Fidan Noriega

JADE BEACH CONDO, SUNNY ISLES BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:44:39 -0700

Jade Beach

· Район : Sunny Isles Beach

· Адрес : 17001 COLLINS, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

· Построенв : 2008

· Архитектор : Carlos Ott

· Застройщик : Fortune International

· Всего Квартир : 235

· Всего Этажей : 53

· Размеры Квартир : 947 Фут² - 8210 Фут² (88 M² - 763 M²)

· На Продажу : $ 619,000 - $ 10,900,000

· Оплата за Услуги : $ 0.47/Фут² ( $ 5/M²)

Jade Beach является новым современным Smart зданием на Sunny Isles Beach. Jade Beach представляет собой 51-этажное здание с 248 апартаментами площадью от 1,100 до 3,000 квадратных футов. Jade Beach расположен в самом центре Sunny Isles, между Aventura и Bal Harbour, а также в нескольких минутах езды от Miami и Fort Lauderdale аэропортов.

· парадный вход с впечатляющими каскадными фонтанами

· беспроводной высокоскоростной доступ в Интернет

· частные лифты

· частный пляж с кафе-клубом

· современный фитнес-центр, Technogym TМ, цифровые технологии

· СПА салон, лечебные и массажные кабинеты, сауны

· 24- часовые бизнес-центры с частными офисами и конференц-залами

· 24-часовая служба VALET и крытый паркинг на всех уровнях

· 24-часовая служба консьерж и безопасности и т.д.

FOR MORE INFO CALL FIDAN NORIEGA @ 305-336-5423

ACQUALINA CONDO, SUNNY ISLES BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:27:28 -0700

ACQUALINA CONDO, SUNNY ISLES BEACH

• Район : Sunny Isles Beach

• Адрес : 17875 COLLINS, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

• Построен в : 2006

• Архитектор : Robert Swedroe

• Застройщик : BSG Development

• Всего Квартир : 285

• Всего Этажей : 52

• Размеры Квартир : 709 Фут² - 5402 Фут² (65 M² - 501 M²)

• Продажa: $ 459,000 - $ 6,900,000

• Оплата за Услуги : $ 0.90/Фут² ( $ 10/M²)

• Расположенное на побережье Атлантического океана между FortLaudendale и Miami на белых песчаных пляжах SunnyIslesBeach, Acqualina чарующей атмосферой воплощает в себе дух роскоши, спокойствия и удовольствия.

Acqualina включает в себя:

• 3 ресторана, один из которых знаменитый итальянский ресторан IlMulinoNewYork

• 3 бассейна

• Курортного лечения и услуги SPA мирового класса

• AcquaMarina детские программы на основе морской биологии

• 24-часовой паркинг и охранная система

• причал для яхт в Williams Island Marina

• услуги бизнес-центра.

• Acqualina подразделяется в диапозоне от 2555 до 9130 квадратных футов и предлагает от 2 до 6 спален. Паноромный вид, открывающийся на океан, огни города и окрестности.

• Высокоскоростные лифты с доступом в частные апартаменты

• Великолепный панорамный вид

• Потолки высотой 9-10 футов

• Большие просторные террасы

• Система фильтрации воды

• Полная система прачечной

• 24-часовая система охраны

• Двери из прочных пород дерева

• Современная бытовая техника на кухне

• Sub-Zero холодильник/морозильник

• Раковины из нержавеющей стали

• Встроенные кофеварки

• Полированные гранитные столешницы

• Ванные комнаты выполнены в европейском стиле с мраморными стенами

• Импортные мраморные стол под раковину и напольные покрытия

• Душевые имеют стеклянные дверцы и мраморные скамьи

• Дизайнерские смесители и массажный душ

• Декоративные окна

• Роскошные массажные ванны

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2BD PLUS DEN 2.5 BATH FOR SALE IN LA PERLA, OCEANFRONT RESIDENCES IN SUNNY ISLES BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:46:20 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

16699 COLLINS AVE, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

2BD PLUS DEN 2.5 BATH FOR SALE IN LA PERLA, OCEANFRONT CONDO,
GORGEOUS VIEW OF OCEAN

2BR/2+1BA Condo

offered at $549,900

Year Built	2006
Sq Footage	1,637
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$842 per month

