Miami Real Estate Better Decisions

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Miami's #1 Real Estate Podcast hosted by David Siddons. Dive in as we e discuss the different macro and micro factors that affect the Miami Real Estate market in order to predict where the market is heading. This podcast is for people who want to know everything about the Miami Real Estate market through transparent and honest conversations. Prepare as we education to provide actionable advice on what to do, but also what NOT to do in today's market.

  1. 2D AGO

    Inside a Miami Billionaire’s Playbook: John Ruiz on Wealth Migration, Real Estate & Power Moves

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCAST Inside a Miami Billionaire’s Playbook: John Ruiz on Wealth Migration, Real Estate & Power Moves In this episode of Better Decisions, I sit down with John Ruiz — Miami-born trial attorney, entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of MSP Recovery — for a wide-ranging conversation on building at scale, operating through pressure, and what it really takes to create impact over decades. We unpack John’s origin story, the systems mindset that shaped his career, and why he believes money can’t be the motivator if you want to win long-term. We also dive into his newest venture, LuminSea, a marine safety and smart navigation platform designed to modernize ocean infrastructure through illuminated, data-enabled channel markers and next-gen technology. Then we shift into the real estate lens — the forces driving ultra-wealth migration into Miami, why waterfront is the ultimate finite asset, and what John believes the city needs to evolve as the stakes (and price points) keep rising. This is a candid conversation about risk, discipline, legacy, and leadership — and how Miami’s next chapter is being written in real time. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 0:00 – Teaser1:05 – Introduction: Who is John Ruiz? 2:31 – Miami Roots & Early Hustle 8:13 – The Rise: Building an Entrepreneurial Empire 18:49 – The LuminSea Vision: Reinventing Ocean Technology 31:35 – Systems Thinking & Scaling Big Ideas 36:28 – The Future of Miami: Wealth Migration & Market Shifts 45:05 – Ultra-Luxury Real Estate & The Land Thesis 1:00:51 – Where He Would Invest Today 1:09:12 – What Miami Still Needs Next 1:10:55 – Final Thoughts: Legacy & Inspiration 📌 Read the full article here:www.luxlifemiamiblog.com/from-law-to-business-leadership-inside-john-ruizs-rise-amid-miamis-wealth-migration-boom 📩 Want help making the best investment decisions in South Florida? Contact David Siddons📧 david@siddonsgroup.com📞 305-508-0899 📲 Follow David on Instagram → @thedavidsiddonsgroup🌐 Explore listings & data tools → www.luxlifemiamiblog.com 📬 Subscribe for more real estate insights, market analysis, and smarter long-term decisions. #BetterDecisionsPodcast #MiamiRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate #WealthMigration #JohnRuiz #MSPRecovery #LuminSea #WaterfrontRealEstate

    1h 13m

  2. FEB 9

    When Family Properties Become a Burden: The Probate Reality

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCASTWhen Grief Meets Real Estate: Planning Ahead to Avoid ProbateIn this episode of Better Decisions, I sit down with Lucy Robelo, founder of Synergy Home Care of Miami and a longtime David Siddons Group client who is now officially joining our team to focus on estate and probate real estate.Lucy brings more than 16 years of hands-on experience helping families navigate aging, care decisions, and major life transitions. Together, we unpack what really happens when real estate decisions are made too late—why probate sales often destroy value, how emotion and urgency cloud judgment, and why planning ahead can save families stress, conflict, and significant financial loss.This is an honest, human conversation about grief, family dynamics, and real estate—and how making decisions early can protect both the home and the people connected to it.⏱️ Episode Chapters0:00 – Teaser: When grief meets real estate1:01 – Welcome to Better Decisions1:55 – Meet Lucy Rebello & her background in elder care3:00 – Why estate planning requires emotional intelligence5:10 – The markets we serve & why local knowledge matters6:15 – Why families avoid estate conversations7:45 – Downsizing vs. reacting under pressure9:20 – Personal stories: planning for aging parents11:20 – Safety, independence, and difficult family decisions13:20 – Why probate sales usually don’t end well15:00 – How urgency leads to below-market sales18:50 – Real examples of lost value (30–40% and more)21:00 – Planning years ahead, not months22:40 – The overlooked “downshift” in real estate planning25:00 – Why estate homes don’t have to look distressed27:50 – How preparation protects value29:15 – When land sales make sense30:45 – Timing, permits, and creating flexibility31:35 – Leasebacks and reducing stress32:40 – Final thoughts & how we help families plan ahead33:20 – How to get more information📩 Want more information or have questions?Text or email ESTATE26 for more information📞 305-508-0899 | 📧 david@siddonsgroup.comRead the full blog article here: www.luxlifemiamiblog.com/when-grief-meets-real-estate-avoiding-costly-probate-mistakes-in-miami📲 Follow David on Instagram → @thedavidsiddonsgroup🌐 Explore listings & data tools → www.luxlifemiamiblog.com📬 Subscribe for more real estate insights, market analysis, and smarter long-term decisions.#BetterDecisionsPodcast #EstatePlanning #Probate #MiamiRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate

    34 min

  3. 12/12/2025

    Living in the Best Neighborhood for Health in America: Coconut Grove, Florida 🌳

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCASTIs This the Healthiest Neighborhood in America?If your home, neighborhood, and daily routine were all designed around helping you live longer, would it actually change your health? In this episode of the Better Decisions podcast, David sits down with Kane Sarhan, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of THE WELL, the wellness brand behind Miami’s most intentional new condo project in Coconut Grove.From building one of New York’s first “social wellness clubs” to pioneering wellness-centric residences in Miami, Kane shares how THE WELL is rethinking buildings as living, breathing ecosystems—where air, light, water, food, movement, recovery, and community are all engineered to support health instead of quietly eroding it.You’ll hear why Miami was ranked one of America’s healthiest cities, what makes Coconut Grove uniquely positioned to be the healthiest neighborhood in the country, and how THE WELL’s six pillars of wellness show up in real life—from walkable streets and old-growth trees to infrared panels in primary closets and in-house medical teams tracking residents’ health over time.Whether you’re a buyer, investor, or just obsessed with longevity, wellness, and Miami’s evolution, this episode is a deep dive into where real estate is headed next—and why Coconut Grove may be the blueprint for future “healthspan” neighborhoods.⏱️ Episode Chapters00:00 – Teaser01:04 – Why this might be America’s healthiest neighborhood01:53 – What is THE WELL, really?03:03 – Why wellness needed a new model04:16 – Raising capital & inventing “social wellness”07:11 – Miami calls: from New York club to Bay Harbor residences10:16 – 93% of life indoors & designing healthier buildings12:29 – Is Coconut Grove the healthiest neighborhood in America?16:01 – How Coconut Grove living differs from Miami Beach22:31 – Redefining wellness: six core pillars at THE WELL28:40 – How Coconut Grove naturally supports all six pillars34:53 – Walkability, schools & everyday movement in the Grove38:00 – Coconut Grove as Miami’s most resilient real estate market41:18 – Wellness “hardware” vs “software” in WELL buildings46:13 – Making self-care effortless for busy families49:37 – Can where you live extend your healthspan?53:06 – Final thoughts & how to learn more🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com/how-the-well-coconut-grove-are-redefining-wellness-real-estate-in-miami🎧 About the Guest – Kane SarhanKane Sarhan is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of THE WELL, a modern wellness company that blends Eastern and Western modalities across clubs, spas, and wellness-driven residential projects in New York and Miami. Before launching THE WELL, Kane helped create and launch iconic hospitality brands including 1 Hotels and Baccarat Hotels, and was recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list for his work as an entrepreneur and founder. Today, he’s at the forefront of the wellness real-estate movement—designing communities where architecture, programming, and daily rituals are all geared toward helping people feel better and live longer.📬 Subscribe for more real-estate insights, market reports, and smarter investment strategies.📲 Follow David on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedavidsiddonsgroup🌐 Explore listings & data tools → https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com#BetterDecisionsPodcast #DavidSiddons #MiamiRealEstate #CoconutGrove #TheWell #WellnessRealEstate #MiamiLuxury

    54 min

  4. 12/03/2025

    How Artefacto Turned Design Into a Billion-Dollar Real Estate Engine | Paulo Bacchi

