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Episode 497: 12-20-18

Live from BALL & CHAIN in Miami’s Historic Little Havana

Bill Fuller, Barlington Group, is managing principal and co-owner of BALL & CHAIN in Miami, FL. Bill began investing in small-scale properties in 2002. In 2004, he launched Barlington Group to focus on creating a portfolio of properties in Miami’s urban core. He has been a prominent force in the revitalization of Miami’s historic Little Havana neighborhood.

Jim and Bill discuss the last few years of Little Havana’s redevelopment and the future on Miami’s close-in neighborhoods.

Andreas King-Geovanis is Founder and Managing Partner of Sextant, Miami, FL. Sextant is South Florida’s hottest vacation rental concept.

Jim and Andreas discuss how local developers and investors can work with them to monetize vacant inventory.

Episode 497: 12-20-18

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Fried On Business: Creative Home Finance HELOCS and MORE
Episode 760 | 03.20.24

HOME LOANS AND YOU
HELOCS
REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS
HOME REHAB LOANS


I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:
• pay off high interest rate credit card bills,
• remodel a homestead or investment property,
• find money for unexpected expenses or
• to just have an emergency cash cushion

Ed and I discuss HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and why now may be the time to take out REHAB LOAN on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

FLORIDA ONLY

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Listen today to learn more about how we are helping others solve their cash problems in days

*************************************

About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 
Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310
Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Fried On Business: UF Real Estate Update
Episode 758 | 03.06.24

UF Real Estate Update

Jim attended the Annual UF Trends and Strategies Conference last week

He will tell you what he learned at the conference and he will speak with one of the Program's students:

Emme Benoit about why she choose the UF MSRE program and what she is learning.

*************************************

About Our Guests:

Emme Gisele-Louise Benoit

Emme graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Supply Chain Management, but deep down, always knew real estate was the path she was meant to take. So, she followed her heart and pursued that passion. Now, she is a Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) student at the University of Florida, a journey that was largely inspired by her father's successful career as a commercial real estate developer.
Emme’s fascination with real estate isn't just about the industry itself; it's about the impact it has on communities and landscapes. She loves seeing how built spaces come to life, transforming areas and changing the skyline. It's about bringing a vision to reality and witnessing the profound changes that follow. This passion drives her every day and fuels her dedication to the field.
      Currently, she serve as the Co-President of the UF Women's Real Estate Society and as an MSRE ambassador. These roles have given her the incredible opportunity to lead, inspire, and connect with like-minded individuals who are as passionate about real estate as she is. Through these positions, she aims to empower women in the industry, foster a supportive community, and advocate for sustainable and innovative practices in real estate. 
      Emme’s journey in real estate is a testament to following one's passion and making a tangible impact on the world. She is committed to learning, growing, and contributing to the industry in meaningful ways, and she is excited to see where this path will take her.

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