DESCRIPTION

La Perla Condos - Sunny Isles Beach Oceanfront Condos
La Perla condos offer a unique oceanfront park setting for your entrance into your new Sunny Isles Beach luxury condo, where manicured tropical grounds and cascading fountains greet guests and residents alike. The landscaped sundeck is the perfect spot to spend an afternoon enjoying the view of the expansive, white-sand beach or relaxing in the large, beachfront whirlpool spa.
With just 326 residences,La Perla will be home to a chosen few. Designed by famed Kobi Karp, La Perla will be ready for the 2006/2007 winter season. It's oceanfront location in Sunny Isles Beach make it easily accessible to all that South Florida has to offer. Contact the Miami Condo Lifestyle team of real estate professional today to get your residence and start planning your winter retreat!
Shop for the finest fashions at Aventura Mall or the Bal Harbour shoppes. Dance in South Beach tonight and soend tomorrow afternoon at a symphony performance or major league sporting event. La Perla Ocean Residences puts you at the center of the best shopping, dining and endless cultural and recreational choices. You'll love the excitement and luxury lifestyle for which South Florida is known.
La Perla Condos - Building Amenities
• Oceanfront location
• Four elevators for residents plus service elevator
• Enter thru oceanfront park
• Landscaped sundeck with oceanside pool
• Beachfront whirlpool
• Hi-tech fitness center
• 24-hour valet and front desk service
• Conference room and business center
• Sports lounge with billiards
• Children's playroom
• Secure package delivery
• Secured owner storage facilities
• Multiple jacks for cable, Internet access and phones
• Energy-efficient air conditioning
• Environmentally responsible recycling chutes
La Perla Condos - Residence Features
• Ocean and Intracoastal Waterviews
• Floor-to-ceiling tinted glass
• glass-railed balconies
• Iceramic flooring in entry foyer, kitchen, and bath
• Wall-to-wall carpet throughout
• Italian kitchen cabinetry
• Granite kitchen countertops
• GE energy-efficient appliances
• Stainless steel sinks
• Kohler bath fixtures
• Marble vanity tops
• Full washer/dryer in laundry

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL FIDAN NORIEGA @ 305-336-5423
WWW.FLORIDAFUTUREHOME.COM

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Walk-in closet
- Office/Den	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Granite countertop
- Stainless steel appliances	- Washer	- Dryer
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Covered parking	- Guest parking
- Business center	- Clubhouse	- Fitness center
- Swimming pool(s)	- Secured entry	- Elevator

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 15, 2011, 9:43am PDT

FOR SALE 3BD 2.5 BATH UNIT IN LA PERLA, SUNNY ISLES BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 14:16:56 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

16699 COLLINS AVE, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

BEAUTIFUL 3BD 2.5 BATH UNIT IN LA PERLA, OCEANFRONT CONDO IN SUNNY
ISLES BEACH

3BR/2+1BA Condo

offered at $450,000

Year Built	2006
Sq Footage	1,715
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$842 per month

DESCRIPTION

La Perla condo Sunny Isles is more than a home -- it offers you an incomparable lifestyle complete with 24-hour valet service and front desk attendant, an ocean view fitness center and more. Maid service is also available, as is select food service from a adjacent restaurant. For your business needs, make use of our business center and conference room.

When it's time to entertain, La Perla condo Sunny Isles offers a multi-functional party room and sports lounge, with a billboard room. And for your security and convenience, building amenities also include secured owner storage facilities, secure front desk package delivery, plus pre-wired phone lines with multiple jacks for cable television and Internet access. Whatever you need to work, play and live the good life is yours at La Perla Ocean Residences.

EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS FROM EVERY ROOM IN THIS 2 BEDROOM + DEN LANAI. HUGE THREE TERRACES. ENJOY ALL AMENITIES OCEANFRONT HEATED POOL,BEACH SERVICE, FITNESS CENTER, PARTY ROOM, SPORT LOUNGE ROOM, KIDS ROOM, MEDIA ROOM, 24 HR CONCIERGE/VALET AND MUCH MORE. WALKING DISTANCE TO SHOPS, RESTAURANT AND MORE.

FOR MORE INFO CALL FIDAN NORIEGA @ 305-336-5423
WWW.FLORIDAFUTUREHOME.COM

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Office/Den
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Granite countertop	- Stainless steel appliances
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Covered parking	- Guest parking
- Business center	- Clubhouse	- Fitness center
- Swimming pool(s)	- Elevator

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 15, 2011, 8:53am PDT

Mortgage rates fall again, 30-year near record low

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:22:51 -0700

WASHINGTON – Aug. 12, 2011 – Fixed mortgage rates fell to at or near record lows. That’s good news for the few who can afford to buy a home or are able to refinance. But the rates have done little to lift the ailing housing market.

Freddie Mac said Thursday that the average rate for the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 4.32 percent this week from 4.39 percent. The 30-year loan hit a record low of 4.17 percent in mid-November.

The average rate on a 15-year fixed mortgage, a popular refinancing option, fell to a record low of 3.50 percent, from last week’s record rate of 3.54 percent.

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UNIT FOR SALE IN PLAZA TOWERS UNIT 1403, HALLANDALE BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:34:41 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

1849 S. OCEAN DR #1403, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

FOR SALE 1BD 1.5 BATH UNIT WITH OCEAN VIEW IN PLAZA TOWERS SOUTH, HALLANDALE BEACH, ACROSS FROM THE OCEAN

1BR/1+1BA Condo

offered at $139,000

Year Built	1973
Sq Footage	900
Bedrooms	1
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Uncovered spaces
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$139,000 per month

DESCRIPTION

BEAUTIFUL AND SPACOIUS 1BD 1.5 BATH UNIT WITH INTRACOASTAL AND OCEAN VIEWS. UPDATED UNIT WITH OPEN KITCHEN, TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT, VERY CLEAN AND BRIGHT. EXCELLENT LOCATION, ACROSS FROM THE BEACH. UNIT IS BEING SOLD FURNISHED. OWNER IS MOTIVATED, BRING YOUR OFFERS.

