Monica Harvey

President Barack Obama signed a housing law this week which protects tenants of homes facing foreclosure. According to the Miami Herald “Renters won’t have to leave right away when their landlords’ property is foreclosed”. Before, many renters booted out of foreclosed homes had to find emergency shelter with family or friends due to the  short notice they [...] Read full article »

President Barack Obama unveiled his homeowners rescue plan today in Arizona in front of an enthusiastic and welcoming crowd. Mr. Obama asked for every-one’s cooperation in overcoming this difficult time and emphasized this rescue plan is intended for responsible homeowners in trouble, not for real estate speculators and those who obtained loans under false pretenses. President Barack Obama says [...] Read full article »

The 21st century and its technological marvels are here to stay. Have no doubt about it, there is no going back. As as sit at a computer in Chile not missing a beat and keeping up with the Kardashians and the rest of the world, I came a across the news that singer Erykah Badu  blogged [...] Read full article »

A magnificent 2-story lower Penthouse at the Continuum South Tower in South Beach is being offered for sale. The best location at the Southern-most tip of South Beach,  within walking distance to restaurants, clubs and the best South Beach has to offer.  Gate and lobby attendants and concierge provide privacy and security to make the most [...] Read full article »

We begin 2009 under the worst economic conditions possible.  The stock market, the real estate market and retail sales are sinking fast.  Unemployment is rising throughout the country and businesses are going bankrupt on a daily basis. That’s the bad news. On the good side, there is a new sheriff in town, assuming his post in less [...] Read full article »

A fantastic income-producing condo-hotel at the prestigious 5-Star Regent Hotel. Large 1-bedroom suite, 1,147 square feet executive suite offering luxurious finishes and furnishings.  2 large terraces with magnificent views of the ocean and Haulover Cut to the Northeast, and Biscayne Bay and downtown Miami to the Southwest. The Regent at One Bal Harbour offers the outmost quality, with [...] Read full article »

Wake up enjoying the fantastic Miami Beach sunrise and end your day watching the mesmerizing sunset without leaving home. You can have it all at this 2 – bedroom 2 and 1/2 bath delightful condo. Elegant finishes, marble floors throughout, offering many upgrades, and inviting terrace with views of Government Cut and the cruise ships, the [...] Read full article »

OMG! I am finally inspired to write a football post after some painful college and NFL loses by my favorite teams, the glorious Miami Hurricanes and the victorious Miami Dolphins, all in one perfect football weekend. The Hurricanes defeated and dominated Texas A & M, in Texas, by a score of 41-23, in front of a crowded [...] Read full article »

The Treasury Department seized control of mortgage finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and with that, lower mortgage rates are a distinct possibility. This move might also inject new life to the depressed housing market, according to analysts said.  According to Mark Zandi, chief economist for forecaster Moody’s Economy.com “It should bring mortgage rates down, [...] Read full article »

After a long drought, the mirage in this football dessert is beginning to look real. The Miami Dolphins and the University of Miami Hurricanes have started their respective training camps and I am excited. I envision once again Saturdays and Sundays cheering for my favorite teams, and hoping we do better than last season. This is the Miami [...] Read full article »