As a long term renter in this crazy market, our main concern was finding a realtor who could not…read moreonly guide us through the process, but more importantly, be honest and reliable. After one too many bad experiences with realtors from Zillow, we were finally matched with Karen Starosta. She made a great first impression with us. Unlike the other realtors who didn't take the time to listen to our needs and didn't give us the impression that they would be trustworthy and transparent, Karen made sure to answer every single question we had (no matter how silly) and was dependable and honest. What really made her stand out to us was how passionate she sounded about her job: She made it very clear to us that she enjoyed the experience of her clients finding their perfect home. We quickly realized what a great decision we had made with her and she was excellent throughout the whole process. Karen does all of the things you would want in a great realtor and more. She is extremely responsive (emails, texts, calls), knowledgeable (Brickell local), and diligent. As condos/apartments leave the market so quickly, there were many last minute viewings and late phone calls, but she showed up every time. There were even a few times when I wanted to make sure she knew it was okay to reply a little slower or reschedule because she was so hardworking! Our family is in no way easy to work with, yet Jason did a great job of navigating all of our priorities to hone down on the potential condos that would satisfy everyone's needs. She is a great listener but, more importantly, she is extremely intuitive. There were many times that we thought that we knew what we wanted but would change our minds. We probably drove her crazy! :) But she always remained patient and observant. After going through a few condos with us, I could tell that she already knew what our personal tastes/needs were, even if we didn't communicate them clearly. My husband is not the best at communicating, but Karen has a knack for reading between the lines. Our search was much more efficient and productive with her help. Moving to Miami (from California) last minute during a crazy market like this is daunting and choosing the right realtor is one of the most important decisions in the process. I highly recommend any homebuyer or renter to work with Karen. We know we will love our new home and she still checks in daily. We are so excited to move to her city!!!! Thanks Karen (and her family for being so flexible with the late night calls).

Nothing dreamy about this business. After trying to change a rental date because of an unavoidable…read morefamily issue, I was told the dates could not be changed, even though the business has published availability on VRBO. They have provided no reason why the date cannot be changed. When I called, I was promised a return phone call that never came. When I called again, I was told I would receive a text. The text didn't come. When I called again, nobody picked up the phone and voice mail was full. This is a highly unprofessional approach that is highly dissatisfying. Steer clear!

Anthony and his team we excellent in selling my home on Miami Beach. The home was sold quickly and…read moreI received full asking price. I would definitely work with Anthony again.

Anthony and his team were amazing!! He took us through the sales process step by step. He's quick…read moreto respond to emails and phone calls. He also negotiated very close to our initial asking price. We love Anthony!!! Highly recommend him to anyone buying or selling a house.

I just finish working on a rental project with Rafael and his team! I have to say that this broker…read moreand his team are the most professional group I have ever used. If you are renting or selling I highly recommend this real Estate office. This is coming from a retired realtor. Thank you guys for helping rent my apartment/ duplexj

What a great experience I had with Amistad Real Estate ! They are very thorough with the whole…read moreprocess and answered all of our questions. I will definitely recommend them !

My experience at Le Roi (managed by stream-line) has been less than satisfactory. A mere three days…read moreafter moving in, my brand-new bicycle was stolen from the designated storage area. Upon requesting to review the surveillance footage, I was granted access, but regrettably, the cameras that would have captured the perpetrator entering the property and accessing the bicycle were, coincidentally, non-functional. Subsequently, we encountered a series of package thefts from the mail area, particularly targeting Amazon deliveries. It is rather peculiar that the individual responsible managed to avoid being captured on camera. After conducting my own investigation, I have reason to believe - with 95% certainty - that the individual in question has access to the relevant areas and is familiar with the comings and goings of residents. Without making any direct accusations, it is worth noting that the maintenance staff meets these criteria. Since relocating to Le Roi, I have faced persistent issues with my HVAC system, necessitating eight service requests. Despite maintaining a polite demeanor and attempting to inject humor into the situation, my most recent interaction with management and staff was met with blatant rudeness. One would assume that after three years and eight service visits, management would be apologetic for the maintenance team's inability to resolve the issue. On one occasion, a staff member named Leo inspected a vent (not a return vent) and simply commented on its dirtiness as the root cause. Subsequently, I emailed Saul, suggesting that the issue may be beyond Leo's technical expertise. Instead of addressing the matter, Saul forwarded my message to Leo, causing understandable resentment. Throughout this ordeal, I have taken days off work, endured sleepless nights without air conditioning, and even researched the system, downloading technical specifications and reviewing related blog posts to diagnose the problem. It appears there is a small, intermittent short in the main control board that manifests after a power surge in the building, causing various components to fail. A professional technician from the AC company replaced the blower and mentioned that if further issues arose, the main board would need to be replaced. Despite this advice, Leo continues to replace individual components rather than addressing the root cause due to his lack of advanced troubleshooting skills. Moreover, Saul's email response to my inquiry about similar HVAC issues in other units raises concerns about potential underlying problems with the building's systems. The unprofessional attitude and dismissive tone exhibited by staff throughout these interactions are unacceptable. A prime example of the aggressive behavior demonstrated by management is the abrupt removal of lockboxes from the fence, which had been in place for over three years. With no advance notice or consideration, this action led to an unsettling incident where I awoke at 4 am, fearing a break-in, only to discover that my neighbor had to call a locksmith to access their apartment due to their keys being in the removed lockbox. Proper communication could have easily prevented this situation. I reached out to Saul regarding an issue with the lock boxes, and the response I received exemplifies the crux of the problem. It appears that the management company is adopting an adversarial stance rather than fostering open communication and collaboration to resolve issues. It is truly disheartening to see such a beautiful and exceptional building, of which you should be immensely proud, being undermined by the management company's poor customer service, internal corruption, and propensity for creating problems. I then reported safety violations and was served with a "notice of non-renewal"