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCAST How Artefacto Turned Design Into a Billion-Dollar Real Estate Engine Time is the one luxury you can’t buy back. In this episode of the Better Decisions podcast, David sits down with Paulo Bacchi, CEO of Artefacto, the Brazilian luxury furniture house that quietly helps move over $1B in real estate every year across Miami and beyond. From a 1,000,000 sq ft factory in Brazil and 3,000+ employees to 2-week delivery on fully furnished multimillion-dollar homes, Paulo shares how he built a brand that developers, designers, and top agents rely on to sell faster, for more, with less friction. You’ll hear how Brazilians helped rescue Miami’s condo market after 2008, why ultra-wealthy buyers will always pay a premium for time and service, how Artefacto turned crisis into its most profitable year ever, and why Paulo believes philanthropy and service are secret weapons for long-term success. Whether you’re in real estate, design, or just obsessed with Miami’s evolution, this is a masterclass in operating at scale, with heart. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 – Teaser01:02 – Meet Paulo Bacchi03:59 – Why Coral Gables was the perfect launchpad for Artefacto06:29 – The 2-week delivery model that changed Miami’s luxury market08:35 – Time, patience & serving $10M+ buyers10:12 – 2002–2008: Building a luxury furniture empire in Miami12:28 – 2008 crash, 20,000 unsold condos & no liquidity14:56 – How Brazilians helped save Miami’s condo market17:06 – Why Brazilians are obsessed with Miami20:29 – Turning the “worst year” into the most profitable year21:44 – Win-win ecosystems with designers, realtors & developers23:12 – Paulo’s core philosophy27:42 – The non-negotiable power of credibility & keeping your word30:24 – From furniture to branded buildings & development partnerships33:54 – What “warm contemporary” really means in Miami39:18 – Miami in 10 years: global safe haven for wealth & talent42:55 – How philanthropy unlocked Paulo’s biggest growth46:00 – The one true moat: radical, service-driven businesses48:38 – Final thoughts 🔗 Read the full article here: https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com/the-visionary-architect-of-instant-luxury-how-paulo-bacchi-reshaped-miami-luxury-living 🎧 About the Guest – Paulo Bacchi Paulo Bacchi is the CEO of Artefacto, a luxury Brazilian furniture brand with a 50-year history, over 20 showrooms in Brazil, and multiple flagship locations in the United States, including Miami and Madison Avenue in New York. Artefacto is known for its “warm contemporary” style, handcrafted quality, and turnkey solutions that allow high-end buyers to move into fully furnished homes in weeks—not months. Through partnerships with top developers, designers, and real estate teams, Artefacto has helped move over $1B in real estate annually across South Florida and beyond. 📬 Subscribe for more real-estate insights, market reports, and smarter investment strategies. 📲 Follow David on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedavidsiddonsgroup 🌐 Explore listings & data tools → https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com #BetterDecisionsPodcast #DavidSiddons #MiamiRealEstate #MiamiDesign #LuxuryRealEstate #Artefacto #MiamiLuxury #MiamiDevelopers #MiamiInteriors

    50 min

  5. 11/21/2025

    Best New Private Schools in Miami: Alpha’s Revolutionary Model and Why Families Are Flocking Here

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCASTBest New Private Schools in Miami: Alpha’s Revolutionary Model and Why Families Are Flocking HereIn this episode of Better Decisions, I sit down with Mackenzie Price—Stanford-trained psychologist, co-founder of Alpha Schools and the two hour learning AI tutor platform. After launching in Austin and expanding nationwide, Mackenzie has now brought Alpha’s radically different, data-backed model to Miami as the city’s newest high-performance private school option. We break down what makes Alpha so different from traditional Miami private schools: an AI-based learning model where students crush core academics in just two hours a day, then spend the rest of the school day in roughly six hours of real-life skill building—entrepreneurship, communication, grit, leadership, and social-emotional development. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 0:00 – Teaser 1:00 – Welcome 2:04 – Meet Mackenzie Price & Alpha’s origin story 3:04 – What Alpha School actually is 6:37 – Rethinking what parents should expect from private school 09:54 – The AI-based learning model explained 10:41 – What a full school day looks like at Alpha 16:02 – Why most kids are years behind despite “good” grades 19:11 – Six hours of real-life skill building 22:14 – Emotional development, anxiety, and the role of guides vs teachers 25:03 – Social skills, play, and the “Mean Girls cafeteria” workshop 27:40 – Sports, physical challenges & building grit through the body 30:26 – Who Alpha is right for—and who it’s not 33:02 – Mackenzie’s own kids’ journey 36:17 – Real student stories 41:00 – Parents’ biggest fears about AI in school 44:38 – Miami's overcrowded schools, migration & demand for alternatives 47:21 – Alpha Miami’s growth today & long-term campus vision 51:09 – Preparing kids for an AI future 55:02 – Shadow days, founding families & what to do before you visit 58:10 – Closing thoughts🔗 Related Resources Read the full article → https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com/the-rise-of-miamis-most-disruptive-new-private-school 👤 About Mackenzie Price Mackenzie Price is a Stanford-trained psychologist and co-founder of Alpha Schools and the two hour learning AI tutor platform. Since opening the first Alpha campus in 2014, she’s helped build one of the most talked-about school models in the country—combining AI-based learning, mastery-level academics, and intensive life-skills development. Mackenzie now leads Alpha’s expansion into Miami, giving local families a future-focused alternative to traditional private school. 📬 Subscribe for more real-estate insights, market reports, and smarter investment & lifestyle decisions. 📲 Follow David on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thedavidsiddonsgroup 🌐 Explore listings & data tools → https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com #BetterDecisionsPodcast #MiamiPrivateSchools #MiamiEducation #AlphaSchool #AIinEducation #MiamiParents #MiamiRealEstate #FamilyLiving #FutureOfEducation #DavidSiddonsGroup

