The PLATTinum Team

10/18/2024

The PLATTinum Team does it again! We closed on this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo with over 1,000 square feet for $489,000. That's the highest priced ever paid for at Bridgehampton Bay! We want to congratulate our sellers and thank them for giving us the opportunity to help make their real estate dreams come true.

With over 22 years worth of real estate experience and over $600M in sales, The PLATTinum Team is the number 1 choice when buying, selling or investing in Tampa/St. Petersburg and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale. If you are looking for true real estate professionals, give us a call today.

10/16/2024

Here's an interesting piece of information that Realtor.com posted:

The top 10 metros where listing home prices are down the most in terms of YOY price growth:

Miami, FL: -12.4%
Cincinnati, OH: -9.5%
San Francisco, CA: -8.9%
Kansas City, MO: -8.4%
Austin, TX: -6.6%
Jacksonville, FL: -6.1%
Denver, CO: -6%
Orlando, FL: -5.6%
Tampa, FL: -5.5%
Nashville, TN: -5.4%

Because my team sells in Miami/Ft. Lauderdale and Tampa/St. Pete, I can agree with the numbers I'm seeing here.

I had dinner last night with two friends of ours who were offered a buyout from a local builder. They asked me to review the numbers and give my opinion. I shared that the builder was underbidding their properties value by almost $20/square foot and the difference was over $200,000.

Having a professional realtor on your side can help you prevent a significant downfall. Don't let people take advantage of a crisis situation. Real estate is the one of the biggest investments you will make and while a natural disaster does allow for opportunities, make sure this opportunity is a win win for all parties.

If you need a consultation before you make a decision, feel free to reach out to me at 786-281-1965.

10/14/2024

Many friends here in St. Petersburg are calling me about offers they are receiving from builders and investors. They want me to review their contracts to see if they are getting the best deal possible. This is when you have to rely on a true real estate professional like myself to determine whether it pays to rehab and sell or sell as is. And what is the true value of your home. 99% of the builders and investors are going to do what's best for their pocket book, not yours. DO NOT SIGN ANY OFFERS until you've consulted with me first.

I know these are challenging times. I've been through the worse of the worse with hurricane Andrew. ALL of Miami looked like a bomb had gone off and people were desperate. Those that rehabbed their homes and then listed them made almost twice what they thought they could because of the lack of inventory and the desperation for housing. Plus, people received their checks from the insurance company and many where able to buy their new homes with cash. That's why the investors/developers want to buy your home now.

Take a deep breath and give me a call, let's talk about your next steps 786-281-1965. The PLATTinum Team has been selling real estate from Florida, coast to coast for over 22 years. We are the industry professionals.

09/07/2024

I have two antique Belgium tapestries for sale. The smaller one measures 34.5" X 45.5" and the larger one is 45.5" X 83". This is for a specific buyer who really loves European art pieces. They are both machine and hand woven. Truly unique. The smaller one is priced at $250 and the larger one is $500. IM me if you're intersted.

08/22/2024

Day 2 of our fundraiser to raise $500,000 through our Go Fund me site. Please consider donating whatever amount you can
https://givebutter.com/nasdforg

08/20/2024

It's day 1 of our fundraiser to raise $500,000 for NASDF. We're working hard to make a difference in the lives of parents and children across the country and now we need your help. NASDF pays to provide products, services and discounts to all of our members and the larger our base, the better resources we can provide. We're trying to extend our reach and raise the level of our benefits so that we can serve more people and continue our advocacy work. Please take a moment to read our story and donate whatever you can. Every dollar helps us expand our reach. Thank you for your support.

Help NASDF reach our goal so we may continue to serve parents and families across the country.

08/19/2024

I'll try to make this brief to keep your attention.

What is NASDF? It's something I've been working on and passionate about for the last 30 years. Many facets have come together recently (a co-founder, funding, resources, partnerships) that have enabled me to launch the National Association for Single and Divorced Families. We are the first membership-based association that offers products, services, support and resources to those getting a divorce, currently divorced or have a single-family household. For just $19/month, we provide products like, free mental health sessions, career guidance, real estate services, financial assistance, mediation services, discount prescription drug cards and even discount on the benefits offered by AFLAC to name a few.

As a group purchasing organization (GPO), the larger our membership numbers increase, so do our products and corporations who will be willing to work with us. Companies like Target, Publix, credit unions, meal subscription companies, even national car dealerships can offer our members greater discounts and services.

It also gives us a louder voice when it comes to our advocacy work; Foster Care Reform and the creation of – and partnership with other organizations currently enacting 2-Gen programs, established with the goal of holistically improving a family’s quality of life.

Tomorrow, we are launching our fundraising campaign. Our goal is to raise $500,000 so we can expand our association nationwide, increase our membership base and provide more resources, discounted products, services and free benefits.

If all you can afford is a $5 donation, that would be great. If you can offer us a larger contribution, provide a corporate sponsor or make connections for us that would help us raise or exceed our goal, we would be humbly appreciative.

What would be even greater is if you could share this cause with your friends, family and associates and ask them to contribute as well. Why, because you’re not just investing in another company, you’re investing in humanity.

08/15/2024

Who needs fantastic furniture?? I'm discounting these pieces to sell quickly. Any stagers out there that want some classic pieces? Two Wassily style chairs, buffet and full bedrooms set.

08/12/2024

Cute dinette set, glass table, stainless steel base and two bar stools. Priced at $75