Common Mistakes of First-Time CRE Investors

As an investor you want to be ahead of the pack in purchasing South Florida commercial real estate, and as there are some excellent commercial real estate deals to be made, you still have to be aware of common mistakes to avoid including: Due Diligence a Must It is critical that you examine all aspects of the commercial real estate deal before you even... [Read more...]
Important CRE Tips for Foreign Investors

Have you been hearing news that now is the best time for foreign investors to enter the South Florida commercial real estate market? The reason being is because the majority of prices are flat or declining, and foreign currencies are worth more than the U.S. dollar. While the investment is attractive they are some important factors that need to be considered... [Read more...]

Did you go back and forth with yourself throughout 2011 about whether the time was right to purchase a house or commercial space for your business? Well procrastinate no more; make 2012 the year you purchase and let us help! Every member of our team here at Urbanism Group is a seasoned real estate professional that is not only savvy in acquisition, but property... [Read more...]
The 2010 Anti-Flipping Waiver Has Been Extended

The anti-flipping waiver that was initiated in 2010 by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was set to end this Saturday, December 31st, but it has been extended. This means Florida home buyers will still be eligible to purchase flipped homes with Federal Housing Administration loans throughout next year. The waiver stated that FHA-backed... [Read more...]

Although the overall U.S. housing market isn't in the best shape the same doesn't apply to the state of Florida. Three of the state's leading economists stated that Florida's real estate market will enter 2012 on an upward trend. One was quoted saying, Our state is in a mini-recovery. Sales are trending up, listing inventories are falling, the supply of lender-related... [Read more...]


