"For fans and artists alike, Miami offers a music scene worth celebrating. The city is officially a top U.S music hotspot, according to a study from Spin Genie...Miami tied New Orleans for the No. 2 ranking, claiming an overall music hotspot score of 8.18 out of 10 and outperforming traditional hubs like Nashville and Los Angeles." (Article link below.)
https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2026/01/07/musicians-should-move-to-miami/

"For years, California’s tech elite talked about leaving. Few actually did.

That calculus appears to be changing — fast — as a proposed California ballot initiative targeting billionaires sends some of the world’s richest founders scrambling to establish new roots, 𝙒𝙄𝙏𝙃 𝙈𝙄𝘼𝙈𝙄 𝙀𝙈𝙀𝙍𝙂𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘼𝙎 𝙏𝙃𝙀𝙄𝙍 𝙇𝘼𝙉𝘿𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙋𝘼𝘿."

Article link: https://nypost.com/2026/01/08/real-estate/tech-titans-leaving-california-for-florida-over-billionaire-tax/

This Master Brokers Forum member is the U.S listing agent for Château de la Bretèche; a $22.9 million French castle recently featured in the Wall Street Journal. (Article link below.) 𝙁𝙚́𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨!
https://tinyurl.com/u7svyw3a

“New state condo regulations are making Miami condos more resilient, financeable, stronger and safer, and buyers know older condos boast location, value and affordability. Many of Miami’s older condos are in prime locations in a market where land is limited. Some have a lot of charm with great layouts and the key is affordability.”

Article link: https://www.wlrn.org/business/2026-01-06/south-florida-condo-market-real-estate-homes

This Master Brokers Forum member represented the seller in this notable $7.4 million transaction. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/12/30/ex-miami-mayor-buys-new-house-near-south-miami/

Congratulations to MBF Gold Coast chair Carolyn Block Ellert for having South Florida Agent Magazine's #1 "Agent Snapshot" for 2025! (Article link below.)
https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2025/12/29/south-floridas-top-5-agent-snapshots-of-2025/

This Master Brokers Forum member recently sold the most expensive condominium in Miami for the week of Dec. 15; a lower penthouse at Palazzo Del Sol on Fisher Island for $36M. This marks the highest-priced sale on the island this year, and Dora's seventh sale there of over $30M. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/12/22/pending-115-million-sale-in-miami-tops-signed-contracts/

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Bring your super yachts! Master Brokers Forum member Richard Feldman presents this rare waterfront estate in gated Keystone Point, sitting on a 15,504 square foot corner lot with 250 feet on the water. Two docks (136 feet and 114 feet) provide room for two 100 foot-plus yachts in a deep-water canal with direct ocean access and no fixed bridges.

This spacious four-bedroom, five-bathroom home features newer white porcelain floors, a large primary suite with an expansive en-suite bath, and French doors in every room opening to the pool for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Move-in ready with remodeled bathrooms and built-in closets. Large, bright, and light open kitchen.

The resort-style backyard boasts a pool, large patio decks, and a covered outdoor kitchen. The seawall has been upgraded with batter piles and a new cap, plus a new dock—a boater’s dream! Electric gate, two-car garage, and prime location. A true one-of-a-kind waterfront opportunity!

12904 Banyan Road in North Miami is currently listed for $4,999,000 by Richard Feldman, who can be reached at 305-970-2884 and/or richardtoddfeldman@gmail.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/North-Miami-mls-listing/A11722549.htm

Re-live this month's FESTIVE and FABULOUS Miami Master Brokers Forum Holiday Party, generously hosted by Faena Residences Miami!
Congratulations once again to Emilio Palomo on receiving the 2025 MBF Legacy Award. Happy Holidays and New Year’s to all!
https://youtu.be/GU4VikAFCCg?si=Hkqvja17iNJ-BQaD

𝙒𝙚 𝙇𝙊𝙑𝙀 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 Master Brokers Forum 🤝 “𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧” 🤝 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙨! In this recent transaction, Jorge Fernandez brought the buyer for this beautiful Liz Hogan listing at the renowned Aston Martin Residences. Congratulations!

https://lnkd.in/ewqXKun3

Master Brokers Forum member Lindsey Lamchick (The Edit: Curated Real Estate) presents this Coral Gables residence, beautifully reimagined with modern, artistic touches.

