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This is Why Zillow Sucks!!!

by Brian C. Smith

We live in a time when technology has provided buyers and sellers with some of the tools that in the past were only available to licensed realtors.

I can’t stress enough the importance to buyers and sellers of avoiding the temptation to use Zillow vice seeking the advice of a licensed realtor.

I have seen many customers who used Zillow, end up with remorse.

Cautions About Using Zillow…

  1. 1 - Zillow states its median error for Zestimates in Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL is 2.3%. The number one reason why homes do not sell, is due to an unrealistic asking price. If you price your home incorrectly on day one, you will most likely end up selling it for less than you would have, if you priced it correctly.Zillow’s website even states that Zestimates should not be used for the final pricing of a home.
  2. 2 - Zillow does not match buyers with the best realtor. Zillow matches buyers with the realtor willing to pay Zillow’s fee.
  3. 3 - Zillow can’t prepare an offer and help explain the terms.
  4. 4 - Zillow can’t refer a buyer to top notch local real estate attorneys.
  5. 5 - Zillow provides buyer contact information to lenders who pay Zillow a fee. This should concern you.
  6. 6 - Zillow can’t guide buyers through the inspection process.
  7. 7 - Zillow can’t prioritize buyers’ needs and wants and balance them against motivations when finding the best home.
  8. 8 - Zillow can’t provide stern advice to help sellers ready their homes for showings.
  9. 9 - Zillow can’t provide emotional support.
  10. 10 - Zillow is the opposite of hyper local. It is focused on real estate everywhere. This is the last help you want with real estate.
  11. 11 - Zillow does hot have to comply with the law and all the legal aspects of a transaction.
  12. 12 - Zillow information is often outdated or wrong. This leads to buyers wasting time and energy on properties as they assess needs and wants.
  13. 13 - Zillow has not seen the inside of your home and discussed improvements with you.
  14. 14 - Zillow has not read the seller disclosure you filled out.

Benefits of Using My Website...

  1. It is hyperlocal with MLS information provided by an Internet Data Exchange (IDX) feed.
  2. It has tools absent on Zillow such as my skyline photo labeling the largest buildings in Edgewater with links to landing pages for each condo building.
  3. It has more intuitive ways to search for a home including the search tool, Edgewater Buildings, Miami Beach Properties, pull down for Condos, and pull down for homes.
  4. Each community has significant write ups including the description, amenities, residence features, floor plans, for sale listings, for rent listings, sold units, and local information such as businesses, churches, schools, and more.Other useful articles

The Wall Street Journal
How Good Are Zillow’s Estimates?
by James R. Hagerty

So, just how accurate is the Zillow “Estimate” anyway?
by Tom Horn

Zillow’s Typical Error is $18,000 (2019)
by John Wake

Brian C. Smith
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
Edgewater 🚀 | Miami Beach β›± | Luxury Real Estate 🍾
πŸ“² 305.318.8200

BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com



     

    Back in March I wrote a blog about the Greatest of All Time in several sports. Based on Eliud Kipchoge's breaking of the 2 hour mark for a marathon, let's add him to the list.

    When we look back 10 years from now, will this be the list of best in each sport?

    Hockey- Gretzky
    Basketball- Jordan
    Baseball- Ruth
    Football- Rice
    Golf- Nicklaus / Woods / Snead---toss up
    Tennis- Federer
    Boxing- Ali
    Swimming- Phelps
    Marathons- Gebrselassie, Kipchoge
    Ultra- Karnazes / Jurek---toss up
    Sprinter- Bolt
    NASCAR- Iwuji

    Brian C. Smith
    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
    Edgewater 🚀 | Miami Beach β›± | Luxury Real Estate 🍾
    πŸ“² 305.318.8200
    BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com



     

    I just tried Time Out Market Miami on Miami Beach after hearing several rave reviews.

    I should have accepted it as an indication of the food to come, when I passed 4 cats fighting in the street as I was paying my parking fare.

    I considered getting the Cuban sandwich, but I passed when I considered it was nothing better and probably worse than what I make at home.

    Coyo Taco sucks. Moved on.

    I considered getting Pho Mo, but the veggies were very limited like most Asian offerings in Miami.