If you are looking to buy, sell or rent properties in Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood Beach, South Beach, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale call Fidan Noriega @ 305-336-5423, email mfidan@hotmail.com
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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Walk-in closet
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio	- Swimming pool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Guest parking	- Business center	- Clubhouse
- Fitness center	- Swimming pool(s)

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 9, 2011, 8:15am PDT

If you are looking to buy, sell or rent properties in Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood Beach, South Beach, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale call Fidan Noriega @ 305-336-5423, email mfidan@hotmail.com www.floridafuturehome.com aventura condos, sunny isles beach condos, miami beach condos, south beach condos, fidan noriega, hallandale beach condo, fort lauderdale condos for sale

FOR SALE 1BD 1.5BATH IN SIAN OCEANFRONT RESIDENCES, 4001 S. OCEAN DR #4C, HOLLYWOOD BEACH

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 12:05:07 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

4001 S. OCEAN DR #4C, Hollywood Beach, FL

REMODELED, OCEANFRONT 1BD 1.5BATH CONDO LOCATED IN HOLLYWOOD BEACH, FULLY FURNISHED, JUST BRING YOUR TOOTH BRUSH

1BR/1+1BA Condo

offered at $195,000

Year Built	1970
Sq Footage	980
Bedrooms	1
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$620 per month

DESCRIPTION

BEAUTIFUL OCEANFRONT CONDO, BUILDING WAS REMODELED IN 2005, BUILDING HAS POOL, EXCERSIZE ROOM, BILLIARD ROOM. THIS IS LARGE, BRIGHT, VERY SPACIOUS 1BD 1.5 BATH UNIT WITH OCEANVIEW. UNIT HAS BEEN REMODELED, TILE FLOORING THROUGHT. UNITS IS BEING SOLD FULLY FURNISHED, THE FURNITURE IS LIKE NEW. JUST BRING YOUR TOOTHBRUSH. THIS IS EXCELLENT INVESTMENT, SECOND HOME OPPORTUNITY. CAN RENT IMMEDIATELY. MAINTENANCE INCLUDES A/C. CALL LISTING AGENT FOR SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS.

If you are looking to buy, sell or rent properties in Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood Beach, South Beach, Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale call Fidan Noriega @ 305-336-5423, email mfidan@hotmail.com
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see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Swimming pool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Covered parking	- Guest parking
- Business center	- Clubhouse	- Fitness center

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Aug 9, 2011, 6:51am PDT

Trouble ahead for PMI Mortgage Insurance Co.

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 11:37:21 -0700

NEW YORK – Aug. 8, 2011 – PMI Mortgage Insurance Co. (PMI), one of the nation’s largest private mortgage firms, warned that it might have to stop writing insurance policies in 16 states due to the company’s severe financial losses. Homebuyers generally must pay for private mortgage insurance if their down payment is less than 20 percent.

On Thursday, Standard & Poor’s downgraded the PMI Group and its subsidiary PMI Mortgage Insurance Co.’s credit and financial strength rating, giving it a negative outlook due to the company’s steep losses in recent months.

“We believe PMI remains highly vulnerable to further adverse reserve development over the next 12 months,” S&P said in a statement, lowering PMI Mortgage Insurance Co.’s rating from “B-” to “CCC-” and PMI’s holding company, The PMI Group, from “CCC-” to “CC.”

When the Dow fell drastically 500 points Thursday over fears of a weakening economy, PMI faced one of the biggest hits, seeing its stock drop more than 50 percent. In the second quarter of 2011, PMI recorded net operating losses of $338.4 million. The excess losses were a result of a $242.6 million increase in reserves caused primarily by a decrease in expected future claim denials net of reversals, according to S&P.

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Offshore investors snapping up Fla. real estate

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 11:31:18 -0700

MIAMI (AP) – Aug. 8, 2011 – Offshore investors are flocking to Florida’s distressed real estate prices as major companies with ties to Hong Kong, Spain, Argentina and Malaysia are snapping up properties sensing the local market has bottomed.

International companies can park their investment and position themselves for the next development cycle, said Tere Blanca, president and chief executive officer of Miami-based Blanca Commercial Real Estate.

“Acquiring prime properties at discount prices in the height of the market was not achievable. Whomever has deep liquidity and can be nimble and act when opportunities arise can acquire properties at what we consider to be solid pricing,” he said, according to the Daily Business Review.

Stephan Gietl of Austria and his partner Fernando Levy-Hara, of Argentina, have purchased 307 South Florida condo units for $40 million since 2009. The duo has sold most of the units, mainly to international investors. Levy-Hara says the units yield between 5 and 6 percent profit per year after maintenance fees and property taxes.

