adminadmin

Miami Continues Leading Nation in Delisting of Homes (New Report)

In a sign that renting will continue to be the smart move in 2026, Miami remains the nation’s leader in delisted homes, a new report shows. Instead of lowering prices, frustrated sellers are pulling listings from the market altogether. This will keep inventory levels tight – and pricing levels elevated. Miami has the highest ratio of ...

adminadmin

Homeowner Holiday Debt Woes Show Why Renting is the Smart Move

A sobering new report about holiday season debt homeowners expect to take with them into 2026 serves as a reminder that renting is the sensible choice in the current landscape. Brand-new apartment building Douglas Enclave is proving to be a saving grace for renters in the Miami market. Realtor.com, citing data from Point.com, reports that nearly 70% ...

adminadmin

Connectivity: Trolley Expansion a Big Win for Douglas Enclave’s University of Miami Residents

In major news for Douglas Enclave residents – especially University of Miami students or employees, the City of Coral Gables is significantly expanding its popular Coral Gables Trolley. The free commuting service is used by an average of 1 million passengers annually and helps create a seamless and connected living experience for Douglas Enclave residents. ...

adminadmin

The “True” Price of Homeownership: $19,959 in Annual Hidden Costs in Miami (REPORT)

An asking price on a residential listing does not tell the complete story about the costs associated with homeownership. A new report from Zillow and Thumbtack breaks down the “true price” when factoring in annual maintenance, insurance and property tax expenses. The “hidden” costs of owning a home now exceed $16,000 per year nationwide, according to ...

adminadmin

Special Incentive: Two Months Free Rent for all Douglas Enclave Apartment Leases!

Brand-new Miami apartment building Douglas Enclave is unveiling a special limited-time incentive for those who act quickly: two months free rent. This incredibly generous concession applies specifically to 15 or 18-month leases. The offer expires on Dec. 3, 2025. Considering how competitive the Miami rental market is, securing your ideal apartment requires a smart strategy. ...

adminadmin

Shifting American Dream: Appeal of Renting Continues to Grow 

Renting is no longer considered just a step toward the ultimate goal of homeownership. A record 46 million U.S. households are renting, as more Americans see the flexibility it provides as a straighter path to long-term financial freedom.  Newsweek recently analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data on the historically high national rental pool to gain a ...

In Miami, renters are able to wait out another tough year by taking advantage of 18-month lease terms like those offered at Douglas Enclave, including locking in present-day rents
adminadmin

Lock in Your Rent Now: More of the Same Expected for Housing Market in 2026 

The U.S. housing market is not expected to see any meaningful relief in 2026, as new construction activity likely will not pick up until 2027 at the earliest. In Miami, renters can wait out another “tough” year by taking advantage of Douglas Enclave’s 18-month lease terms and lock in present-day rents.  A new analysis from ...

adminadmin

UBS: Miami is World’s Most Overvalued Housing Market 

In case you needed further evidence why renting makes much more sense than buying in Miami these days, the city just ranked No. 1 in the wrong kind of list: the 2025 UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index.  UBS studied 20 major cities worldwide and concluded that Miami is the most overvalued when it comes ...

adminadmin

REPORT: Modest Fed Cut Not Likely to Bring Mortgage Rate Relief

Don’t expect the quarter-point Federal Reserve rate cut to bring any significant mortgage rate reductions for aspiring homebuyers, a new analysis from Realtor.com shows. In fact, mortgage rates may even move higher due to other macro-economic factors.  “Prospective homebuyers who are holding off in anticipation that mortgage rates will automatically fall further after the Fed decision may face disappointment, housing economists warn,” according to ...

adminadmin

Skyrocketing Florida HOA Costs Bolster Case to Rent Now 

Florida is one of the nation’s leaders in a category that is the opposite of brag-worthy: homeowners saddled with burdensome HOA or condominium association costs. This distinction reinforces why renting is the sensible option in the Miami market, regardless of any incremental interest rate reductions.  A new Realtor.com report shows that 44.3% of Florida homeowners ...