Host Omar De Windt sits down with Ignacio Montes of Alta Developers and the property management group Nomada Destination Residences to unpack the strategy behind marketing short-term-rental-friendly residences in today’s Miami market, and what owners and investors need to know about managing their properties.

The conversation explores how developments like Cassia Residences Coral Gables are designed around hospitality: turnkey ownership, white-glove service, and professional rental management that allow owners to participate in Miami’s booming visitor economy seamlessly.

From tourism and airport connectivity to migration trends and the lifestyle appeal of Coral Gables, the episode explains why Miami has become a must-stop destination, and how developers market properties to capture that demand.

Guest: Ignacio Montes

Host: Omar De Windt 

Producer: Veronica Paris 

A/V: Jean Avendano

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email [email protected] today for a one-on-one consultation.

To get in touch with our team, call 305.374.3434 or visit www.Cervera.com.

In this episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Colin McMahon, Senior Vice President at Milo, to explore how crypto-backed lending is reshaping the way buyers approach real estate. Milo is pioneering a new lending model that allows purchasers to buy property without selling their cryptocurrency—specifically Bitcoin and Ethereum—unlocking liquidity while maintaining long-term exposure to their digital assets.

Colin breaks down how crypto-backed mortgages work, who this financing solution is designed for, and why traditional lending often falls short for high-net-worth crypto holders. We also dive into the mindset of crypto investors—their conviction, long-term outlook, and how their relationship with digital assets directly influences real estate decision-making.

Host: Omar De Windt
Guest: Colin McMahon
Producers: Jean Sebastien Avendano

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 55 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate. If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email [email protected] today for a one-on-one consultation.

In this episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Anastasiia Mann, founder of Muse Groupe, to uncover the latest marketing strategies shaping the real estate industry. From Instagram and LinkedIn to SEM and beyond, Anastasiia breaks down what’s working right now, the common mistakes realtors should avoid, and the tactics that no longer move the needle.

Packed with actionable tips and insider perspective, this conversation is a must-listen for agents, brokers, and developers who want to elevate their brand, generate leads more effectively, and stay ahead of the curve in today’s fast-paced market.

Anastasiia is the founder of Muse Groupe, a boutique marketing agency specializing in new construction and luxury real estate. With over a decade of experience in South Florida’s real estate market, she has led marketing for iconic developments like Aston Martin Residences Miami, Natiivo Miami, and Ocean Resort Residences Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. Today, she continues to shape Miami’s skyline by driving the marketing strategy for Arbor Coconut Grove, Aria Reserve, and top-producing agents across the city.

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• www.Cervera.com.

In this episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, host Omar De Windt sits down with Eddie Blanco, Chairman of the Board for the Miami Association of Realtors, to unpack the art of negotiation in real estate. Whether you're representing the buyer or the seller, Eddie shares the essential strategies, mindset shifts, and common mistakes agents make when it’s time to close the deal.

From pricing psychology to handling lowball offers and protecting your client's leverage, this conversation is packed with real-world advice that will sharpen your negotiation skills and elevate your professionalism.

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

Brickell is now one of the hottest retail markets in the country—and it’s just getting started. In this episode, urban retail leasing expert Jonathan Rosen, Executive Vice President of JLL unpacks how mixed-use developments in Miami are driving a new wave of urban retail growth. Discover why retail rents in Brickell have tripled, which tenants are winning big, and how projects like Brickell City Centre and Miami Worldcenter are redefining the live-work-play lifestyle.

We also look ahead to Fort Lauderdale’s urban core as the next big thing in mixed-use real estate, plus key insights on consumer behavior, convenience-driven leasing strategies, and the evolving retail mix developers need to stay ahead.

Guest: Jonathan Rosen 
Host: Omar De Windt
Producer: Veronica Paris

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

In this episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Marci Rossell, Chief Economist of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, for an in-depth discussion on the latest economic trends and their impact on the real estate market. Marci covers critical insights on Q1 2025 GDP estimates, explaining how recent market adjustments, particularly in gold prices, have caused unexpected distortions in GDP calculations. She also explores investor behavior in response to economic uncertainty, highlighting the shift toward traditional safe-haven assets like gold, U.S. dollars, and treasuries. Marci dives into the current state of the housing market, discussing the decline in homebuilder confidence and its implications for new housing construction in 2024. Whether you're a real estate professional, investor, or homebuyer, this episode provides essential knowledge on how economic volatility is shaping the future of real estate.