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Short sale fraud rampant, investigators say

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:34:55 -0700

WASHINGTON - July 20, 2011 - Lenders are losing out on thousands of dollars - sometimes within just mere hours - due to short sale fraud, which is skyrocketing and plaguing the housing market, investigators say.

In one of the most common short sale scams, an investor submits a low offer on a home that is underwater, in which the borrower owes more on the mortgage than the home is currently worth. Scam artists, working with the investor, present the lowball offer to the lender, asking for a short sale to be completed. Appraisals or broker price opinions may be manipulated to help persuade lenders to do the short sale (one common method: Misstating the home's location so that the home is compared to lower cost homes).

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Fla.’s existing condo sales, median price up in June

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:32:04 -0700

ORLANDO, Fla., - July 20, 2011 - Florida's existing condo sales rose 8 percent in June with a total of 7,941 units sold statewide compared to 7,330 sold in June 2010, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. The statewide existing condo median sales price last month was $93,900; a year earlier, it was $92,300 for a 2 percent increase. The national median existing condo sales price was $165,400 in May 2011, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR).

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ACQUALINA OCEANFRONT RESIDENCES, 3BD UNIT FOR SALE

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:29:08 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

17885 S. Ocean Dr, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

ACQUALINA LUXURY CONDO IN SUNNY ISLES BEACH, GORGEOUS 3BD 3BATH
UNIT WITH OCEAN VIEWS

3BR/3BA Condo

offered at $1,875,000

Year Built	2006
Sq Footage	2,214
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	3 full, 0 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$2,200 per month

DESCRIPTION

Absolutely beautiful init in Acqualina Oceanfront Residences, 3bd 3bath, over 2,000 sq.ft., very spacious, ocean view, ready to move in.

FORE MORE INFO CALL FIDAN NORIEGA
AT 305-336-5423, BIG INTERNATIONAL REALTY
WWW.FLORIDAFUTUREHOME.COM

Acqualina is situated between Fort Lauderdale and Miami on the pristine white sand beaches of Sunny Isles, Acqualina's enchanting Mediterranean villa atmosphere embodies the spirit of luxury, serenity and enjoyment. Located on 4.5 beachfront acres with 400 feet of stunning Atlantic Ocean coastline, Acqualina features a 97-room ultra-luxury boutique resort and 188 lavish residences, a 20,000 s.f. ESPA oceanfront spa, three oceanfront dining areas including the acclaimed Il Mulino New York restaurant, three oceanfront swimming pools and an innovative marine biology-based AcquaMarine children's program. Guests of Acqualina enjoy world-class services and endless opportunity to relax and rejuvenate.

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet	- Living room	- Dining room
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Granite countertop	- Stainless steel appliances
- Washer	- Dryer	- Laundry area - inside
- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Covered parking	- Guest parking
- Business center	- Clubhouse	- Fitness center
- Swimming pool(s)	- Sauna/Spa

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: May 20, 2011, 9:13am PDT

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1BD UNIT FOR SALE AT THE JADE BEACH CONDO, SUNNY ISLES BEACH- FOR SALE $649,000

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:23:33 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

17001 Collins Ave #2006, Sunny Isles Beach, FL

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL 1BD 1.5BATH UNIT WITH BREATHTAKING OCEAN VIEW AT THE JADE BEACH, LUXURY SUNNY ISLES BEACH CONDO

1BR/1+1BA Condo

offered at $649,000

Year Built	2009
Sq Footage	1,085
Bedrooms	1
Bathrooms	1 full, 1 partial
Floors	4+
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$564 per month

DESCRIPTION

This is a 1bd 1.5 bath spacious unit with breathtaking direct ocean view. Beautiful open kitchen with Miel appliances, sub-zero refrigerator, Snaidero kitchen cabinets with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.

Unit is fully decorated and furnished with modern furniture, all you have to bring is your toothbrush. This is a true paradise.

Call Fidan Noriega for more information at 205-336-5423, email mfidan@hotmail.com, www.floridafuturehome.com

JADE Beach Sunny Isles
is the ultimate beachfront oasis which has opened its doors to those enjoying their lifetime successes and while there are other premier towers along the Sunny Isles Beach coastline, there is nothing ever seen like the JADE Beach Condo Project.

Located just minutes to the ticking heartbeat of Miami city life and nestled among the finest in world class shopping such as Bal Harbour Shops and Aventura Malls. The building has a cutting edge, avant garde design with a three story lobby overlooking the Atlantic through floor to ceiling glass walls. One of the most striking features is the front main entryway which has a five story waterfall as the facade, lushly landscaped stepping gardens, reflecting pools and Versailles like staircases.

Most Luxurious condo Jade Beach Designed by a team of world famous architecs & interior designers; award winning architect, Carlos Ott one of the world leading design architects. Smart Home technology including wireless touch screen monitor and multi media computer for interactive communication, floor-to-ceiling glass and 2 terraces offering panoramic views of Atlantic ocean and Intracoastal.Private Bech Club, State of the art health club.High-tech residences can do everything for you.

