Episodes
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Economic Insights: September 2024 — Dr. Marci Rossell | Ep. 91
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
Wednesday Oct 02, 2024
The Federal Reserve surprised many by cutting rates by 50 basis points instead of the expected 25, marking the first dissent in 20 years. In this episode of the Miami real estate podcast, economist Dr. Marci Rossell of leading real estate companies of the world shares her insight on what this move means. Does it indicate deeper concerns about the economy, or something else? She answers this question plus her top takeaways across the board on economic insights, including mortgage rates, housing demand, employment, and global economic divergence.
Guest: Dr. Marci RossellHost: Jessica EdgertonProducer: Omar De Windt, Veronica Paris
Monday Sep 16, 2024
How to: Generate Leads & Brand Yourself on Youtube — Steven Vargas | Ep. 90
Monday Sep 16, 2024
Monday Sep 16, 2024
In this episode re-run, we revisit our conversation with Steven Vargas, a real estate investor with 15 doors and over $4 million in real estate holdings. As co-founder of Condifante Property Management and leader of The Vargas Team at Cervera Real Estate, Steven shares how his dedication — and his YouTube channel, @stevenvargas, with 6.48K followers and over 30K monthly views — have fueled his success. He breaks down everything from branding yourself on YouTube, choosing the right equipment, and creating engaging, monetized content, to how his channel has generated valuable leads. Don’t miss this episode packed with insights to help you grow your real estate brand on YouTube!
Guest: Steven Vargas
Host: Omar De Windt
Producer: Veronica Paris
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Economic Insights: August 2024 — Dr. Marci Rossell | Ep. 89
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Welcome to another installment of Economic Insights, brought to you by the Miami Real Estate Podcast! This month, our correspondent Jessica Edgerton from Leading Real Estate Companies of the World®️ brings us the latest analysis from their Chief Economist, Dr. Marci Rossell. Tune in as Jessica shares Dr. Rossell's top 5 takeaways for August 2024.Japan’s Economic Shockwaves: The Bank of Japan's surprise rate hike created global market volatility, particularly affecting the "carry trade" strategy. Despite this, Dr. Rossell believes it is unlikely to trigger a global or U.S. recession.
U.S. Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations: With inflation at 2.9% — the lowest since 2021 — a rate cut is expected in September, and another after the November election. Mortgage rates could stabilize around 5.5%.
Mortgage Rate Fluctuations: Mortgage rates have increased slightly, but as they approach 5.5%, refinancing risks diminish, potentially bringing stability by year-end.
No Evidence of U.S. Economic Slowdown: Despite high prices, consumer spending and job growth remain strong, with GDP growth projected at 2.9%. Dr. Rossell sees no signs of a U.S. recession.
Global Economic Outlook: Japan's economic changes have affected countries with overvalued currencies, but as the U.S. Federal Reserve lowers rates, emerging markets like Mexico and Brazil could benefit from increased investment.
Guest: Dr. Marci Rossell
Host: Jessica Edgerton
Producer: Omar De Windt, Veronica Paris
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Miami Condo Market Health Check — David Podein | Ep.88
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
In this episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with David Podein, an equity partner at Haber Law, to explore the current landscape of Miami's condo market. David breaks down the market into three key segments: the high-end market, which is thriving with record-breaking prices; the middle market, facing challenges due to new reserve requirements and recertification costs; and the lower end, struggling with aging buildings and expensive repairs.
David shares valuable advice for condo buyers, emphasizing the importance of conducting thorough due diligence on a building’s financial health, reserves, and upcoming projects—essentially treating the purchase like an investment in a company. He also discusses recent Florida legislation, including Senate Bill 4D and HB 1021, which have increased transparency and empowered condo owners.
Finally, David delves into the growing trend of condo terminations, where entire buildings are sold to developers, and provides insight into strategies like "conditional terminations" that give associations more control. Whether you're a buyer, investor, or simply curious about Miami's real estate market, this episode offers key insights you won't want to miss.
Guest: David Podein
Host: Omar De Windt
Producer: Veronica Paris
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Lead to Loyalty: 4 Keys to Real Estate Success — Bill Brothers | Ep. 87
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Unlock the keys to real estate success in Miami with insider tips from Cervera Real Estate Top Producer, Bill Brothers. Discover invaluable advice for new agents on how to kickstart your career and thrive in the competitive Miami real estate market. In this episode, Bill shares his insights on: 🔑 The 4 essential keys to real estate success for new agents 🔑 Best practices for converting prospects into loyal clients 🔑 Effective follow-up strategies that lead to closing deals 🔑 The art of closing the deal and building long-term client loyalty 🔑 Mastering real estate branding to stand out in the Miami market Don't miss out on these game-changing strategies—tune in now and take your first step toward becoming a top producer in Miami real estate! Subscribe to our podcast for more expert tips and insider knowledge.Host: Omar De Windt Producer: Veronica Paris
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Miami real estate expert Alicia Cervera Lamadrid shares her perspective on the NAR settlement agreement, the Miami condo market, and key issues impacting South Florida real estate.
