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Downtown Miami is the central business district of South Florida, Miami-Dade County and Miami, Florida. Brickell Avenue/Biscayne Boulevard is the main north-south road in downtown, and Flagler Street is the main east-west road in the Central Business District. Downtown, or sometimes referred to as the "Central Business District", is the area north of Broadway, east of I-95, and south of 17th Terrace.[1][2] Inside of this area includes Park West, the area due west of Bicentennial Park and northern Brickell. Other areas that are many times adjoined with Downtown is the area to the north: Midtown, which is north of 17th Terrace and Brickell to the south. Public Transportation in the downtown area is used more than in any other part of Miami and is a vital part of downtown life. The Metromover train system runs 3 lines through downtown (the downtown loop, the Omni loop, and the Brickell loop), and the Metrorail, Miami-Dade County's heavy rail system, makes 3 stops in the down

Coral Gables' unique past is evident today, not only in the preservation of its architecture and landmarks, but in the spirit of its residents and the philosophy that guides its government. George Merrick drew from the Garden City and City Beautiful movements of the 19th and early 20th century to create in 1925 one of the nation's first fully-planned communities. Incorporating secluded residential enclaves and commercial areas inspired by the architectural style of the Mediterranean, Merrick envisioned a City that would offer every amenity to its residents and at the same time would become a center for international business. In every respect, Merrick's dream has come true. The same principles that made Coral Gables a success at its inception guide the City's current policies. The community's and the City's emphasis on protecting the residential sectors, preserving the natural environment and maintaining an international flavor are all long-standing traditions.

Pinecrest was incorporated on March 12, 1996 and is one of thirty-four municipalities in Miami-Dade County. Pinecrest is home to approximately 19,454 residents and is conveniently located twenty minutes south of Downtown Miami and Miami International Airport. Pinecrest encompasses eight square miles and is recognized as one of the most beautiful residential areas in South Florida. The Village's appeal as a desirable place to live is attributed to its natural beauty and outstanding area schools. Residents enjoy a superior quality of life in a unique hometown rural atmosphere while benefiting from the many amenities of the Greater Miami area. Pinecrest is governed by a five member Village Council and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. Pinecrest Municipal Center The Pinecrest Municipal Center is the Village's seat of government and is located on US 1 at 12645 Pinecrest Parkway. Regular business hours are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Access

As a financial advisor I see a bottoming out of the market by 3rd quarter of 2009. The inventories are starting to decrease and low interest rates are stimulating the buyers to come into the market to buy these distressed homes.

WASHINGTON – Feb. 3, 2009 – Pending home sales increased as more buyers took advantage of improved affordability conditions, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Big gains in the South and Midwest offset modest declines in other regions. The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in December, rose 6.3 percent to 87.7 from an upwardly revised reading of 82.5 in November, and is 2.1 percent higher than December 2007 when it was 85.9. Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, says the index shows a modest rebound. “The monthly gain in pending home sales, spurred by buyers responding to lower home prices and mortgage interest rates, more than offset an index decline in the previous month,” he says. “The biggest gains were in areas with the biggest improvements in affordability.” NAR’s Housing Affordability index rose 10.9 percent in December to 158.8, the highest on record. The HAI shows that the relationship between home prices, mortg

America is in one of the worst housing crisis in history, yet 49% of U.S. homeowners believe their home's value has increased or stayed the same over the past year, according to Zillow's Q3 Homeowner Confidence Survey. In reality, 74% percent of homes have lost value in the past 12 months, according to preliminary findings in Zillow's Q3 Real Estate Market Reports, which will be released Nov. 12. Other findings from the survey: Supporters of Republican presidential nominee John McCain have more confidence about their homes' values than supporters of Democratic nominee Barack Obama. Fewer people expect to buy or sell a home in the near future: Three percent plan to sell their home in the next six months, down from 5 percent last quarter. Three percent plan to buy a home, down from 4 percent in the second quarter. ...and much more!

Reduced to $525,000 MLS# M1271573 Location 185 Sw 7 St, Unit #3611 Miami , FL 33130 County Miami-Dade Country USA Beds 3 Baths 3 Sq.Ft 1,486 WOW !!! Ocean, City, Bay and River views make this unit a must have. Designed by Arquitectonica, and located within several blocks of Mary Brickell Village and 1 block walking distance to Publix. This 3 Bedrm 3 Bath Corner unit with huge balcony is perfect for soaking up the Downtown/Brickell flavor. Unit includes: Impact Windows,marble flooring,Snaidero Italian kitchen with granite counters,Stainless steel appliances, and 9 ft ceilings. Amenities include : Theatre Rm,Business Center,and Infinity Pool. Call " The Charting a course Team " at 786-269-3247