Highlights include a newly added fourth bedroom, custom wallpaper, and window treatments designed by an artist, along with blinds throughout for a seamless finish. Built-in storage and seating add both style and functionality, while the expansive primary suite offers a dedicated office space. The home is equipped with a water filtration system, a generator ready, and an electric car charger, ensuring comfort and convenience for today's lifestyle.

Outdoors, approved plans and permits pave the way for a private oasis with lush landscaping, a future pool, and a cabana. A luxury swing set playground and grill are also included in the sale, making this property as functional and family-friendly as it is stylish.

90 South Prospect Drive in Coral Gables is currently listed for $2,900,000 by Lindsey Lamchick, who can be reached at (786) 422-5507 and/or lindsey@the-edit.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Coral-Gables-mls-listing/A11888409.htm

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum member Logan Crewss presents this modern, elegant, and architecturally sophisticated Wilton Manors home spanning 3,755 square feet with four bedrooms, four and one-half bathrooms, and a two-car garage.

Featuring a floating glass staircase, private elevator, and soaring 24-foot ceilings, filled with natural light throughout its open design. Italkraft cabinetry, quartz countertops, Miele appliances, and a wine cooler complement the sleek interior. Two identical primary suites—one on the main level and an additional upstairs—plus two guest bedrooms connected by an enclosed glass catwalk overlooking the living area.

Additional features include a prewired sound system, stackable washer and dryer upstairs, a full laundry room on the main level, and tropical landscaping with an outdoor kitchen, saltwater spa, and lap pool with a waterfall feature. Designed and built by Atlantic Group Developers.

2015 NE 4th Avenue in Wilton Manors is currently listed for $3,499,950 by Logan Crewss, who can be reached at 954.658.1253 and/or Logan@TheCrewssGroup.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Wilton-Manors-mls-listing/F10533674.htm

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️

Medical Professionals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any medical professional clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

This Master Brokers Forum member's listing was the most expensive property in Miami to go to contract last week; a 10,840-square-foot Gables Estates mansion. (Article link below.) Congratulations!
https://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/12/15/ex-royal-caribbean-ceo-selling-37-million-mansion/

“Once known mainly as a vacation hotspot, Miami has evolved into Silicon Beach, one of the nation’s leading tech and finance hubs. As such, the transformed city has become a magnet for talent and capital from Wall Street, Silicon Valley and abroad, as well as remote workers and retirees seeking sunshine and opportunities."

Article link: https://southfloridaagentmagazine.com/2025/12/12/miami-hottest-rental-market-2025/

Master Brokers Forum member Cindy Leventhal presents luxury living at Sabbia Beach, an exclusive oceanfront oasis in the vibrant heart of Pompano Beach. This stunning corner unit boasts breathtaking ocean and city views, spanning 1,760 square feet with an enlarged living area.

It features two elegant bedrooms and two and a half luxurious bathrooms. The space is illuminated by floor-to-ceiling high-impact windows, with a gourmet kitchen adorned with quartz countertops. Relax on your private wrap-around terrace with incredible sunrise and sunset vistas. Enjoy the building's lavish amenities, including 24-hour valet and concierge services, an exotic oceanfront pool deck, a heated pool, a private beach, and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a spa. Embrace sophisticated, modern living in this exquisite high-rise sanctuary.

730 North Ocean Boulevard, Unit 701 in Pompano Beach is currently listed for $1,695,000 by Cindy Leventhal, who can be reached at 954.254.6122.

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Scenes from last night’s SPARKLING and SPECTACULAR Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum Holiday Party and 20th Anniversary Celebration, graciously hosted by the stunning The St. Regis Residences, Bahia Mar!

Congratulations to our founding chair, Carolyn Block Ellert, who was surprised with a special honor recognizing her two decades of leadership, dedication, and unwavering excellence.