BUILDING FEATURES.

- A soaring 52 story beachfront tower.
- Designed by a great team of famous architects and designers.
- Unique entrance with vast cascading waterfalls, with landscaped gardens, heated pools .
- Three story Lobby with vast direct ocean and pool views.
- Entrance with panoramic drop off gardens , waterfalls and ocean.- high speed Internet access through out the entire building.
- 24 hour Security with high-speed elevators opening to most residences.
- beachfront 3 story water cascading from pool deck to the beach.
- Valet 24 hours , with state of the art security .
- Located between Bal Harbor and Golden beach, as well as Miami and Fort Lauderdale International Airports.

RESIDENCE FEATURES.
- Smart technology including wireless monitor and computer for outside communication.
- Floor to ceiling impact glass and spacious terraces offering amazing views.
- Snaidero kitchen cabinets with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.
- Top-of-line European designer fixtures and faucets in bathrooms.
- Heated Infinity edge pools, - Spacious closets.
- Full size washer and dryer inside the residences.

SERVICES & AMENITIES.
- Infinity/edge Sunrise Pool looking the ocean, and Sunset Pool with views of the Intracoastal and city, for the residents enjoyment.
- Beach Club with café and cabanas.
- Children interactive water features.
- Oceanfront pool deck with spacious hot tub, pool services, and children’s play room.
- State-of-the-art health club with aerobics, cardio and weights.
- Techno gym, personal digital physical training , high-tech machines .
- Spa with lounge area, massage and treatment rooms, sauna and steam rooms.
- Front desk with 24 hour concierge, security services, and mailbox experience.
- Media and community rooms with views of the ocean and pool deck.
- Personal storage room with air conditioning.

Call Fidan Noriega for more information at 205-336-5423, email mfidan@hotmail.com, www.floridafuturehome.com

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven
- Microwave	- Granite countertop	- Stainless steel appliances

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Business center	- Fitness center
- Swimming pool(s)

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Apr 7, 2011, 10:29am PDT

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ST. REGIS RESORT AND RESIDENCES, ST REGIS BAL HARBOUR

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:17:57 -0700

Fidan Noriega | BIG International Realty | (305) 336-5423

9701 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING NEW CONSTRUCTION IN BAL HARBOUR - ST.REGIS

2BR/2+1BA Condo

offered at $1,350,000

Year Built	2011
Sq Footage	1,777
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 1 partial
Floors	Unspecified
Parking	1 Car garage
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$1,830 per month

DESCRIPTION

The St. Regis Bal Harbour is located on the edge of the Atlantic between South Beach and Fort Lauderdale on one of the last remaining beachfronts suitable for high end development.

One of the most distinguished neighborhoods in South Florida, Bal Harbour sits at the northern tip of Miami Beach. An oasis of pampering and privilege, Bal Harbour is a favorite destination for many jet-setting visitors and part-time residents.

South Florida’s glamour and fashion capital, Bal Harbour features many upscale shopping options. The St. Regis Bal Harbour is across the street from the popular Bal Harbour Shops – one of the world’s most renowned shopping venues.

Dining aficionados will savor the stylish, tropical ambience at the many bistros and outdoor cafes located in Bal Harbour.

Our guests will also enjoy easy access to the refined entertainment options of Miami as well as the sizzling nightlife of South Beach. Finally, a plethora of recreational opportunities abounds in Fort Lauderdale, just a short drive away.

The St. Regis Resort Bal Harbour Resort features 243 elegant rooms and suites, including 36 condominium-hotel suites in three all-glass towers. Amenities include European-style kitchens, premium entertainment systems and "smart" technology, exquisite bathrooms and wide, glass-enclosed balconies with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the ocean and bay.

Features & Activities

Meticulous and discreet personal service is flawlessly delivered by carefully noting and recalling your preferences from preceding visits. The St. Regis butler and a dedicated staff bring virtually every request and whim to brilliant fruition.

Business Services

Business Center

Guest Services

The Residences at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort
24-Hour Front Desk
Disability Accessible Facilities
Concierge Service
Childcare Service
Cabana Rentals
Travel Services
Butler Service

Recreation & Entertainment

Remède Spa
Outdoor Pool
Fitness Center
Golf Courses Nearby
Beach Access

Some of the services and facilities above may not be available on a 24-hour basis or without advance request. Fees on certain facilities/services may apply

FOR PRICING AND AVAILABILITY CONTACT FIDAN NORIEGA AT 305-336-5423
EMAIL: MFDIDAN@HOTMAIL.COM
WWW.FLORIDAFUTUREHOME.COM

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PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- High/Vaulted ceiling
- Walk-in closet	- Living room	- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator	- Stove/Oven	- Microwave
- Granite countertop

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Covered parking	- Guest parking
- Fitness center	- Swimming pool(s)

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

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Photo 5	Photo 6

Contact info:

Fidan Noriega

BIG International Realty

(305) 336-5423

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: May 6, 2011, 12:01pm PDT

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Singles dive into the real estate market

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:57:32 -0700

WASHINGTON - July 14, 2011 - Unmarried women accounted for 20 percent of homebuyers in 2010, and single guys made up 12 percent, according to the National Association of Realtors®.

