Monday, November 28, 2011

Mother Ocean Marine Consignment Hits the Big Time With an Article in The Miami Herald!!

Mother Ocean Herald Article
 

Reuven and Lysa Benami opened Mother Ocean Key Largo, a consignment shop for everything nautical, a year ago.
I Love seeing a success story first hand!  About a year ago, I wrote a blog entry about a super new store that opened in Key Largo as a Marine Consignment shop.
Well now, my favorite little shop in the Keys has finally made it big!
Since my previous article, I have made mother Ocean, my Go-To place, for Bumpers, Line, Rods and Reels, and even Stone Crab Traps. Inventory changes daily, so you never know what you may find.  My latest purchase was an anchor retrieval system in excellent, that I got for almost 60% less than at most marine retailers.
And the best part is the warm welcome I and all their customers get when they walk thru the door.
Best wishes and continued success to my friends Lysa and Reuven!
 
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Monday, November 21, 2011

Third Thursday Artwalk Followed by Late Night Jam at The Green Turtle - There's ALWAYS something Fun to Be Had in Islamorada...Day AND Night!!!

Tonight's the BIG night!! Morada Way Arts & Cultural District's Third Thursday Walkabout! Incredible music, art, food, wine and culture. I don't know about you, but that sounds pretty damn good to me! Let's stroll together in the heart of Islamorada! I  hope to see you there!
Late Night Fun at The Green Turtle
More and more our Thursday night Walkabouts are becoming a must do not only for the Keys, but for South Florida in general.   Our burgeoning Art Scene is just one more unique activity that puts us square on the International Map. Take a look at this great video!  (First though, put the Conchquistador Soundtrack to the right in Pause)
And don't forget the late night Jam session at The Green Turtle afterwards, you never know WHO might show up!!
There's ALWAYS something fun going on in The Florida keys..Day AND Night!
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I am always getting asked about the local real estate market and what is selling, so in an effort to keep you updated I am providing a monthly report that shows the sales activity in the Upper Keys.
I hope you find this information useful and interesting.


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The Conchquistador Deal Of The Day - 8.23.2011 - Super, Venetian Shores Waterfront -$1,250,000!!

152 Severino Dr Plantation Key, Islamorada

I Love Venetian Shores. Located at Mile Marker 86 in Islamorada, it's one of my favorite Keys Communities. With its 11 peninsulas reaching out into Snake Creek, like fingers thirsty to drink in the sea, it offers hardcore boaters deep water dockage and quick access to Islamorada's famed fishing grounds through the Keys' last Draw Bridge.  If you have a Hatteras or other large boat this is the community for you!

Today's deal was listed by my colleague at American Caribbean, Amanda Moates, and what a very cool property!  Originally listed at $1,500,000, this home that sold for $1,250,000 is  great catch for the, I am certain, Happy Buyer!

152 Severino Dr Plantation Key, Islamorada

List price: $1,399,000 / Sold Price: $1,250,000

3 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms

Mile Marker 86 Bayside


Description: Situated on a deep-water canal w/100’ of concrete dock w 100amp shore power. Easily accommodates multiple boats. Enjoy the fine finishes in this completely remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 bath home. Great room boasts a vaulted ceiling w/ sliding doors to the expansive screened porch featuring additional dining & seating area with spectacular views.

It's ALWAYS 5 O'clock here!





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Just Closed in Venetian Shores, Islamorada, The Florida Keys - Stunning Waterfront Home, Sold at $1,347,000!

As, a Venetian Shores Specialist and as the Venetian Shores Community Sponsor On ActiveRain.com, I enjoy keeping my clients up to date with the latest available properties and real estate news, as well as recently closed properties.

Venetian Shores is really Heating up! As one of Islamorada's most in demand communities, Venetian Shores is always tops on everyone's list. Only minutes from Miami, yet a world away

136 Giardino Drive, Plantation Key, Islamorada Venetian Shores 
Description: STUNNING VENETIAN SHORES HOME! When only the best will do...everything about this 4bd/3ba spacious home is breathtaking! Upper and lower level great rooms, elevator, home totally redone inside and out with many upgrades. Large pool with deck pavers leading to 70' of deep water dockage, immediate ocean/bay access. Kudos to my friend and collegue at American Caribbean, Karan Moeller who had the lucky Buyer!