Many thanks to our amazing members for once again bringing generous gifts for The Pantry of Broward, Inc. Cheers to another remarkable year of Master Broker achievement, friendship, and community.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to all! 🎉🌟

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Eva Oliver and David Sporn present this tropical gem: a beautifully remodeled three-bedroom, two-and-one-half-bathroom at Grove Isle!

Upon entering this residence, you're greeted with 2,424 square feet of living space along with views of the bay, Grove Isle marina, downtown Coconut Grove, and lush tropical landscaping from every room. No expense was spared! Features include impact windows and sliding doors, incredible lighting throughout, custom closets, large porcelain tile floors, Nest thermostat, modern bathrooms, and a full-size laundry room with built-in cabinets, sink, and stacked front-loading washer and dryer by Bosh. The Italian kitchen has high-end cabinetry, stainless-steel GE Monogram Profile appliances, and a Mile dishwasher. The primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet and additional custom-built closet and motorized window treatments.

2 Grove Isle Drive, Unit B410 in Coconut Grove is currently listed for $2,650,000 Eva Oliver and David Sporn, who can be reached at Eva Oliver (786-356-7213/ eva@evaoliver.com) and David Sporn (305-803-3283/ David@DavidSpornGroup.com) with Coldwell Banker.

https://lnkd.in/e-PHGuj3

Scenes from last night’s FESTIVE and FABULOUS Miami Master Brokers Forum Holiday Party, generously hosted by Faena Residences Miami!

Congratulations to Emilio Palomo on receiving the 2025 MBF Legacy Award, and many thanks to our friends at Baci Milano USA for discounted pricing on member gifts.

Happy Holidays and New Year’s to all!

"This is the moment that I had been waiting for and that we, as a team, were waiting for. It's very beautiful for all of us."

Article link: https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2025/12/08/inter-miami-messi-win-first-ever-mls-cup

“WE NEED YOU TO DO WELL…AND YOU NEED US TO DO WELL.”

From our November 2025 Master Brokers Forum + New York Residential Agent Continuum (NYRAC) event, NYRAC founding chair Heather Domi explains the symbiotic nature of Miami and NYC’s business relationship, why you should NEVER BET AGAINST NEW YORK, and how New Yorkers are taking a “wait and see” approach regarding its new mayor.

https://youtube.com/shorts/j9eLPDJxoD4?si=RriATTp1yl4oLCbd

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CHILEAN CLIENTS 🇨🇱

Chilean Nationals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any Chilean clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

“From a real estate brokerage viewpoint, Art Basel is invaluable...[It’s] another peg in the justification to have an estate in South Florida...We’ve sold countless homes from Miami and as far north as the Treasure Coast directly from an introduction to Art Basel.”

Article link: https://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2025/11/25/art-basel-miami-generate-millions-south-florida.html

From our November 2025 Master Brokers Forum + New York Residential Agent Continuum (NYRAC)) event, MBF past chair Alicia Cervera Lamadrid advises her fellow South Florida agents to pitch New York opportunities to clients during this unique window of time. https://youtube.com/shorts/cBzmdpMZZAo?feature=share

From our November 2025 Master Brokers Forum + New York Residential Agent Continuum event, NYRAC president Jason Haber shares his thoughts on how Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s policies are likely to work against the very people he’s trying to help. (See video at https://youtube.com/shorts/hTNOFHOnC5M?si=2NqB-j28s5RvLkAi)

Scenes from the October 2015 Miami Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion hosted by Park Grove. “Transformative Paths: How the Ludlam Trail and The Underline Will Impact Miami” familiarized members with the proposals for the new (at the time!) urban trails.

🚀🚀 South Florida home sales in September and October show a dramatic revival after a stagnant couple of years. Is this reversal some kind of instant “Mamdani effect,” or does the market truly have the right stuff for sustained altitude? We boldly take one small step into the data, and one giant leap into this edition of “South Florida By The Numbers”; a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal.