The Joint Center for Housing Studies says most single women make home purchases because of a desire to nest, a need for more space, and to move closer to a job or family. Builders recognize the buying power of single women and responding with security features, gourmet kitchens and low-maintenance landscaping.

Experts say favorable interest rates are encouraging singles to buy homes, and Northern California Realtor Jan Gray says women are savvy clients who have done research and know what they want in a house.

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Foreclosure activity slowed in first half of 2011

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:55:15 -0700

LOS ANGELES (AP) - July 14, 2011 - The number of homes taken back by lenders in the first half of this year fell 30 percent compared with the same 2010 period, the result of delays in foreclosure processing that threatens to stall a U.S. housing recovery.

Banks seized 421,212 homes in the first six months of the year, down from 529,633 between January and June last year, foreclosure listing firm RealtyTrac Inc. said Thursday.

The decline reflects lenders taking longer to move against homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage payments. The banks are working through foreclosure documentation problems that first surfaced last fall and an ensuing logjam in some state courts. Lenders also have put off on taking action against delinquent borrowers as U.S. home sales have slowed this year.

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May 2011 Dade EHS: Miami Market Exceeds Expectations

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:03:49 -0700

Miami, FL - Sales of existing condominiums in the Miami Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) increased 46 percent, from 972 to 1,420, compared to May 2010 and 1.1 percent compared to the previous month, according to the 24,000-member MIAMI Association of REALTORS and the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) systems. Sales of existing single-family homes rose 20 percent in May, from 727 to 875, and 5.4 percent compared to the previous month.

In May, 60 percent of closed sales were cash transactions. International sales, which are mostly cash transactions, represent approximately 60 percent of closed resales and 90 percent of new construction sales.

Statewide sales increased 17 percent to 8,338 for condominiums and three percent for single-family homes to 17,228. Nationally, sales of existing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops decreased 3.8 percent from April and were 15.3 percent below May 2010, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

"The current performance of the Miami market is exceeding expectations, as we continue to see increased demand for local properties and higher sales levels than we have seen since the boom years," said Jack H. Levine, 2011 Chairman of the Board of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "Presently, there is only a 7.4 month supply of housing inventory in Miami-Dade County. Both U.S. and international buyers continue to take advantage of record affordability, Miami's attractive lifestyle and weather, and other enviable local attributes."

Median and Average Sales Price
Short sales and foreclosures continue to have an impact on median and average sales prices for both single-family homes and condominiums especially in some areas of the county. In May, 57 percent of all closed residential sales in Miami-Dade County were distressed, including REOs and short sales.

The median sales price of single-family homes in May decreased eight percent to $180,200 from a year earlier but increased seven percent from the previous month. The median sales price of condominiums dropped one percent to $124,300 but increased 7.4 percent from the previous month.

"May figures are very encouraging, as they reflect continued market strengthening and stabilization," said 2011 MIAMI Association of REALTORS Residential President Ralph E. De Martino. "The number of distressed sales dropped by four percent, which means more non-distressed transactions are taking place. We also continue to see a significant reduction in housing inventory, which points to an evident demand that should result in further market strengthening in the near future."

Statewide median sales prices increased two percent to $98,200 for condominiums and dropped five percent to $135,500 for single-family homes. The national median existing-home price for all housing types was $166,500 in May, a 4.6 percent drop from May 2010.

The average sales prices for single-family homes in Miami-Dade County increased 5.6 percent, from $320,277 in May 2010 to $338,085 in May 2011. The average sales price for condominiums increased 3.1 percent, from $244,979 in May 2010 to $252,495 last month.

Existing Housing Inventory Continues to Decline
The inventory of residential listings in Miami-Dade County dropped 32 percent from 24,721 in June 2010 to 16,917 in June 2011. Compared to last month, the total inventory of homes dropped six percent from 17,897. Since August 2008, existing housing inventory has decreased nearly 61 percent, down from 43,095.

Total housing inventory nationally fell one percent at the end of May.

Note: Statistics in this news release may vary depending on reporting dates.

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May 2011 Broward EHS: Broward Housing Inventory Drops below 6 Months of Supply

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:00:16 -0700

Miami, FL - In Broward County, condominium sales increased 14 percent from 1,348 in May 2010 to 1,537 in May of this year, according to the 24,000-member MIAMI Association of REALTORS and the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) systems. Single-family home sales increased by six percent in May, from 1,078 to 1,142. Cash transactions accounted for 60 percent of all closed residential sales in May. International sales, most of which are cash transactions, represent approximately 60 percent of closed sales in South Florida.

