Trust Protects Heirs From Estate Taxes Home owners who think their heirs might have to pay estatetaxes in part because of the increasing value of propertyshould consider a Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT)Read more

Home owners who think their heirs might have to pay estate
taxes in part because of the increasing value of property
should consider a Qualified Personal Residence Trust (QPRT)
Read more

10 New Year's Business Resolutions The beginning of the New Year is a perfect time toreflect on what worked in your business, what did notwork and what areas can be changed to increase yourproductivity and profitability in 2006. Here are10 suggestions for business resolutions you can keep.Read article

The beginning of the New Year is a perfect time to
reflect on what worked in your business, what did not
work and what areas can be changed to increase your
productivity and profitability in 2006. Here are
10 suggestions for business resolutions you can keep.
Read article

HOME SELLING Do you have a listing that just won't sell? Mark Nash, authorof "1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home," says a fewcosmetic updates that appeal to today's buyers may turn things around.Read the full story:http://www.planetrealtor.com/florida/news/daily/news.cfm?article=n3-01242006

Do you have a listing that just won't sell? Mark Nash, author
of "1001 Tips for Buying and Selling a Home," says a few
cosmetic updates that appeal to today's buyers may
turn things around.
Read the full story:http://www.planetrealtor.com/florida/news
/daily/news.cfm?article=n3-01242006

COURT SETTLEMENT>h3> Florida homebuyers who originated a home loan through Ameriquest and other related lending companies will share in the $325 millioncourt settlement announced yesterday, with about $19 million going to homeowners in the state. Florida has the second largest pool of Ameriquest consumers -- approximately 62,000 -- eligible for compensation. Read the full story:http://www.planetrealtor.com/florida/news/daily/news.cfm?article=n1-01242006

Florida homebuyers who originated a home loan through Ameriquest
and other related lending companies will share in the $325 million
court settlement announced yesterday, with about $19 million going to
homeowners in the state. Florida has the second largest pool of
Ameriquest consumers -- approximately 62,000 -- eligible for
compensation.

Read the full story:
http://www.planetrealtor.com/florida/news/daily/news.cfm?article=n1-01242006

BOULEVARD>h3> 3360 Biscayne Blvd Miami, Florida, 33137Contact: VIVIANA LEAL /JFA REALTY COMPANY (786-222-1515) Developer: Flagler GroupExclusive Selling Agent: RCRSOverview:Boulevard, a 16 floor high mixed-use project consisting of 127 residential units with one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. Its lobby will be a soaring contemporary space housing Miami’s beloved artist Joan Lehman’s abstract sculptures. Ms. Lehman, wife of former congressman William Lehman, has her work displayed in public and private collections around the world and throughout Miami.The Boulevard different floor plans range from 665 sq ft to 2059 sq ft. Unlike many of the more post-modern, industrial-looking buildings planned for these evolving urban neighborhoods, The Boulevard will take advantage of its tropical location and the tremendous natural light that characterizes South Florida, as well as its incredible climate.The Boulevard will use color and space to evoke the artistic energy of its surroundings. I/O (Indoor/Outdoor) Living Rooms will provide a seamless transition space from the inside to the outside with a feeling of spaciousness that seems to extend beyond the traditional walls. I/O Living Rooms, an innovative indoor/outdoor living concept that will provide residents with partially protected lanai terraces, with views of Biscayne Bay and the city lights. The building’s extensive list of amenities includes: a uniquely designed pool and spa with an aroma garden, wireless internet, 24-hour front desk and security, valet services, and five commercial/retail units.Architect: ZyscovichInterior Decorator: Alison SpearAdvertising Firm: Rick BarrowPR Firm: Rock MediaNumber of floors: 16Number of units: 127Year Built: Pre-constructionUnit type and sq ft: 1/1 C02 665 sq ft 1/1.5 C01 747 sq ft 1/1 B09 740 sq ft 1/1 B05 843 sq ft 2/2 B02 983 sq ft 2/2.5 B08 1413 sq ft 2/2 B07 1757 sq ft 2/2.5 B06 2059 sq ft 2/2.5 B04 1269 sq ft 2/2 B03 1049 sq ft 2/2.5 B01 1303 sq ft 2/2.5 A01 2059 sq ft PH / 2 Stories 2/2.5 B10 442 sq ft PH / 2 StoriesThe building will have a commercial component consisting of 13,000 sq ft of retail space most of which is located directly on Biscayne Boulevard.Maintenance: TBDParking: 1 assigned covered / ValetRequirement: 10% @ contract signature, 10% @ 2nd deposit Timeline: Opening of Sales Center: November 2005 Groundbreaking: May 2006 Completion: October 2007Building Amenities: Heated pool & spa – mezzanine Level (4th Floor) Lushly landscaped aroma garden at pool level Fitness center – mezzanine level (4th Floor) 24 hour front desk and security Valet parking Biscayne bay and city viewsResidence amenities: I/O living rooms Floor to ceiling tinted glass windows Energy efficient air conditioning and heating Wireless Internet access Solid wood entry doors Decorator ready units with exposed concrete floors Laundry closet with stackable washer and dryer Kitchen Features: Poggenpohl kitchen cabinetry Granite countertops Stainless steel appliances Polished chrome fixturesBathroom Features: Poggenpohl bathroom cabinets Marble bathroom finishes Polished chrome fixturesShower/tub combination or whirlpool tub and shower Elongated water closets & marble floorsCurrent price ranges: 1 bed/1 bath from the mid- $300’ to the mid- $400’ 2 bed/2.5 baths from mid- $500’ to the mid- $800’ 2 bed + Den and Penthouses from the $800’Developer reserves the right to modify, change and or withdraw any of the standard features. No trims such as baseboards or crown molding will be provided. Mirror, towel bar, and toilet paper holder not provided. Units are decorator ready and have exposed concrete floors throughout the unit. All walls and doors will receive primer paint.

