Real Estate Information

There were 18,631 Miami FL foreclosure homes in December 2011, according to RealtyTrac.com with 1 in every 277 housing units receiving a foreclosure filing. The average sales price of a Miami FL home was $241,604 in December while the average sales price of a Miami FL foreclosure home was $143,582, a $98,002 savings.

Miami FL Foreclosure Activity and 30-Year Interest Rate

Miami FL foreclosure activity had 2,393 new foreclosed homes in December while interest rates dropped to 3.96%.

Miami FL foreclosure activity is based on total number of properties that receive foreclosure filings…default notice, foreclosure auction notice or bank repossession…each month. Interest rate is based on average 30-year fixed rate from Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Miami FL Foreclosure Geographical Comparison

Miami FL foreclosures were 0.20% above national statistics,  0.08% above state figures, and the same as Dade County numbers in December.

Miami FL Foreclosure Activity by Month

The number of bank-owned properties increased from 547 in November 2011 to 626 in December, while the number of auctions increased from 634 to 811. Pre-foreclosure activity dropped from 1,550 to 956. There is a six month rising trend.

Are you or someone you know behind on mortgage payments and facing a foreclosure? You do have options. A short sale may be the answer to saving you, your family and even some of your credit. Visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com and give us a call for a private consultation.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email.

South FL Real Estate For Sale: 

400 N Surf Rd #702, Hollywood FL 33019
MLS# A1593886

Direct ocean views on the beautiful Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. This lovely one bedroom one and a half bath is the lowest priced in complex. Tiled throughout, roof top heated pool with sauna & rec room, one assigned space, secure building. Walk, jog, bike on the broadwalk. Close to restaurants & shopping. Enjoy beach living at its best. No pets permitted. Rentals permitted once a year for a minimum of 90 days.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email. 

South FL Real Estate For Sale: 

9999 Collins Ave #4F, Bal Harbour FL 33154
MLS# A1600004

This opulent luxury 2 bed/ 5 full bath plus den apartment boasts dramatic breathtaking direct ocean views. Sophisticated interior features Brazilian walnut & marble floors, tray ceilings, crown moldings, custom onyx counter tops & oak cabinets, Italian Murano lamps, Sherle Wagner gold plated fixtures. Master suite includes His & Her bathrooms & closets. Butler's kitchen. 700 sq ft terrace. Private elevator. Den is currently used as 3rd bedroom. Top amenities building across from Bal Harbour shops.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email. 

South FL Real Estate For Sale: 

317 Oregon St, Hollywood FL 33019
MLS# A1598865

Dream location in Hollywood Beach. Steps to the ocean. One of a kind 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhouse with private fenced backyard. Tile and carpet floors. 2 story. 1 parking space. Clean and spacious. Absolute pleasure to show.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email. 

Ellen R. Mitchel with RE/MAX Executive Realty has recently received the RE/MAX Hall Of Fame Award, which honors successful agents who have earned more than $1 million in commissions during their careers with the company. Only 16 percent of all RE/MAX agents earned this prestigious award in 2009.

Mitchel is co-owner of RE/MAX Executive Realty, a  2011-12 Director for the Florida Realtors Association (FRA), 2012 FRA Affordable Housing Committee member, a 2012 FRA Communications Committee member and a 2011-12 Director Broward Board of Governors for the Miami Association of Realtors.

Mitchel has earned numerous real estate designations including the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) and Certified Investor Agent Specialist (CIAS).

Mitchel also teaches a HUD Approved Home Buyer Course every month in both Dade & Broward Counties providing great information about foreclosures & free government monies to prospective home buyers, as well as, holding foreclosure prevention workshops.

RE/MAX has nearly 100,000 agents in more than 75 countries who continue to out-produce the competition, averaging more sales than other real estate agents. With one of the most recognized brands in the world and one of the most trafficked web sites, www.remax.com, RE/MAX leads the industry with experiences, professional agents – agents who are trained and educated through the award-winning RE/MAX University.

Contact information:

Ellen R Mitchel, CRS, CDPE, CIAS
RE/MAX Executive Realty
954-292-6412
ellenbithell@remax.net

South FL Real Estate For Sale:

734 Harrison Street, Hollywood FL 33019
MLS# A1596912

Magnificent 5 bedroom, 3 bath home in the most prestigious part of Hollywood Lakes. Just two blocks from the ocean and half block from Intracoastal waterway. Water views from 2nd floor Master suite. Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors. Stunningly remodeled Kitchen. Opulent Master suite. The extensive renovations were all done with permits. Manicured to perfection! Unique ambiance, gorgeous views and open floor plan for the most discriminating buyers.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email. 

