The mention of “Miami” immediately evokes thoughts of beautiful beaches, warm weather, international flare, and an exciting lifestyle. The city has international first name familiarity one of the indicators used to categorize world class cities. Other commonly applied, and met by The Magic City, include a major international airport, international cultures and communities, an exciting entertainment scene, influential media outlets with an international reach, great shopping, and a strong sporting community with major sports facilities and venues.

These important characteristics, coupled with great weather, luxury hotel accommodations, strategic location between Latin America and Europe, and top international cuisine among others keep tourists, US residents, and second and vacation home buyers coming to the most international city in the US. Miami has a distinct edge over its world class counterparts… the availability of affordable real estate as compared to cities like Paris, London, Rome, New York and San Fransisco. (continue reading…)