3360 Biscayne Blvd Miami, Florida, 33137

Contact: VIVIANA LEAL /JFA REALTY COMPANY (786-222-1515)

Developer: Flagler Group

Exclusive Selling Agent: RCRS

Overview:

Boulevard, a 16 floor high mixed-use project consisting of 127 residential units with one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. Its lobby will be a soaring contemporary space housing Miami’s beloved artist Joan Lehman’s abstract sculptures. Ms. Lehman, wife of former congressman William Lehman, has her work displayed in public and private collections around the world and throughout Miami.

The Boulevard different floor plans range from 665 sq ft to 2059 sq ft. Unlike many of the more post-modern, industrial-looking buildings planned for these evolving urban neighborhoods, The Boulevard will take advantage of its tropical location and the tremendous natural light that characterizes South Florida, as well as its incredible climate.

The Boulevard will use color and space to evoke the artistic energy of its surroundings. I/O (Indoor/Outdoor) Living Rooms will provide a seamless transition space from the inside to the outside with a feeling of spaciousness that seems to extend beyond the traditional walls. I/O Living Rooms, an innovative indoor/outdoor living concept that will provide residents with partially protected lanai terraces, with views of Biscayne Bay and the city lights. The building’s extensive list of amenities includes: a uniquely designed pool and spa with an aroma garden, wireless internet, 24-hour front desk and security, valet services, and five commercial/retail units.

Architect: Zyscovich
Interior Decorator: Alison Spear
Advertising Firm: Rick Barrow
PR Firm: Rock Media

Number of floors: 16
Number of units: 127
Year Built: Pre-construction

Unit type and sq ft: 1/1 C02 665 sq ft
1/1.5 C01 747 sq ft
1/1 B09 740 sq ft
1/1 B05 843 sq ft
2/2 B02 983 sq ft
2/2.5 B08 1413 sq ft
2/2 B07 1757 sq ft
2/2.5 B06 2059 sq ft
2/2.5 B04 1269 sq ft
2/2 B03 1049 sq ft
2/2.5 B01 1303 sq ft
2/2.5 A01 2059 sq ft PH / 2 Stories
2/2.5 B10 442 sq ft PH / 2 Stories

The building will have a commercial component consisting of 13,000 sq ft of retail space most of which is located directly on Biscayne Boulevard.

Maintenance: TBD

Parking: 1 assigned covered / Valet

Requirement: 10% @ contract signature, 10% @ 2nd deposit

Timeline: Opening of Sales Center: November 2005
Groundbreaking: May 2006
Completion: October 2007

Building Amenities:
Heated pool & spa – mezzanine Level (4th Floor)
Lushly landscaped aroma garden at pool level
Fitness center – mezzanine level (4th Floor)
24 hour front desk and security
Valet parking
Biscayne bay and city views
Residence amenities:
I/O living rooms
Floor to ceiling tinted glass windows
Energy efficient air conditioning and heating
Wireless Internet access
Solid wood entry doors
Decorator ready units with exposed concrete floors
Laundry closet with stackable washer and dryer

Kitchen Features:
Poggenpohl kitchen cabinetry
Granite countertops
Stainless steel appliances
Polished chrome fixtures

Bathroom Features:
Poggenpohl bathroom cabinets
Marble bathroom finishes
Polished chrome fixtures
Shower/tub combination or whirlpool tub and shower
Elongated water closets & marble floors

Current price ranges: 1 bed/1 bath from the mid- $300’ to the mid- $400’
2 bed/2.5 baths from mid- $500’ to the mid- $800’
2 bed + Den and Penthouses from the $800’


Developer reserves the right to modify, change and or withdraw any of the standard features. No trims such as baseboards or crown molding will be provided. Mirror, towel bar, and toilet paper holder not provided. Units are decorator ready and have exposed concrete floors throughout the unit. All walls and doors will receive primer paint.

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A life in real estate How I did it: An immigrant's daughter grabs a piece ofthe American Dream.May 23, 2005: 3:32 PM EDT As told to Joan Caplin, MONEY Magazine Sonia Bawa Mesaros NEW YORK (MONEY Magazine) - With an eye for fixer-uppers and a nose for shady contractors, Sonia Bawa Mesaros, 35, of Westlake, Ohio made a fortune in a tricky market: real estate.

How I did it: An immigrant's daughter grabs a piece of
the American Dream.
May 23, 2005: 3:32 PM EDT
As told to Joan Caplin, MONEY Magazine
Sonia Bawa Mesaros
NEW YORK (MONEY Magazine) - With an eye for fixer-uppers and a nose for shady contractors, Sonia Bawa Mesaros, 35, of Westlake, Ohio made a fortune in a tricky market: real estate.