Article link: https://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/11/25/south-florida-by-the-numbers-one-giant-leap/

🧑‍💼 NEW REALTORS’ INCOME ⬇ $8,100 median
📉 EARLY-CAREER EARNINGS ⬇ 87% make under $50K
💰 TOP EARNERS (<2 yrs) ⬆ Only 2% made over $150K
🚫 EXCLUDING BROKERS: Less than 50% of all agents make over $50K
🔑 TRANSACTION VOLUME (<2 yrs): 71% closed fewer than 5 deals in 2024

Article link: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/article311750771.html

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CANADIAN CLIENTS 🇨🇦
Canadian Nationals can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any Canadian clients looking for homes in Florida, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

Many thanks to our friends at Greenview at Presidential for hosting yesterday's productive Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting! (Featuring another mortgage update from Rich Campanella and City National Bank of Florida.) To learn more about this unique project, visit https://lnkd.in/egBxgM6j.

🏡 HOME PRICES ⬆ 77% (since 2019)
💼 JOB GROWTH ⬆ 9.5% (vs. 5.5% nationally)
💰 LUXURY HOME SALES ⬆ from 8% → 24% of total
💵 ALL-CASH PURCHASES ⬆ 46% of $1M+ homes
🏠 LUXURY THRESHOLD ⬆ $1.4M → $3.5M
💎 ULTRA-LUXURY THRESHOLD ⬆ $3.5M → $10.7M
🚗 OUT-OF-STATE MOVERS ⬆ 22% (vs. 2019)
📈 2026 PRICE FORECAST ⬆ +3.4% (assuming rates stabilize)
💪 FUNDAMENTALS STRONG: Tight credit • High demand • Wealth migration

Article link: https://lnkd.in/e3yba2aF

🚨 For most of its 20 year history, the Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum has supported The Pantry of Broward with a toy drive and cash donations at our annual holiday party.

𝘽𝙐𝙏 𝙈𝙊𝙍𝙀 𝙀𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝘼𝙇 𝙎𝙐𝙋𝙋𝙊𝙍𝙏 𝙄𝙎 𝙉𝙀𝙀𝘿𝙀𝘿 𝙍𝙄𝙂𝙃𝙏 𝙉𝙊𝙒 - please see below and consider a monetary donation at https://www.thepantryofbroward.org/donate/

🎥 60 Seconds of Mastery!

The Gold Coast Master Brokers Forum took over the Tower Club Fort Lauderdale for an unforgettable evening — generously hosted by City National Bank of Florida.

Highlights included insights from CNB leaders Rich Campanella and Ricardo Garbati, and an inspiring keynote by David Keesee on “Winning the Shift: How to Continue Breaking Records in a Tight Market.” 💼🔥

Watch the recap and experience the energy, ideas, and connections that make every MBF event one of a kind!

https://youtube.com/shorts/V4dbzuolqUs?si=jV24BKVytkW06iJC

MASTER BROKER LISTING: Master Brokers Forum members Rose and Dean Sklar Team present the “Van Gogh” estate on a 35,052 square feet waterfront lot. This six-bedroom, five and one-half bath home features 6,910 square feet, with office, media, and sound-proof room.

Enter into the grand foyer with 24-foot ceilings, crown molding, wood and marble floors, and Savant home automation. The gourmet kitchen features marble counters, stainless appliances, a center island, and a temperature-controlled wine room. The main-level guest suite is perfect for multi-generational living or a live-in nanny. The primary suite upstairs includes a sitting area, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like bathroom. Step outside to your own oasis: infinity-edge heated saltwater pool, two poolside cabanas, sunken fire pit, playground, summer kitchen, and media projector. Added conveniences include accordion shutters, a full-home generator, and a mosquito-mist system. See attached features booklet.

11356 Canyon Maple Boulevard in Davie is currently listed by Rose and Dean Sklar, who can be reached at ‭954-298-3626 and sklarteam@gmail.com.

https://www.masterbrokersforum.com/Davie-mls-listing/A11788450.htm

Scenes from last night's EXTRAORDINARY Miami Master Brokers Forum dinner and discussion, generously hosted by City National Bank of Florida and in partnership with NYRAC! A deep dive into the impact of this week's elections and opportunities for Master Brokers to do business in NYC (and vice versa)!

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️

CPAs can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida.

