Our Blog Articles

Mayor Jim Cason to visit Keller Williams Realty

said April 1st, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

I am honored to announce that Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason will be visiting Grove Gables Toastmasters Public Speaking and Leadership Club as our special guest on Monday,  April 2nd (12noon-1pm). The Mayor Jim Cason will speak for a few minutes and may even share his thoughts on being an effective public speaker.   Where:   Keller Williams Realty 4649 Ponce de Leon Blvd Suite 400 Coral Gables, FL 33146 Parking:  Parking Meters on Ponce   Cost:  Complimentary   Grove Gables Toastmasters is an economical way for individuals to Build their Public Speaking Confidence and Skills... Believe it or...Continue Reading!

JUST SOLD..Miami Vice building (Atlantis#1502)

said April 1st, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

SOLD by the ShowcaseMiami Team  Stunning unit with extraordinary water views in this building made famous from Miami Vice (building with the hole in the middle)!  South facing view unit showcases open water views to the South.  Very clean unit has a wide open floor plan with bedrooms on opposite ends for maximum privacy.  Large balcony to admire bay views. 2 Bedrooms/  2 Bathrooms 1304 sq feet Built in 1982 monthly maintenance fee $807 SOLD for $285,000   ShowcaseMiami Realty specializes in assisting homeowners to Sell their Miami...Continue Reading!

Seller Testimonial from our customer, Stuart…

said March 26th, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

Sincere thanks to our past Seller, Stuart W,  who sent us this email last Saturday...    "Hey Jason, I just wanted to relay a positive story to you.  Yesterday I purchased a new car at Kendall Toyota and was intent on financing part of the price with the credit union. I applied for credit approval, and was ultimately approved in less than 10 minutes.  I later found out my credit score through Equifax was 811, higher than 96 percent of US consumers.   If...Continue Reading!

Open-March 25th(3-5pm)-6755 SW 152 St,Miami

said March 24th, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

  Trophy Property East of Old Cutler Road & US-1   Over 6 acres!   14 Bedrooms 10 Bathrooms 11 Car Garage 12,657 sq ft of Living Area Offered at $5.5 million   My colleague, Linda Robinson, of the Keller Williams Coral Gables office has recently listed this spectacular property east of Old Cutler Road. Description: Golden opportunity to own one of  the largest parcels of land east of US-1 and north of SW 152 Street!   6+ acres where once sat Black Caesar's Restaurant.    Investors, shine this gem for private club,  inn,  horse ranch,  family compound, empty...Continue Reading!

Open…Yacht Harbour-Coconut Grove-March 25th

said March 23rd, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

View 2 Units this Sunday (3pm-5pm) 2901 S. Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133 13 G & H (2 combined units)....Spectacular Open Feel...3,512 sq feet...$775K 8 E...faces south to Mutiny and the Sailboat Bay...2BR/1.5 BA...$429K Great opportunity to purchase redesigned 3512 square feet 2/2 corner unit (13G+H) at fabulous Yacht Harbour overlooking Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove.  Features huge heated pool, 2 tennis courts, gym, sauna, covered garage, valet service,  24hr concierge/ security.  Combined units have entrance foyer, large office, two large bedrooms, walk-in closets,built-in...Continue Reading!

Follow up from March 6th Miami Appraisal post…

said March 22nd, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

You may recall the March 6th post disucssing appraisal challenges in today's Miami market... March 6th post... "Now we wait for the appraiser's verdict in the coming days.  Despite the fact that there was a bidding war on this property (thereby determining true market value for the home), the deal rests firmly in the hands of the appraiser that this Buyer's lender chose.  Four different appraisers will arrive at four different market values because appraising is an art an not a science. ...Continue Reading!

Dade County Luxury Market Stats…March 2012

said March 21st, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

Dade County Market Statistics ($500,000 and up...Single Family) The graph below (taken directly from the MLS for Dade County) indicates Miami market statistics for inventory over $500,000. Additional Data from the Miami MLS... Available Miami Single Family listings...21.9% less homes for sale vs. same quarter last year Sold Miami Single Family Listings...16.7% more closed sales vs. same quarter last year Pending Miami Single Family Listings...24.3% more pending sales vs. same quarter last year   ShowcaseMiami Realty specializes in assisting homeowners to Sell their Miami home. (Highest price in the Shortest period...Continue Reading!

Miami Real Estate Market Stats…March 2012

said March 19th, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

Not convinced that now is the time to Buy OR Sell? The graph below demonstrates that demand is spiking upwards for Single Family Homes and Condos in Miami (Dade County). Why Buy now? Prices can only go in one direction as time goes on. It is best to capitalize on today's 4% interest rates and still low prices. Why Sell now? Inventory is surprisingly low (compared to the last 4 years).  Listed Homes that are aggressively marketed and priced according to recent closed sales are selling in...Continue Reading!

Under Contract…6375 SW 106 St, Pinecrest

said March 18th, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

 Under Contract in Pinecrest... Sold by Jason Smith 786-326-8115 cell Listing Agent:  Hazel Goldman   Bedrooms:  5 Bathrooms:  4 Sq Ft:  4,772 Lot Size:  39,204   Description: Wonderful family home on primo Pinecrest elementary street. This house is both charming and modern, large and comfortable with addition and modernization in the 1990's including addition of family room, all new doors and windows, tile floors, old Chicago brick, keystone and more.  Very light bright and open with lots of windows and uncluttered spaces.   Custom floor plan with 3 separate wings, one for...Continue Reading!

3 Stunning Open Houses…March 17th & 18th

said March 17th, 2012 Leave A Comment Jason Smith

ShowcaseMiami blog by Realtor Jason Smith

  #1 Saturday, March 17th... Open House...(2-5pm) 4665 SW 64 Avenue, Miami, FL 33155   (Very close to University of Miami) 1.5 Acres on Coral Lake 3 Bedrooms/ 3 Bathrooms 2,449 square feet living area Offered at $825,000 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------    #2   Sunday, March 18th... (Open House 12-2pm) 2301 Tigertail Avenue, Coconut Grove, FL 33133   (1 Block to Kennedy Park on Biscayne Bay) 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3,388 square feet Offered at $989,000 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------    #3   Sunday, March 18th... (Open House 2-5pm) 3981 SW 15 Street, Coral Gables, FL 33134   (Walk to the Restaurants & Boutiques on Coral Gables' Miracle Mile!!) (Amazing 1800 sq ft private roof-top terrace for entertaining/Bar...Continue Reading!