Often hailed as one of Miami's most influential power players, Alicia Cervera Lamadrid stands as an indomitable force in the vibrant South Florida real estate industry. Throughout her remarkable real estate journey, Cervera Lamadrid has worked alongside various iconic developers to achieve the successful sellout of more than 125 luxury high-rise condominiums across South Florida, facilitating over $20 billion in sales. Together with her visionary mother, Alicia Cervera Sr., founder of Cervera Real Estate, and her sister, Veronica Cervera Goeseke, she has played an integral role in the revitalization of neighborhoods across the region, including Brickell, Miami Beach’s South of Fifth, Downtown Miami, Coconut Grove, and Edgewater.
Today, as Managing Partner of Cervera Real Estate, she oversees more than $4.5 billion of real estate sales in pre-construction and general real estate. Above all, Cervera Lamadrid remains more bullish than ever on the future of Miami and its status as a leading global city.
Host: Omar De Windt
Producer: Veronica Paris
Guest: Alicia Cervera Lamadrid
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Economic Insights Report: June 2024 — Dr. Marci Rossell | Ep. 85
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Here is your June 2024 Economic Insights Report, presented by Miami Real Estate Podcast correspondent Jessica Edgerton and Dr. Marci Rossell, Chief Economist for Leading Real Estate Companies of the World.
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
How to Webinar Like a Pro — Olivia Steele | Ep. 84
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Olivia Steele, #GIRLBOSS and Digital Business Consultant joins us for an episode on how to upgrade your webinar game, from mastering your presentation skills to maximizing engagement, Olivia shares her top strategies.
Objective Setting
Monetization Strategy
Technology Recommendations
Audience Promotion
Creative Monetization
Olivia Steele is a CEO, Angel Investor, and mother known for her expertise in virtual communication sales strategy. She's pioneering a new venture called Divine Feminine Leader, aiming to redefine virtual client interactions to luxury-level engagements. Olivia has developed the world's only virtual retail sales certifications, collaborating with top luxury brands. She boasts a 1500% increase in sales for brands she's worked with. Olivia is also committed to investing in the future of fearless females, blending innovation, investment, and advocacy in her approach.
Host: Omar De Windt
Guest: Olivia Steele
Producers: Omar De Windt; Veronica Aizpurua
Art: Alberto Arevalo
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Monday Mar 18, 2024
Economic Insights Report: March 2024 — Dr. Marci Rossell | Ep. 83
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
In this episode of Economic Insights for March 2024, presented by the Miami Real Estate Podcast in collaboration with LeadingRE and Luxury Portfolio International, our hosts, Chief Economist Dr. Marci Rosell and podcast correspondent Jessica Edgerton, explore the factors influencing the Federal Reserve's target interest rate. With the economy growing at around 2.5% and inflation hovering at 2%, there's a nuanced calculation to determine the appropriate Fed funds target rate. The discussion delves into the importance of monitoring inflation closely and adjusting interest rates accordingly, to maintain economic stability.
Furthermore, they examine the structure of the Federal Reserve System and its regional banks, emphasizing their pivotal role in shaping monetary policy decisions. Shifting focus, they analyze the dynamics of mortgage rates and the challenges facing commercial real estate, particularly office spaces. While some sectors, like warehousing and senior housing, thrive, office space accounts for a significant portion of commercial real estate facing challenges.
Zooming out to a global perspective, they discuss significant shifts in working-age populations in major economies like China, which is facing a decline in its workforce. This demographic trend has far-reaching implications for global economic dynamics. Lastly, they touch on upcoming updates in the antitrust landscape before concluding the episode.
Join them as they navigate through these economic insights, providing valuable perspectives on the current economic landscape. Stay tuned for more updates in their future episodes.
Friday Jan 12, 2024
2024 Rental Market Insights — Richard Ross | Ep. 82
Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
In this podcast episode, Richard Ross, CEO of Quinn Residences, discusses the 2024 rental market. Quinn Residences, an institutionally backed developer, owns 5,200 homes in the southeastern U.S., focusing on starter homes. They offer affordable rental communities with amenities and position their homes as 46-50% cheaper to rent than buy. The episode explores rental market trends, Quinn Residences' approach, and future industry trends, including technology and green features. The company collaborates with realtors, considers market expansion, and identifies hot growth markets. Overall, the episode provides insights into the current state and future trends of the rental market.
About Us
The Miami Real Estate Podcast is produced and distributed by Cervera Real Estate, one of the oldest and largest independently owned brokerages in South Florida. Founded in 1969, Cervera has exclusively represented over 115 luxury high-rise condominium towers across the region, closed more than $16 billion in sales, and played an integral role in the revitalization of neighborhoods, including: Brickell, Miami Beach’s South of Fifth, Downtown Miami, and East Edgewater.
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