Out of all of the private island residential communities and investment opportunities in the world that exist today, properties located on Florida’s exclusive Fisher Island have to represent amongst the brightest.

Fisher Island is an exclusive private gated community located just a few minutes by auto-ferry, helicopter or boat from Miami’s South Beach. There is no causeway or road connecting it with the Florida mainland. It constitutes a haven of peace, tranquility that offers a complete contrast with the hustle and bustle of downtown Miami - It is often described as a little Floridian Monaco without the high rise buildings. The people that live there enjoy peace and safety that one would associate with Switzerland. It is a place where the sun shines most of the year and everyone is smiling !

Once owned in the 1920’s by the influential Vanderbilt family as well as Miami Beach’s pioneer Carl G. Fisher, the island’s tiny surface area amounts to no more than 0.343 square miles. In the US Census of 2000, Fisher Island was recorded for having residents with the highest per capita income within the whole of the United States.

It is not surprising that the rich and famous from all over the world are drawn to this paradise isle of coconut palms and mangroves because it benefits from the presence of every conceivable luxury - The island offers country club resort living with a tennis club and 18 illuminated courts, a 250 sq. meter spa, an elementary private school with an excellent reputation and education, Fisher Island’s championship golf course is a  35 par nine-hole golf course designed by architect P.B. Dye and two deep sea water marinas accommodating yachts up to 200 ft., private beaches overlooking the Atlantic and restaurants of high standard service and cuisine.

For those inclined to travel to Fisher island by helicopter, there is even a helipad. There is also a very tastefully and recently decorated luxury hotel - The Fisher Island hotel - a member of the Small Leading Hotels of the world.

Security is paramount and crime is non-existent. This is an international community where it is said that up to approximately 43 different nationalities reside. Many people are from Central and South America, Europe, Canada and ‘snow birds” from the northeast United States call Fisher Island their primary or  2^nd or 3^rd home. It is an ideal place for families to live and relax and for children to play.

In fact many people never actually leave Fisher Island throughout an entire 4 week holiday. This is an immaculately manicured island with over 500 employees that service the island where there are sandy beaches overlooking the Atlantic ocean, swimming pools virtually every where one turns, few cars because people get around mainly on golf carts, that come with each apartment. The difference between this island and other exotic island refuges is that everything works like clockwork here - you are in the United States !

There are around 700 midrise apartments and approximately 12 estates on the island. They are all designed impeccably in a Spanish mediterranean style and to a uniform standard of excellent quality. Few of the island’s residents live there all of the year round although it would not be unreasonable to ask them why because it is a land for lotus eaters !

Ironically there are few British investors - perhaps because the British are unaware of its existence. This is surprising especially as an apartment (or as condominium as they are known locally) can now change hands for as little as $500,000 for a one bedroom apartment when this time two years ago the same apartment would have sold for twice that amount. At the other extreme of pendulum, there are very large 4 and 5 bedroom apartments that are now selling at around $2,500,000 - $ 3,000,000 (to £ 1,820,000) whereas a couple of years ago the same apartments would have been selling easily for upwards of $ 5,000,000  -6,000,000 (£ 3,636,000). There are even super-luxurious villas where asking prices have dropped from $9,000,000 to $5M.

The quality of life here is exceptional and any future resident would be well advised to become an Equity Fisher Island Club member. Fisher Island Club membership preserves the island’s very exclusive appeal and ensures that the infrastructure of the island is maintained to a very high standard.

The world economic crisis has even affected Fisher Island but that can be interpreted to mean that now is the time to buy if you want to buy a piece of exclusive paradise - especially if you are paying in sterling or euros as the exchange rate is still very beneficial for those in that position.

For more information, contact Karla Abaunza, resident and Fisher Island specialist. She speaks English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese. Karla is the broker/owner of Luxury Living Realty, a boutique real estate firm dealing in the high end residential real estate market in South Florida. Located at 1111 Lincoln Road, Suite 400, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 (Telephone 001 305 343 5830) Karla can also be contacted by e-mail at info@luxurylivingrealty.net should you wish to take a first step in pursuing your island dream in Florida contact the expert.

Fisher Island is a dreamland for any homebuyer who wants to live a life of modern luxury. The 216-acre private residential community offers the most amazing and elegant residential units that might be too expensive for some acquire, but not impossible to get if you plan for it in advance.

