May102013

Coral Gables & Coconut Grove Home Magazine: May Issue

I recently started mailing a home and lifestyle magazine to select Coral Gables and Coconut Grove residents. I’ve had such good feedback, that I began mailing to more homes in these areas, but just in case you did not receive it, it is now online for you to peruse.

You’ll find home decor related articles discussing plantation shutters and home theaters as well as my Q & A article discussing market conditions. Let me know if you receive the magazine and what you’d like me to discuss in the next Q&A.

If you are considering buying or selling in Coconut Grove or Coral Gables, please feel free to contact me and benefit from the Strength of My Experience.

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May082013

April 2013: Coconut Grove Real Estate Market Update

Market dynamics are so fluid. April single family home sales in Coconut Grove saw a sharp decline over the previous month with 15 sales as compared to 23. This year sales will be at the mercy of inventory. Sellers are getting more confident about listing their home but they are NOT confident about finding one, so it is becoming the chicken and the egg.

Here’s a recap of April’s sales, including my Bayhome property that sold in a blink of an eye.

April 2013 Grove Graphic

Here’s a list of the single family homes which sold in Coconut Grove in April 2013.

Grove April 2013

If you’d like to view property details, click here.

If you are considering buying or selling in Coconut Grove or Coral Gables, please feel free to contact me and benefit from the Strength of My Experience.

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May032013

Home Search In Coconut Grove Changes in a Year

May calendarLast May an out of town client was looking for second home or condo in Coconut Grove. Her budget was between $400,000-$500,000. We saw multiple properties every time she flew down. But she waffled on the market and the property values. “Will prices go down?”, she would ask. Not having the benefit of a crystal ball, I could only give her my expert opinion: The market is on the rise.

 Almost a year later, she’s re-engaged in her search… but her budget is $500,000-$600,000 – prices have noticeably increased. Here question now is, “How fast can I put in an offer?” My expert advice when buying a home in Coconut Grove: make sure it speaks to you – even if you are going to be using it as a second home.

 I’d like to share this advice with all my readers, don’t let the pressure of rising prices make you settle or select a home prematurely. This is where the unbiased, fact-based knowledge of a local Realtor is invaluable. Listen to us. We know a thing or two about real estate:)

If you are looking for a home for sale in Coconut Grove between $500,000 and $600,000, contact me – I’ve seen most of them! Click here to access single family homes or condos in Coconut Grove that match that price range.

If you are considering buying or selling in Coconut Grove or Coral Gables, please feel free to contact me and benefit from the Strength of My Experience.

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Apr232013

Meet the Carole Smith Real Estate Team: Marketing

Last week I mentioned that my team was expanding. I wanted to take the time to introduce you to my dream team individually. Each person’s role is integral in my success and, more importantly, in the success of my clients’ transactions. Someone who doesn’t interface with clients on a regular basis is my Marketing Director, Diana Rodriguez-Velazquez. She contributes greatly to the exposure of clients’ properties and my overall marketing.

Diana Rodriguez, Marketing Director

Diana Rodriguez, Marketing Director

Reluctantly she confirmed that she has over 20 years marketing experience – six of which have been with me! I lured Diana away from Corporate America where she was the Director of Interactive Marketing for Carnival Cruise Lines. With extensive experience in database, brand and digital marketing, Diana has been a terrific asset.

When I tell prospective clients that they are hiring a skilled team, I mean it. Wait ’til you meet the rest of the gang!

If you are considering buying or selling in Coconut Grove or Coral Gables, please feel free to contact me and benefit from the Strength of My Experience.

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