If you have any CPA clients looking for homes, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

"...many of Miami’s luxury realtors interviewed by the Financial Times claim that the 'Mamdani effect' has caused an uptick in inquiries and home purchases from New Yorkers seeking to relocate. But that has yet to show up in much of the available data." (Article link below.)
https://archive.ph/3XquR#selection-1937.5-1941.58

"Miami-Dade's retail real estate is booming again. Stores are being leased by tenants, and the vacancy rate stands at just 3.5% across the county...space is primarily being filled by restaurants, health and fitness companies and medical services." (Article link below.)
https://www.axios.com/local/miami/2022/10/07/miami-dade-retail-real-estate-comeback

What do a legendary movie star, two international pop sensations, an iconic rapper-turned-actor, a sports media maven and a Real Housewife all have in common? They’ve all traded Hollywood lights for South Florida nights, and dropped some serious coin to make it happen. Will "Rocky" sensations in Tinseltown create even more "Good Vibrations" in Miami? We explore the La-La Land to Magic City migration trend in this edition of “South Florida by the Numbers”; a Master Brokers Forum partnership with The Real Deal.

Article link: https://therealdeal.com/miami/2025/10/30/south-florida-by-the-numbers-famous-folks-flock-to-florida/

Featuring this magnificent $42.5M point lot listed by Master Brokers Forum member Sheryl Hodor.

(Article link: https://lnkd.in/eWVxtVGq)

Scenes from the Miami Master Brokers Forum 2015 Holiday Party hosted by One Brickell, honoring Consuelo Stewart with the MBF "Legacy Award" and presenting $5,000 in scholarships to deserving FIU real estate students.

"South Florida’s residential market rallied in September, in a reversal of the region’s monthslong slowdown. Dollar volume in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties surged 13 percent to $4.3 billion, up from $3.8 billion last September..."
Article link: https://lnkd.in/etZZPN2W

"Miami-Dade and Broward real estate posted their best sales month of the year in September as total single-family homes and condo sales in both counties all grew year-over-year, according to statistics released by the Miami Association of Realtors." (Article link below.)
https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article312620694.html

Many thanks to our friends at Alevon (the first online marketplace exclusively renting fine art valued over $100,000) and The Standard Residences, Brickell Miami for hosting today's busy and productive Miami Master Brokers Forum board meeting!

OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR CLIENTS ‼️

Attorneys can now access special home loan programs through City National Bank of Florida. If you have any Attorney clients looking for homes, reach out to Rich Campanella, Vice President, Mortgage Banker, and the dedicated residential lending team at City National Bank of Florida.

📞 Connect with Rich at 954-647-0106 or rich.campanella@citynational.com to explore these unique opportunities and provide your clients with the best financial solutions available!

CNBFL Member FDIC

“𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙂𝙇𝙊𝘽𝘼𝙇 𝘼𝙋𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙄𝙏𝙀 𝙁𝙊𝙍 𝙈𝙄𝘼𝙈𝙄’𝙎 𝙏𝙊𝙋-𝙏𝙄𝙀𝙍 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝙇 𝙀𝙎𝙏𝘼𝙏𝙀 𝙍𝙀𝙈𝘼𝙄𝙉𝙎 𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙒𝙀𝙇𝙇, 𝘽𝙐𝙔𝙀𝙍𝙎 𝙏𝙊𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝘼𝙍𝙀 𝙅𝙐𝙎𝙏 𝙈𝙊𝙍𝙀 𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉𝘼𝙇—𝙁𝙊𝘾𝙐𝙎𝙀𝘿 𝙊𝙉 𝙇𝙄𝙁𝙀𝙎𝙏𝙔𝙇𝙀 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙇𝙊𝙉𝙂-𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙈 𝙑𝘼𝙇𝙐𝙀.” (Article link below.)
https://www.mansionglobal.com/articles/home-sales-boomed-in-floridas-priciest-regions-in-the-third-quarter-bbbdf651?mod=top_markets_miami

These Master Brokers Forum members won the "Managing Broker of the Year" and "Charitable Service" categories in this year's South Florida Agent magazine Agents' Choice Awards. (Announcement page link below.) Congratulations!
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