Luxurious Living

One advantage of living in Fisher Island is the close proximity to all the fun to be had in the area. One of the highlights of this real estate dreamland is the 18 well-lighted tennis courts for those who want to enjoy sports under the tropical sun or the exotic Florida nightlife. Another luxury sport you can indulge is provided by Links Golf Course — a 3100-yard golf course designed by P.B. Dye.

For those who love to spend most of their quality time out in the wide-blue sea, then you will definitely enjoy the two marinas offered in Fisher Island. You can make use of facilities, like electrical hooks and cables to power up your boat while moored in the marina, cable television to enjoy some quality time in your own boat, phone lines, as well as golf cart rental for your trip to various corners of Fisher Island.

Spa International, one of the famous spas in the United States, is found here in Fisher Island — a perfect place for complete pampering. Other facilities include first-class restaurants, island market, schools, hospitals, polo field, private beaches, and other transportation amenities for trips in and out of Fisher Island.

Maximize Your Stay, Pick The Best Homes

To make your stay in Fisher Island a memorable experience, it is necessary to pick out the best homes in the area that will compliment with your lifestyle, as well as your purpose of your stay in the locale. There are two types of residential units to purchase — condos and estates.

Condos are considered to be the most expensive residential properties in Fisher Island real estate market. The facilities and services in condo rival those offered by 5-star hotels in all of Florida.

For starters, condos are designed to incorporate the modern amenities needed by any homebuyer who craves an easy life. The interior incorporates complete furniture and fixtures, as well as modern appliances from entertainment systems to laundry machines. Some of these condos even offer wireless and wired Internet access to each suite — perfect for any businessmen who wants to keep up with their career while having fun in Fisher Island.

The estates of Fisher Island are great residential properties to invest your money in. Estates are medium to large sized homes with facilities ranging from simple 2-bedroom flats to 5 bedroom and 5 bathroom residences. If you’re interested, then you might want to check out Palazzo del Mare for an elegant selection.

Vanessa Arellano Doctor
Fisher Island Real Estate

For information contact: Laise Lowachee

305-913-6678

Judge Grants Motion to Strike Footwear Mogul Pliner Lawsuit as Sham

Miami - May 29, 2008 - Circuit Court Judge Jennifer D. Bailey granted a Motion to Strike as Sham a lawsuit filed by Donald and Lisa Pliner in favor of defendants, Alexandra and Haim Michael Ifergane. Ms. Ifergane was represented by Heather Rutecki, Rutecki & Associates, P.A. and Mr. Ifergane was represented by Jonathan Perlman and Richard Sarafan of Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A. The Pliners were represented by David C. Pollack of Stearns & Weaver Miller, P.A.

The Pliners claimed that they were the victims of fraud because the Iferganes sold them a home on Star Island, Miami Beach for $12 million without disclosing that some windows purportedly leaked. Alexandra Ifergane moved to strike the complaint as Sham, a rarely used procedure available only in egregious circumstances. She was later joined by her former husband.

The Iferganes successfully argued that such relief was warranted because the Pliners had absolutely no basis for alleging that the Iferganes were aware of a leak. The Iferganes further questioned whether any leak existed at all and noted that the Pliners had disposed of the purported leaking windows and had only filed their complaint after Hurricanes Katrina and Wilma had damaged the Star Island home.

At the evidentiary hearing, the Pliners failed to submit any evidence that the Iferganes knew of any leaks. The defense presented numerous witnesses, including broker Karla Abaunza, principal owner of Luxury Living Realty, Inc., who showed the home on at least 50 occasions including during rain storms, all of whom testified that they never saw or knew of any leaks. Likewise, neither Sting nor Denzel Washington, each of whom had rented the property at various times, reported any leaks.

“The complaint was palpably false. Alexandra Ifergane’s Abuse of Process claim remains pending before the Court,” said Ms. Ifergane’s attorney Heather Rutecki. Mr. Ifergane’s attorney, Jonathan Perlman, concurred, saying: “the Court was correct to find that the Complaint was wholly without merit and to enter summary judgment.”

Founded on recognized expertise and extensive experience in complex bankruptcy and commercial litigation matters, Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A., is one of the largest specialty practices in Florida. For more information on the firm, please visit us at www.gjb-law.com

Rutecki & Associates, P.A. is a boutique law firm, which for over a decade, has represented A-list clients in high-end real estate matters, both property transactions and disputes. The firm also defends licensed Florida realtors and brokers before the Florida Real Estate Commission in ethics complaints brought against them by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.