Today i went to see an apartment in miami beach with the realtor Steven Grossman. After seeing the…read moreunit Steven asked me what i could "bring to the table". He told me because i don't have a social security would have to pay a year rent upfront. He told me that the building owner wants to see "CASH, MONEY AND A BANK ACCOUNT FULL OF MONEY, A LOT OF MONEY". I was so horrified with what i was listening. I left the apartment right away. I lived in los angeles for the past 5 years. My rent was twice the rent of the unit i saw today. I never had a problem renting apartments in santa barbara, los angeles and santa Monica. Yes i had to prove to all these places i had an amount available but they stipulated how much. the way Steven talked to me today was unacceptable and made me very uncomfortable.

Most real estate agents find a way to butter you up because their main gain is the pay, from…read morepersonal experience, HE will not do that Allan is trustworthy person with a big heart he tries his best to help you anyway possible. He will give you his honest opinion on pricing and negotiating for your buy. Don't get buttered up by those money hungry agents looking for a quick pay day.

Allan is amazing and arrived at the most opportune moment in helping us sell our home and achieve…read morethe highest value possible. We are so pleased with his professionalism and genuine empathy for our situation. It was obvious that we lived in an incredible neighborhood, but the house was showing its age. We were not willing to put the money needed to elevate the value of the home. Allan swooped in and assisted us in repairs and renovations of the home from his own pocket to allow the house to get the most accurate valuation possible. He also ran an incredible marketing plan in order to promote the house in a market for higher valued houses was in a downturn. We are convinced if it wasn't for Allan we would have never been able to sell our house for the price it was sold and in the relatively short time it took. Thank you Allan and I recommend his services, expertise and genuine concern for the families he represents. Allan has become part of the family and we will always be eternally grateful for all that he did for us.

David is great to work with! Wonderful local knowledge, responsive, and professional.read more

David made renting our home in Coral Gables a seamless experience. He's easy to work with, very…read morethorough, and always on top of things. Rebecca has been equally helpful with ongoing property management...both of them are great to deal with. Highly recommend.

Was looking for a condo in the Miami area for me, family and friends when the New York winter…read moreweather was miserable and Sir Eric Maxwell Lieberbaum the real estate agent for blackbook properties was awesome . He returned all my calls promptly and explained the whole process so even a community college dropout like me would understand. He texted me pics and specs of condos that I was interested in and didn't try to sell or push just to make a quick sale . He made the whole process so easy and stress-free ..SIR ERIC was so patient and made sure I found the right condo to my liking . He is the best and I would highly recommend Sir Eric for all your real estate needs in Miami and beyond . I usually don't give 5 star yelp reviews but this gentleman deserves it and more .Give him a call , he will find exactly what you need for rentals and buying . P..S. THANK YOU ANGELA FOR FINDING SIR ERIC MAXWELL LIEBERBAUM

As a first time homebuyer, I was lacking both experience & knowledge and I was nervous going into…read morethe home buying process. However Jessica was extremely knowledgeable, was able to answer all my questions, and walked me through each step of the process. Jessica's experience also proved invaluable especially during the inspection, negotiation, and appraisal stages. Jessica went above and beyond to get us to the closing finish line and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a smart, hard working professional.

As a first time home buyer, the whole process can be stressful and overwhelming. Alliance home…read moreinspections came recommended by a friend, and I believe word of mouth is everything. I was paired up with Stephan whom was unbelievably patient, detailed, and informative. Stephan walked me through the process, explained what he was doing, and went above and beyond by giving me overall advise and recommendations. I would whole heartedly recommend Alliance and put my trust in them.

The process of buying a house can be extremely stressful and costly. Knowing which company to…read morechoose from a list online can be intimidating, especially if you are not familiar with them nor have personal referrals from friends or family. Thus was the case for my husband and I on our first purchase here in Miami Dade. We had the good fortune, however, of calling Alliance Home Inspection for our pre-purchase inspection. Stephan, the owner, was very professional on the phone, gave me a fair quote and was very flexible on scheduling an inspection. On the inspection date, he came to the property and explained what he was going to be looking at and then went to work right away. He was very thorough and made it very clear to me that he was working for me- not the realtor or the seller. Stephan took a very critical look at the house- writing down all the good and bad- both which are crucial in making the decision whether to purchase the house or not. A lot of buyers are desperate to get into a house right now while the price is right, however, it is extremely important to know what you are getting into both for your own decision making as well as in determining what your insurance costs may be. With Alliance Home Inspection, I feel like we were well aware of the basic issues we would need to discuss with the seller, the things we were confident we would be able to fix, as well as things we would need to call professionals out for. For your money, Alliance Home Inspection produces a very professional report for you to keep electronically. This report details the inspection which covered everything from mildew on the driveway to roofing components. It is a very extensive inspection, and I felt comfortable with Stephan's explanation of each item. The thing that impressed me the most about this company, however, was Stephan's willingness to go the extra mile for me. During this sale, I was very stressed and busy. Stephan took the time to call the city and inquire about the roofing permits. The information he found out ultimately saved me money on my homeowners insurance. In today's cut-corners mediocre customer service environment, Stephan with Alliance Home Inspection went above and beyond. They were, by far, the most easy aspect of this home sale and I have already sent a friend to them on referral.