miami beach real estate for sale: Luxury With a View: The Most Amazing Cities to Own a Penthouse - 05/16/11 02:48 AM
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By Barb Holbrook
If its true that there truly is no place like home, then it should be something spectacular. From crystal-blue ocean vistas and desert oases to historic harbors and hamlets, panoramic skyline views do not have to not have to be restricted to the mythical land of Oz. Not all homes, however, are created equal. This guide to the top five exclusive cities to own penthouse properties with a view will make you wonder - are you dreaming? Either way, we're certainly not in Kansas anymore.
Miami, Florida: Views of Blue Beaches As Far As You Can See
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miami beach real estate for sale: The Importance of Earnest Money in a Real Estate Transaction - 05/08/11 02:47 PM
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By Vickie Gylling
Just the thought of buying a home can be scary if you don't have the right agent representing you to give direction on the how's, why's and can I's. There are also many financial steps to consider and have the money at hand. From the moment you meet with an agent you are going to be given information that requires action to make a transaction run smoothly. In purchasing a home, there are lots of financial responsibilities that fall on the buyer to make sure that they have the dollars to cover the expenses or the deal could fall … (1 comments)

miami beach real estate for sale: Looking to build a new luxury home? Learn How to Read House Floor Plans... - 04/14/11 01:05 AM
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In reviewing your house's blueprints, you can usually determine the general floor plan layout / how many rooms are included / and other general information. However, depending on the size/complexity of the home and the individual Designer's style, those lines on a page can start to give you a headache. There are a few tricks to help you read your luxury house's blueprints.
First, you will need to determine the scale at which the floor plan is drawn. In general, most pre-drawn luxury home plans will have an visibile indicator on the blueprint such as "a quarter inch = a … (0 comments)

miami beach real estate for sale: Lil Wayne Lists Miami Mansion for $12.9M - 04/07/11 09:59 AM
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By Sheree R. Curry
Rapper Lil Wayne wants to, or maybe just needs to, unload his Miami mansion on La Gorce Island, Fla., that he purchased early last year for $14 million. He is asking $12.9 million for a possible quick sale given he has an Internal Revenue Service tax lien hanging over his head.
The IRS says the rapper, whose real name is Dwayne Michael Carter, Jr., owes the government a total of $5.6 million, which breaks down to $3,351,078 owed for 2008 and $2,258,956 for 2009. Last year, he had liens against him for more than $1 million … (0 comments)

miami beach real estate for sale: TGIF....Spicy Alaskan Cod - 07/30/10 02:54 AM
www.OnePlaceOpenHouse.comWhile not everyone in the world may be a fish aficionado, incorporating cod into any dish is the best way to appease all tastes.  The fresh, crisp waters of Alaska produce some of the finest fish in the world and the strict fishing laws that are in place ensure that there will be plenty of fish for generations to come. Though a whole variety of tasty swimmers populate the ocean around Alaska, cod is an excellent choice when looking for a fish that will be a total crowd pleaser.The ease of this recipe is another great feature, giving the most novice chef … (0 comments)

miami beach real estate for sale: In Today's Market Only the Best REALTOR® Will Do! - 06/28/10 02:02 AM
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Ask detailed questions about their experience and skills to help you find the right agent for your home sale.
Working with the right real estate agent can mean the difference between getting prompt, expert representation and feeling like you're going it alone when selling your home. Here are 10 questions to ask when you're interviewing agents.
1. How long have you been selling homes?
Mastering real estate requires on-the-job experience. The more experience agents have, the more likely they'll be able to handle any curveballs thrown during your home sale.
2. What designations do you hold?
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miami beach real estate for sale: For Sale: MEi Miami Beach - The Ancient Mandarin Symbol For Beauty - 06/23/10 12:46 AM
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Enter a world where alluring asian design and 21st Century technology merge to create an intimate atmosphere of unprecedented beauty.MEi is a glittering jewel of shimmering glass, flowing water, imported silk and polished teak located on 175 feet of glorious white-sand beach on Miami Beach's legendary "Millionaire's Row" also home to such illustrious neighbors as the Bath Club, Canyon Ranch and Fountainbleu.  MEi many amenities include a sumptuous Tea Lounge, Zen library, Spa and state of the art Fitness Facility.Luxury 3 bedroom 3.5 bathroom condominium is the best value on the market.  Completely finished Jerusalem marble, Bosh appliances and so … (2 comments)