects investors against … Continued

5 Unique Real Estate Investment Ideas for Buyers in Miami

December 2, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Ideas for real estate investments are limitless, and real estate purchases can be exciting for investors. However, it takes more than getting a good feeling about a property. Due diligence and skillful property management combine to build a healthy real estate portfolio. Diversifying into different sectors as you master each also helps build security against … Continued

3 Differences Between Buying Commercial and Residential Property in Miami

November 25, 2022

By Ashley Garritson, REALTOR®

Along with industrial, business or retail uses or apartment complexes, residential properties with more than five units are also commercial properties. Single-family homes, multi-family properties of up to four units and mobile homes are all considered residential properties. Both commercial and residential real estate investment opportunities serve to reach similar goals, with some very significant … Continued