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Miami real estate update for Sept. 11: a West Miami neighborhood property changes hands, The Lincoln in Coconut Grove la...
09/11/2026

Miami real estate update for Sept. 11: a West Miami neighborhood property changes hands, The Lincoln in Coconut Grove lands construction financing, Naranja affordable housing advances, downtown closures continue, and mortgage rates are up again. Read the full local recap:

A September 11, 2026 Miami real estate news recap on West Miami property reuse, Coconut Grove construction financing, Naranja affordable housing, downtown closures, and mortgage rates.

Who actually pays your buyer's agent in Miami-Dade and Broward?The 2026 commission rules changed the paperwork, but here...
09/10/2026

Who actually pays your buyer's agent in Miami-Dade and Broward?

The 2026 commission rules changed the paperwork, but here is what most buyers do not realize: the large majority of sellers still offer buyer agent compensation, typically 2% to 2.5%. And when a seller does not offer it, it can be negotiated into your offer as a seller concession.

For most of the buyers we represent in South Florida, that means our representation does not cost them money out of pocket. But it has to be structured correctly from the moment the offer is written.

Why this matters right now: Miami-Dade homes are averaging about 91 days on market, and single-family inventory is up nearly 39% year over year. Sellers are more willing to negotiate than they have been in years, on price, repairs, closing costs, and rate buydowns. But somebody has to ask.

Full breakdown, including a FAQ on buyer representation agreements in Florida:
https://williamgartinrealestate.com/blog/who-pays-buyer-agent-commission-miami-broward-2026

Questions? Call or text 305-842-6097. No cost, no obligation.

08/20/2026

USDA loans help buyers in eligible rural and suburban areas finance 100% of a home’s value in many cases, bypassing the typical 3% to 20% down payment.

Read: https://rltor.cm/veQ8T7

Miami real estate news for July 26: West Miami-Dade just opened major transit-oriented housing, Downtown construction is...
07/26/2026

Miami real estate news for July 26: West Miami-Dade just opened major transit-oriented housing, Downtown construction is still moving, rates remain elevated, and I-395 work will affect commutes this week. Read today's William Gartin Real Estate update: https://williamgartinrealestate.com/blog/miami-real-estate-news-july-26-2026-transit-downtown-rates

Miami real estate news for July 26, 2026, covering West Miami-Dade transit-oriented housing, Downtown Miami construction, mortgage rates, cost pressure, luxury demand, and I-395 impacts.

Miami real estate news for July 24: workforce housing on public land in South Dade, Naranja affordable housing near the ...
07/24/2026

Miami real estate news for July 24: workforce housing on public land in South Dade, Naranja affordable housing near the Transitway, a Lincoln Road office vote in Miami Beach, mortgage rates at 6.58%, and downtown construction closures. Full recap: https://williamgartinrealestate.com/blog/miami-real-estate-news-july-24-2026-school-housing-lincoln-road-rates

July 24, 2026 Miami real estate news on school-site workforce housing, Naranja affordable housing, Lincoln Road office plans, rates, and downtown closures.

Miami homeowners: aging-friendly design does not have to feel clinical. Today's blog covers simple upgrades for safer ba...
07/22/2026

Miami homeowners: aging-friendly design does not have to feel clinical. Today's blog covers simple upgrades for safer bathrooms, better lighting, easier entries, smarter storage, and long-term home value. Read the full guide here:

Reviewed July 22, 2026: practical aging-friendly upgrades for Miami and South Florida homes that improve safety, comfort, daily living, and property value.

Small aging-friendly upgrades can make a Miami home safer, more comfortable, and easier to enjoy now, while also support...
07/22/2026

Small aging-friendly upgrades can make a Miami home safer, more comfortable, and easier to enjoy now, while also supporting long-term property value. Read the new William Gartin Real Estate guide for practical ideas for South Florida homeowners:

Reviewed July 22, 2026: practical aging-friendly upgrades for Miami and South Florida homes that improve safety, comfort, daily living, and property value.

07/21/2026

🏡 El mercado de condominios en Miami y Broward CAMBIO. Y cambio a favor del comprador.

Hay mas inventario, las propiedades duran mas tiempo en el mercado y los vendedores estan negociando de verdad. En el rango de $300,000 a $600,000 es donde mas se nota. Si querias comprar un condominio, hoy tienes opciones, tiempo y poder de negociacion. 💪

Pero ojo, hay algo que TODO comprador debe saber antes de firmar 👇

📋 Despues de Surfside, Florida cambio las reglas del juego:

1️⃣ Milestone Inspection - inspeccion estructural obligatoria para edificios de 3 pisos o mas al alcanzar cierta antiguedad.

2️⃣ SIRS (Structural Integrity Reserve Study) - obliga a la asociacion a reservar dinero para techo, estructura, impermeabilizacion, plomeria, electricidad, sistema contra incendios y ventanas. La ley HB 913, en vigor desde el 1 de julio de 2025, ajusto varios de estos requisitos.

⚠️ Resultado: hoy existen DOS tipos de edificios en South Florida.

✅ Los que ya hicieron su tarea: cuota mas alta, pero SIN sorpresas.
❌ Los atrasados: cuota baja y precio atractivo… con riesgo de una derrama especial de miles de dolares que te cae DESPUES de comprar.

Dos condominios pueden verse identicos en la foto y tener $20,000 o mas de diferencia en costo real. La diferencia no esta en la cocina, esta en los documentos del edificio. 📝

🔑 Lo que reviso con mis clientes ANTES de hacer una oferta:

1️⃣ Si el edificio completo su Milestone Inspection y cual fue el resultado.
2️⃣ Si existe el SIRS y si las reservas estan fondeadas.
3️⃣ Las actas y el presupuesto de la asociacion.
4️⃣ Si hay derrama especial pendiente y quien la paga.
5️⃣ Que cubre realmente la cuota mensual.
6️⃣ Si el edificio esta aprobado para tu financiamiento (FHA, VA o convencional).

💡 Y algo clave: con este nivel de inventario, muchos vendedores estan dispuestos a pagar la derrama pendiente o dar credito al cierre. Pero eso hay que pedirlo y negociarlo bien.

📊 Las tasas: segun Freddie Mac, el promedio a 30 anos se ubico en 6.55% en el reporte del 16 de julio de 2026 (hace un ano estaba en 6.75%). La tasa a 15 anos promedio 5.93%. La tasa la puedes refinanciar despues. El precio de compra queda fijo para siempre.
https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms

🤝 En que te ayudo, sin ningun costo y sin compromiso:
Busco propiedades segun tu presupuesto y necesidades, te envio opciones todos los dias, reviso contigo los documentos y reservas del edificio, coordino las visitas y te acompano desde la busqueda hasta el cierre. ⭐

📲 Llamame o escribeme al 305-842-6097

Your home should feel clean, calm, and genuinely fresh before anyone walks through the door. Today’s Home and Garden blo...
07/20/2026

Your home should feel clean, calm, and genuinely fresh before anyone walks through the door. Today’s Home and Garden blog shares practical Miami homeowner tips for reducing musty odors, managing humidity, freshening kitchens, closets, drains, pet areas, and helping a home feel more showing-ready without overdoing candles or sprays.

Read the full article here: https://williamgartinrealestate.com/blog/how-to-make-your-miami-home-smell-fresh-clean-and-showing-ready

William Gartin Real Estate
williamgartinrealestate.com

Reviewed July 20, 2026: Practical freshness tips for Miami homeowners to control odors, humidity, kitchen smells, soft surfaces, and protect South Florida home value.

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