Do you know kids currently in college, or maybe one who is about to graduate high school who are interested in a possible real estate-related career?

Florida Realtors® Education Foundation Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation established to provide real estate-related educational scholarships and grants for Florida high school seniors who will be attending an undergraduate college or university; students currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or university; and students pursuing graduate studies.

Scholarships to be awarded may range from $1,000 to $4,000. Criteria to be considered includes: academic achievements, financial need, relationship to a Realtor family, and contributions to family, school and community.

Scholarship FAQs. (I'll add this doc to the website and link it here.)

Get your application here. Deadline is February 28.

I am a Director for the Florida Realtors Association and proud to be a part of announcing such a great opportunity to assist families in helping to send their children to college.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email.

Just as fashions and car styles change from year to year, so do home features that head the “most wanted” list of potential buyers of South FL real estate. Where wall-to-wall carpeting was once the rage, hardwood floors, now reign supreme, and a formal, center dining room is often viewed as a negative feature rather than a positive one.  And style preference has certainly changed; replacing the McMansions on the “must-have” list are arts and craft bungalows, mid-century homes, and residences with Old-World charm and character.

WHAT’S IN:

• Green features:  Energy-efficient appliances, air-tight windows, heating systems, etc., have become expected features..
• Sustainable materials:  The use of stone, terra cotta, bamboo, and cork are popular choices.
• Storage areas:  A garage, preferably a 2 car, is a must, as are walk-in-closets, pantries, and an abundance of storage space.
• Condition:  No fixer-uppers for this year’s buyers.  They are looking for a move-in-ready, well-maintained piece of South FL real estate.
• Layout:  The open layout with few walls is still the most popular, as it allows for casual dining, family gatherings, and large-scale entertaining.
• Luxury touches and the amenities that convey luxury:  High dollar finishes, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, tile baths, counter bars and stools are all desired.
• Outdoor Living:  Screen porches, outdoor kitchens, two-way fireplaces, and the all-important deck or patio add to a home’s appeal.
• Specialized space:  Reflecting today’s lifestyle, high on the wanted list are media and workout rooms.  Some type of foyer or entrance space is also a necessity for today’s buyers.
• Quality bathrooms:  Definitely more than one!  Pedestal sinks; soaking, jetted, and claw foot tubs; and a separate shower and tub are also very popular in the bathroom right now and are what most buyers are going for.

WHAT’S OUT:

• Retro touches:  Features of 1970’s-80’s homes such as avocado appliances, walnut cabinets, and Formica countertops are being shunned this year.
• Dated layout:  Buyers of South FL real estate are giving a “thumbs down” to restrictive layouts and are eschewing bedrooms off living or dining rooms, center dining rooms, and stairways located directly in front of an entrance door.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email.

South FL Real Estate For Sale:

1009 N 13th Terrace Hollywood, FL 33019
MLS# A1593732

Great location east of US Rt1. Three bedroom, 1 bath home with 1 car garage. Third bedroom is currently being used as an office. Features include tile floors, newer appliances, and separate laundry room. There is a large driveway for all your guests. Plenty of entertaining space with 2 screened porches in front and back of the house.

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email.

South FL Real Estate: 

1639 Moffett Terrace Hollywood FL 33020
MLS# A1593625

Great location east of US Rt1. Adorable freshly painted 2 bedroom, 1 bath plus extra room for den or office. Full size kitchen with custom built-in cabinets. Newer appliances. Shutters and awnings. Both bedrooms have built-in dresser wall units. Tile flooring. Two carport spaces. Large storage shed, hurricane proof. Nice landscaping. Sold furnished with few exempt items. A pleasure to show!

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The Prestige Properties Team has over 30 years of real estate experience from the US to Canada and speaks seven languages including English, Spanish, Polish, German & Russian.  We are a woman owned minority business that does extensive community outreach.  We are viewed by ourselves and others as a shining example of an unstoppable team that others are drawn to.  We seem to grow and excel beyond all expectations and we value each other and support each other both professionally & personally.

The Prestige Property Team is a leader in the South Florida real estate market. The team assists buyers looking for Miami real estate for sale and aggressively markets South Florida homes for sale. They are also Certified Distressed Property Experts (CDPE), committed to helping families in financial hardship find options to foreclosure. For more information you can visit EllenHelpsHomeowners.com.

You can reach the Prestige Property Team by calling 954-292-6412 or email.