Miami’s Blue Macaws
The EWM Realty branch office out of which I work is right on the corner of US1 and Riviera Drive. I am on the top floor and it affords me a view of the blue rooftops of Coral Gables’ Chinese […]
Author Archives: Ashley Brinson Cusack
Uber: The Greatest Thing Since Sliced Bread
The Miami-Dade County Commission was on the brink of forcing Uber shut down locally, but I am happy to tell you that the company recently cleared a hurdle that will allow it to stick around. I must tell you that […]
Getting Rid of Miami’s Vice
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) recently revealed that it has issued a temporary Geographic Targeting Order in Miami-Dade and New York Counties. The so-called “GTO” will require some title companies to report all-cash purchases in excess of $1,000,000 in […]
New Mortgage Rules, New Headaches?
Last October the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau implemented the “Know Before you Owe” mortgage initiative. It is a program designed to protect buyers who obtain a loan to purchase their house by providing them with as much detailed information about […]
Sophisticated, New Construction Townhouse
If you are looking for high-end finishes, large spaces, clean lines, excellent storage, a pool, and a close but quiet location, then my new listing in Coconut Grove ticks all of your boxes. Built just last year, this […]
The Importance of Sunday Open Houses
Are you someone who sees an open house sign and immediately pulls over to take a peek? I might be one of those people, except I am generally the one holding homes open on Sundays. My listings are all advertised […]
Why Hand-Delivering Holiday Gifts Matters
As a businessperson I find that giving holiday gifts to my clients is an important annual tradition. As you know I am a realtor, but I do think that most professionals can benefit from this practice because it is an […]
The Miami Christmas Pig
“The best part about living in Miami is that you’re so close to the United States,” is a joke that I have often heard about my hometown. It is true, Miami is a cultural melting pot because people from all […]
Fishy Phishing Emails
A few weeks ago I wrote a blog regarding my email being hacked and how this led us to wire money to a fraudulent account. What I did not address in that piece is that hackers are getting in via […]
Lakefront Living in Prime South Miami: 6121 Twin Lake Drive
When walking into my listing at 6121 Twin Lake Drive, you are immediately struck by the beautiful lake view. It would draw you straight outside if it were not for the truly lovely interior featuring open living and […]