    Pizza. No.

    BBQ. No but almost.

    I almost got the Japanese food, but if I am going to eat raw tuna and salmon I prefer sushi and sashimi.

    After 10 minutes of consideration I chose the Peruvian offering and got shrimp and fish ceviche.

    It was horribly salty and more expensive than Cvi-Che 105.

    The seats were incredibly uncomfortable.

    The “server” wanted to take my tray when I was still eating.

    The prices are slightly high.

    I rate this place as low as possible 1 star out of 5 stars.

    These are not the best chefs in Miami as advertised.

    Here are my top picks for the local area.

    Who wants to combine some of them into one location?

    BBQ | Pizza | Mexican | Seafood | Meats | Peruvian | Greek | Traditional | Brew Pub | Bistro + Bakery

    Brian C. Smith
    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
    Edgewater 🚀 | Miami Beach β›± | Luxury Real Estate 🍾
    πŸ“² 305.318.8200
    BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com



     

    Fish- September 7th, 2019- Miami Edgewater- Margaret Pace Park

    Miami Edgewater Real Estate Update

    Saturday September 7th, 2019 provided one of the coolest aquatic spectacles I have ever seen.

    I am a former Navy officer. I have spent significant amounts of time on the sea. It was not on a yacht nor at Seaworld. It was seen at Margaret Pace Park in Edgewater. Just before sunset. 1000s of small fish could be soon jumping in Biscayne Bay. As large fish approached the activity and jumping became even more active.

    Take a look for yourself.

    If you want to consider buying or selling real estate in Edgewater or Miami Beach, please give me a call.

    Brian C. Smith Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty your Miami Beach and Edgewater Local Luxury Real Estate Expert 305.318.8200 Enjoy the video.

    And please subscribe to my youtube channel.

    I hope you enjoyed the video

    For more local lifestyle videos please subscribe to my YouTube channel.

    Brian C. Smith
    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
    Edgewater 🚀 | Miami Beach β›± | Luxury Real Estate 🍾
    πŸ“² 305.318.8200
    BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com



     

    πŸ—½ ❀️ MIA

    Winter is is on its way.
    Are you ready to take another look at reasons NY resident are moving to MIA?

    1. Taxes
    2. Lower housing cost
    3. Weather
    4. The Beach
    5. NO WILD BUCKS!!!!

    “Out-of-State Buyers Flock to Miami”
    THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
    - Laura Kusisto, Arian Campo-Flores, and Jimmy Vielkind

    “Florida Ready to Take in New Yorkers Seeking Tax Shelter”
    NEW YORK POST
    - Carl Campanile

    “Big Earners From High-Tax States Flock to Florida”
    NEWSMAX
    Cathy Burke


    Top 4 reasons to move from New York, NY to Miami, FL

    1. State And Local Tax (SALT) deduction caps



    2. Your new home is awesome and considerably less expensive
    $1.295M in Miami can get you
    + a new construction luxury condo
    + panoramic bay, ocean, and city views
    + 4 bedroom / 4 bathroom
    + 2,234 SF

    $549,000 in Miami can get you
    + a 2 story Penthouse
    + bay and ocean views
    + converted 3 bedroom / 3 bath
    + 1850 SF

    $415,000 in Miami can get you
    + 1 2 story Loft
    + unobstructed Biscayne Bay with resort amenities
    + 1 bedroom loft with very high ceilings
    + 996 SF



    3. Average January Temperature

    Miami, FL- 77 degrees F
    New York, NY- 35 degrees F


    4. Miami Beach



    ​

    5. NO WILD BUCKS!!!

    Live or invest in Miami.
    I will help you.


    Brian C. Smith
    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty
    Edgewater | Miami Beach | Luxury Real Estate
    305.318.8200
    BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com



     

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    Cheers,

    Brian C. Smith

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty

    Edgewater | Miami Beach | Luxury Real Estate

    πŸ“² 305.318.8200

    BrianSmithSouthFlorida.com

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    Non-solicitation Disclaimer- If your property is currently listed, please disregard.

    It is not our intention to solicit properties that are already represented by another broker.

    The data was extracted from the Miami Association of Realtors MLS on 10/4/2019.



     

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