Statewide sales increased 17 percent to 8,338 for condominiums and three percent for single-family homes to 17,228. Nationally, sales of existing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops decreased 3.8 percent from April and were 15.3 percent below May 2010, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

"Strong demand for Broward properties has resulted in a balanced market where housing inventory is currently 5.5 months of supply," said Terri Bersach, 2011 president of the Broward County Board of Governors of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "This sharp reduction in housing inventory along with price stabilization reflects the health of the local market."

Median and Average Sales Price
The median sales price of condominiums in the Fort Lauderdale Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) increased six percent to $80,400 compared to May 2010 and 12 percent compared to the previous month. The median sales price for single-family homes was $188,500, down 17 percent from a year prior and up seven percent from the previous month.

The average sales price for single-family homes decreased 2.3 percent, from $266,063 in May 2010 to $259,939 last month. The average sales prices for condominiums increased 3.7 percent, from $120,397 to $124,888.

"We currently have the lowest level of inventory seen in more than three years," said Natascha Tello, president-elect of the Broward County Board of Governors of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "For those who have been waiting to sell, this may be a great time to consider putting properties on the market. Evident demand should fuel future market strengthening."

Inventory Levels Continue to Fall
The inventory of residential listings in Broward County decreased 27 percent from 20,143 to 14,742 since May 2010 and seven percent from last month. Total housing inventory nationally fell one percent at the end of May.

Distressed Properties
Short sales and foreclosures represented 51 percent of total closed May sales in Broward County.

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June 2011 Dade PHS: Pending Home Sales in Miami-Dade Continue Upwards Trend

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:56:14 -0700

Miami, FL - Total current cumulative pending home sales - including single-family homes and condominiums - in Miami-Dade County increased 15 percent compared to a year ago, from 10,366 to 11,936, and .23 percent, up from 11,860, compared to the previous month according to the 24,000-member MIAMI Association of REALTORS and the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) systems.

May Contract Activity
The total number of listings, including single-family homes and condominiums, that pended during the month of May increased by 29 percent, from 2,718 to 3,508, compared to the previous year.

"International buyers increasingly are having a positive effect on the Miami real estate market, as sales continue to exceed last year's levels, which were boosted by the homebuyers tax credit," said Jack H. Levine, 2011 chairman of the board of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "Current figures corroborate the healthy market activity agents are experiencing first-hand and the evident demand for local properties."

Cumulative Pending Sales on the Rise
In the current month, pending sales of single-family homes performed better than that of condominiums. Pending sales of single-family homes are 12 percent higher than they were a year ago, up from 4,490, and are 2.2 percent above what they were last month, up from 4,919. Pending sales of condominiums are 18 percent above what they were a year ago, from 5,876 to 6,909, and a negligible .46 percent lower compared to last month, when pending condominium sales totaled 6,941.

"Affordability is another important factor contributing to rising pending and closed sales," said 2011 MIAMI Association of REALTORS Residential President Ralph E. De Martino. "Despite the sharp reduction in South Florida housing inventory, record affordability is motivating buyers, as substantiated by increased activity at lower price points."

Nationally, the Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings, rose 8.2 percent to 88.8 in May from a downwardly revised 82.1 in April, according to the National Association of Realtors. The index is 13.4 percent higher than the 78.3 percent reported in May 2010.

Increased pending sales are an indication of increased future sales. A sale is listed as pending when a contract is signed but the transaction has not closed, though the sale usually is finalized within one or two months of signing.

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June 2011 Broward PHS: Broward County Pending Sales Reflect Demand

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:54:27 -0700

Miami, FL - Total current cumulative pending home sales - including single-family homes and condominiums - in Broward County are 4.8 percent above what they were a year ago, up from 8,031 to 8,413, and were down a negligible 1.2 percent month-over-month from 8,513, according to the 24,000-MIAMI Association of REALTORS and the local MLS systems.

Contract Activity in May
The total number of listings - including single-family homes and condominiums - that pended during the month of May in Broward County increased 20 percent, up from 2,735 to 3,275, compared to a year earlier.

"The continued increase of closed sales compared to a year ago when market activity was boosted by the first time homebuyer tax credit is very positive for Broward County," said Terri Bersach, president of the Broward County Board of Governors of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "Closed and pending sales continue to rise causing inventory to decrease, which is indicative of strong demand and a well-balanced market."

Current cumulative pending sales of single-family homes in Broward County are four percent above what they were a year ago, up from 3,602 to 3,747, and .05 percent, up from 3,745, compared to the previous month. Current cumulative pending condominium sales in Broward are 5.5 percent higher than they were a year ago, up from 4,429 to 4,666, but were down a negligible two percent compared to last month.

"In Broward County, international buyers continue to play a major role in rising sales and market strengthening," said Natascha Tello, president-elect of the Broward County Board of Governors of the MIAMI Association of REALTORS. "International buyers are taking advantage of currency exchange favorability plus the benefits of the local lifestyle, weather, and cultural connectivity."