Venetian Shores4 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms

List Price: $1,595,000 / Sold Price $1,347,000
Mile Marker 86 Bayside

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The Conchquistador Deal of the Day 6/8- Sumptuous Islamorada Waterfront Home in Venetian Shores - Was $3.9M now Sold at $1.9M

1112 Venetian Blvd Plantation Key, Islamorada
I cannot stop drooling over this incredible point-lot waterfront home in Islamorada's Venetian Shores!Venetian Shores
Venetian Shores is really Heating up! As one of Islamorada's most in demand communities, Venetian Shores is always tops on everyone's list. Only minutes from Miami, yet a world away
As, a Venetian Shores Specialist and as the Venetian Shores Community Sponsor On ActiveRain.com, I enjoy keeping my clients up to date with the latest available properties and real estate news, as well as recently closed properties.

1112 Venetian Blvd Plantation Key, Islamorada
Venetian ShoresDescription: OPEN WATER with breathtaking bay views! Grand entry, expansive living & dining area, high ceilings, 5 bdrms & 5 bthrms, elevator, 3rd floor grand master ste. with an office & a private deck overlooking the Florida Bay, gorgeous pool with waterfall, approx. 143 ft.of deep water dockage with davits, plenty of room for your yacht! Located in beautiful Venetian Shores with direct bay & ocean access!
List Price: $2,250,000 / Sold Price: $1,910,000
Original Price: $3,950,000
Mile Marker 86 Bayside
5 Bedrooms / 5 bathrooms
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The Conchquistador Deal of the Day 3/29 - Venetian Shores Short Sale - from $2,495,000 to Sold at $825,000!

124 Gulfside Drive, Plantation Key, Islamorada

It truly is amazing...  the dynamics...how...great a course correction we have seen in the last few years. The part that really gets me is how quickly fortunes (both literal and figurative) have changed.   This week I have seen all to well the havoc that the economy and subsequent housing fiasco have created in the upper tier of homes.  Homes and owners that were once thought to be immune from such catastrophes.  This week, I joined on of my associates as we were viewing a $2.6 Million foreclosure that had sold in the 4s.

It's been a rough road.  One that I know many of my clients and quite a few colleagues have had to endure.  But ...we are fortunate, fortunate to live in a Country where possibilities are almost endless, where the human spirit and ingenuity and risk can and quite often do payoff.  Where, if we are wise and learn from our mistakes we have the OPPORTUNITY...to flourish...once again.

And THAT is what THIS MARKET is all about.   OPPORTUNITY!!!! 
There are people who are making moves right now, people with VISION who are staking their claim, and taking advantage of opportunity and purchasing homes here in the Keys that are going to reward them quite handsomely in the future.

Case in Point:

124 Gulfside Drive, Plantation Key, Islamorada
This Venetian Shores short sale was originally on the Market for $2,495,000 and has now closed at $825,000.  Yes, someone was smart...very smart indeed.

Description: RECENT BANK APPROVAL..HURRY WHILE AVAILABLE..BAYFRONT IN VENETIAN SHORES, VERY PRIVATE, SANDY BEACH, DEEDED BOAT SLIP, ROOM FOR POOL. CUSTOM BUILT DESIGNER HOME, METAL ROOF, SOARING CEILINGS, LG FOYER, CUSTOM STAIRCASE, OPEN KITCHEN, VERY OPEN, ROOM FOR 3RD BEDROOM, 3 CAR GARAGE,  AND MUCH MORE.

2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms

List Price: $850,000 / Sold Price: $825,000

Venetian Shores

Mile Marker 86 Bayside

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The Conchquistador Deal of The Day 2/4 - Waterfront Venetian Shores Steal $850,000

129 Villabella Drive , Islamorada
So welcome to February in The Keys!!! 78 Degrees with an Easterly Caribbean breeze as my Northern friends are shoveling snow.   It's an exciting time to move to the Keys!  With so many festivals, fishing tournaments, and general goings on, you can always find something to do, or do what we do Best....Nothing at all!!!

Today's Deal is a Great place to Do Nothing At All, and was something of a steel for the Buyers.
Located in Venetian shoes, Islamorada's most in demand luxury waterfront community, this home went under contract in just 45 days.  Venetian Shores is really hot these days and not just the temperatures.  Prices have dropped considerably and currently there are about 40 of the 399 existing homes for sale with an average price of about $1,500,000.


Fantastic Location with immediate acces to Snake Creek
 129 Villabella Drive , Islamorada

Description: AWESOME LOCATION IN VENETIAN SHORES! One house in from Snake Creek offering 100' of brand new concrete deep water dockage and nice water views! Spacious all concrete home with legal living downstairs which includes game room, bedroom/kitchenette, bath and workshop. Covered parking, plenty of room for pool and immediate ocean/bay access!

List Price: $975,000 - Sold Price: $850,000
3 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms
Mile Marker 86

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