Guest: Dr. Marci Rossell

Host: Jessica Edgerton

Producer: Veronica Paris

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

Today, we’re bringing back a special episode from our archives—Episode 16—in honor of a very special occasion. March 14, 2025, marks the 95th birthday of our company’s founder, the legendary Alicia Cervera Sr.

In this timeless episode, Alicia shares her 7 Keys to New Development Sales, insights that have shaped Miami’s real estate landscape for decades. But before we dive in, let me introduce the woman who truly needs no introduction.

Alicia Cervera Sr. is a Peruvian-American businesswoman, real estate broker, and philanthropist. As the founder and chairman of Cervera Real Estate, she’s played a pivotal role in shaping Miami’s skyline. Over the years, she’s worked alongside industry titans like Harry Helmsley and Jorge M. Pérez and has been compared to Julia Tuttle for her profound impact on the city’s development.

Her story is one of vision, resilience, and determination. From her early days in Peru to her arrival in Miami in the 1960s, she recognized the city’s potential long before it became the global hub it is today. She pioneered the model for new development sales and helped shape iconic projects like The Palace on Brickell, Apogee, St. Regis Bal Harbour, and Aston Martin Residences.

Known as the Grand Lady of Real Estate and the Queen of Brickell, Alicia’s contributions have been widely recognized—from a dedicated stretch of South Miami Avenue named in her honor to the South Florida Business Journal’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Miami’s skyline would not be what it is today without her vision. So, in celebration of her remarkable legacy, let’s revisit one of our most valuable episodes. Here are Alicia Cervera Sr.'s 7 Keys to Selling New Developments.

Guest: Alicia Cervera Sr. 

Host: Omar De Windt 

Producer: Veronica Paris 

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

In this exclusive Vault Series episode of the Miami Real Estate Podcast, we unlock a timeless conversation from 2022 with the legendary Bernardo Fort-Brescia, co-founder of Arquitectonica. From launching his career at 26 to shaping skylines worldwide, he shares his journey to global acclaim—including The Plaza on Brickell, developed by real estate titan Harry Helmsley and sold out by Cervera Real Estate. Bernardo dives into Miami’s rise as a global hub, the architect-broker dynamic, and his best advice for closing deals. A must-listen for industry pros and visionaries alike!

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

What does it take for a city to transform from a “pretender” to a “contender” in luxury real estate? In our latest podcast, we sit down with Seth Semilof, co-founder of Haute Living magazine, to discuss Miami's evolution as a "Top Contender."
From launching the first real estate magazine in Miami to establishing a strong presence in the luxury market, Seth shares insights into Miami's dynamic landscape. We also delve into the booming Palm Beach area, attracting high-net-worth individuals like Ken Griffin and JP Morgan, and the impact of this influx on the city's culinary and cultural landscape. With hot markets like Pinecrest and a growing demand for trophy properties, Miami is becoming a premier luxury destination.

Guest: Seth Semilof

Host: Omar De Windt 

Producer: Veronica Paris

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.

Jeff Ransdell, founding partner of Fuel Venture Capital, joins us to break down the state of Miami’s tech sector—from AI’s impact on real estate to the rise of the creator economy. Where does the VC market stand in 2025 and what's new for Miami's booming startup scene? Here's the inside scoop on the city's innovation economy.

Host: Omar De Windt
Guest: Jeff Ransdell
Producer: Veronica Paris

This episode is brought to you by Cervera Real Estate, one of Miami’s largest independently owned brokerages. With 10 offices across South Florida and more than 50 years of experience, Cervera continues to redefine Miami real estate.

If you’re ready to be recognized for your talent and want the full backing of the Cervera platform to fuel your growth, email www.Cervera.com.