A sale is listed as pending when the contract has been signed but the transaction has not closed, though the sale usually is finalized within one or two months of signing. Increased pending sales are an indication of increased future sales.

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New Foreclosure Study Finds the More That’s Owed, the Longer the Defaulter Can Stay

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:08:16 -0700

RISMEDIA, July 13, 2011- By Steve Cook - Homeowners living in houses worth over $417,000 can live in their homes mortgage-free without fear of foreclosure for more than a year, but those in the less valuable homes are getting thrown out in 300 days or less.

Moreover, those with a second mortgage can stay in their home, on average, longer than those with just one mortgage. Those with a second mortgage currently are staying mortgage-free an average of 393 days compared to those with just one mortgage, who are losing their homes after 291 days.

According to an analysis of more than 150,000 foreclosures over the past three and a half years by the CEO of one of the nation's leading foreclosure sites, ForeclosureRadar, lenders wait as long as they can to put losses from foreclosed properties on their books.

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Wealthy Americans upgrade to pricier primary homes

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:00:06 -0700

NEW YORK - July 13, 2011 - Amid still-depressed housing numbers that dominate headlines, a new survey by the independent New York City-based Luxury Institute and the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing finds that high net-worth U.S. homeowners are taking advantage of the downturn and trading up into higher-priced primary residences.

Lured by lower prices, one in four U.S. consumers with an annual income of $150,000 or more have bought a residential property since 2008 at a median purchase price of $509,000 - an increase of 3.2 percent from the 2005 to 2007 period.

Most new residences (83 percent) are single-family homes and two-thirds of those are in suburban settings. Seventeen percent plan to purchase additional property this year, while 23 percent of those younger than 50 plan to buy in 2011.

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Now You Can Substitute a New Buyer for One Who Walked Without Restart

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 20:54:28 -0700

Great news for agents from Bank of America, hopefully it will save time for agents.

Now You Can Substitute a New Buyer for One Who Walked Without Restart

As an example of our commitment to improving the short sale process, Bank of America now allows real estate agents to submit a backup offer on a transaction if the original buyer has walked away from the sale. This means you will no longer have to initiate a new short sale; instead, you can continue with the original transaction in Equator and still work with your same short sale specialist. This change will save you time by not having to repeat a number of process steps.

When a Backup Offer Is Ready

You should send a message to your short sale specialist via Equator when the original buyer is no longer interested in the property. Your short sale specialist will then respond to you within two business days and ask if you have a backup offer ready to submit. If you have another buyer prepared to make an offer, the short sale can proceed without having to repeat the short sale initiation steps. The short sale status in Equator will change to "Marketing," and you will be directed to complete the following tasks within 14 business days:

· Complete the "Listing Data" task.

· Provide the marketing description.

· Review the marketing plan.

· Upload the offer. (To do this in Equator, locate "My Properties," then "Offers" and select "Place New Offer.")

If the "Listing Data" task is not completed and the new offer is not uploaded within 14 business days, the file will be closed.

When No Backup Offer Is Ready

This new process applies only if there's an available backup offer when a buyer walks. If you do not have a backup offer ready to be submitted, the short sale will be declined. In that case, you should return to marketing the property and initiate a new short sale in Equator once you receive another offer.

A new educational guide, How and When to Submit a Short Sale Backup Offer, is available to explain the backup offer process. If you have any questions, please contact your short sale specialist via Equator or call Customer Care at 1.866.880.1232.

Visit the Real Estate Agent Resource Center at bankofamerica.com/realestateagent for additional educational guides, news and resources to help you complete short sales at Bank of America.

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Hundreds in Hollywood wait in line for help to save their homes

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:50:12 -0700

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. - July 13, 2011 - Some homeowners emerged jubilant from the Westin Diplomat Resort on Monday, snagging instant mortgage modifications during a daylong event in Hollywood.

Others weren't as lucky.

In the first two hours, 612 people applied for help from the Help for Homeowners Community Event that was sponsored by the federal government's Making Home Affordable Program. Struggling homeowners formed lines to register and then to meet with loan officers or counselors at the resort.

"It goes to show you that a lot of South Florida homeowners are struggling," said Andrea Risotto, a spokeswoman for the U.S. Treasury that was helping oversee the event.

She blamed the sour job market. Most interviewed said they had lost jobs and fallen behind on payments. Florida's unemployment rate is 10.6 percent, much higher than the national average.

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Second chance for owners who lost homes

Fidan Noriega (BIG International Realty) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 14:42:06 -0700

WASHINGTON - July 11, 2011 - More than 2 million homeowners who were foreclosed on or were in the process of a foreclosure during 2009 or 2010 can now ask for a review of their case, banking regulators announced this week. Banking regulators say ex-homeowners who might be eligible will receive a letter from their lender explaining their rights.

The move is to help identify homeowners who may have been improperly foreclosed upon, Julie Williams, chief counsel of the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, said at a congressional hearing.

Homeowners who ask for the review will receive a letter explaining their rights.

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