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Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A.

100 SE 2^nd Street, 44^th Floor

Miami, Florida 33131

Laise Lowachee

Phone: 305-913-6678

Fax: 305-349-2310

llowachee@gjb-law.com

Selling a residential property in Miami real estate doesn’t have to be a complicated venture. Aside from the fact that you have to take in a lot of details so that you can sell the property at a decent price for profit, it can be really satisfying to see a family that is quite happy with a home they got from you.

If you want to be successful in this venture, hanging a for-sale sign in front of a residential property should not be your only option. You need to properly market your home to potential home buyers in the area, or even outside, if you want to rake in the profits. Here are some ideas to help you out.

Schedule An Open House

One surefire way to bring in the home buyers is to schedule an open house. You need to give your property a thorough cleaning and home improvements to make it appealing to potential buyers. To spread the word around, you can post on local bulletin boards, newspapers, and real estate firms around Miami.

You need to keep in mind that interested home buyers will be pushing you to lower the median price of your home by pointing out defects or problems with the property. Head this off by carefully removing any signs of niche that your home buyers can use to their advantage.

Sell Your Properties On The Internet

Selling your properties on the Internet is one of the methods being used by real estate agents today. In fact, the millions of potential home buyers on the Web are quite appealing to profit-minded home sellers. Here are some tips to get you started.

1. Create A Web Site

You first need to create Web site that will serve as the foundation of your real estate business in Miami. If you think that creating a Web site will entail cost, then you are definitely wrong. There are tons of free Web site services on the Internet. You can use blogs, social networking sites, and so on to start selling your property on the Web.

2. Describe Your Property

You need to describe your property in detail if you want to interest potential buyers on the Internet. Write something about the property itself — its architectural design, specification, style, and theme. You can also describe the surrounding areas and facilities in Miami that is accessible from your property.

It is a sound advice to include pictures of your residential property in Miami real estate if you want to make a lasting, yet pointed, impression on your online visitors.

Vanessa Arellano Doctor
Miami Real Estate

Despite the housing crisis that gripped the entire U.S., the demand for condominiums in Miami Beach is still quite high due to the convenience and luxury that it gives to its owners. In fact, foreign and local investors are now eyeing the condos in the city, especially prime areas, like those found in beaches, marinas, waterfronts, in the middle of the city, and so on.

In truth, the rising demand of these luxury units is attributed to the features that it gives to each of its occupants — making each purchase a worthwhile experience if you wish to grab the opportunity.

Fully-Furnished

Miami Beach condos are complete with furniture and fixtures that an individual might need during their stay. The developers of these condominiums take extra care in providing the most modern convenience they can find for their guests and condo unit owners.

For starters, each condo unit is fully-equipped with modern furniture that exudes a sense of beauty that will accentuate the overall theme of your home. State-of-the-art appliances can be seen from living room entertainment systems to kitchen cooking utensils that will give you a hassle-free lifestyle.

Daily Upkeep

Also, you don’t need to worry about the daily upkeep if you are staying in one of the luxurious condo units in Miami Beach. Housekeeping staffs are at the ready to provide their assistance in maintaining your unit in top shape. They can also do minor repairs from electrical appliances to leaky plumbing. You have to pay a monthly fee for it to avail of their services, though, but it’s definitely worth it.

Condo Facilities

The condos in Miami Beach also offer other facilities aside from those found in each unit. These facilities are jointly owned between you and the rest of the condo unit owners in the complex.

Swimming pools and sports facilities are commonly found in condos around Miami Beach. Some of them have their own recreational and entertainment areas accessible to the residents and guests every single day of the week. Underground parking areas equipped with high-tech surveillance systems are readily available to those who plans to bring their own ride with them when they move in.

Well-known condominiums in Miami Beach are integrating the Internet age into their services. The entire complex has access to wireless Internet connection that will serve those who plan to conduct their businesses at home; if not, each unit will certainly have one.

Safety And Privacy

Since the safety and privacy of their guests and occupants are their paramount concern, these condo owners take extra precaution to add security personnel and high-tech surveillance systems into the mix. Some of these condos take it to the next level by providing each room with a console that is connected directly to the guards on duty and front desk personnel in case of emergencies.

Vanessa Arellano Doctor