    1h 12m

  6. 11/17/2025

    ⁠Inside Palmetto Bay: Why Miami’s “Village of Parks” Is Booming

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCASTPalmetto Bay, Miami: Schools, Safety & Quality of Life with Mayor Karen CunninghamIn this episode of Better Decisions, I sit down with Karen Cunningham, longtime mayor of Palmetto Bay—Miami’s “Village of Parks.” A former first-grade teacher and community advocate, Mayor Cunningham has led initiatives spanning school safety, flood-risk reduction, and park expansion while keeping the village’s small-town feel intact. We unpack why Palmetto Bay has become a top choice for families and value-minded buyers: low crime, strong public schools, meaningful parks & recreation, guardrails on over-development, and practical investments in resilience that can even reduce flood-insurance costs. We also look ahead at mobility upgrades, the growing downtown corridor, and how lifestyle and community programming shape long-term home values. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 0:00 – Teaser 1:00 – Welcome & guest intro 4:03 – How the village began 7:00 – Parks & recreation culture 9:28 – New recreation center coming 2025 10:56 – Who’s moving here & why 12:20 – Top schools driving demand 15:17 – Traffic & commuting life 16:11 – Development limits & zoning 17:13 – Multifamily projects & density debate 21:21 – Transit upgrades & mobility 24:46 – Comparing Palmetto Bay vs Gables, Grove, Pinecrest 26:05 – Best streets & neighborhoods 27:57 – Pickleball & community connection 31:07 – Village vibe & social life 34:31 – Nature, wellness & lifestyle value 38:03 – Rising home values & luxury builds 45:31 – Future growth & investment outlook 47:59 – Resilience, flooding & sustainability 53:04 – Events, parks & community gatherings 54:37 – Next decade & downtown vision 56:15 – Public safety & peace of mind 59:10 – Closing thoughts🔗 Related Resources Read the full article → 👤 About Mayor Karen Cunningham Karen Cunningham has served Palmetto Bay residents for over a decade—first as Councilwoman and now as a two-term Mayor. Her administration emphasizes public safety, parks and recreation, school partnerships, and infrastructure/resilience, all while maintaining the village’s community-forward character. 📬 Subscribe for more real-estate insights, market reports, and smarter investment strategies. 📲 Follow David on Instagram → 🌐 Explore listings & data tools → #MiamiRealEstate #BetterDecisionsPodcast #PalmettoBay #MiamiNeighborhoods #FamilyLiving #QualityOfLife #DavidSiddonsGroup

    1 hr

  7. 10/30/2025

    Miami Real Estate: What the UBS Bubble Report Got Wrong

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCAST Miami Real Estate 2025: Miami “Bubble” Headlines — What the Data Really Says (with Ana Bozovic) In this episode of Better Decisions, David sits down with Ana Bozovic—founder of Analytics Miami, four-term governor of the Miami Association of Realtors, and a Columbia-trained mathematician— to break down the UBS Bubble Index headlines and reveal the on-the-ground data shaping Miami’s market in 2025. We cover cash vs. debt dynamics, inventory by price point, migration flows, where risk really lives (older condos & micro-bubbles), and how to evaluate neighborhoods and buildings with first-principles metrics instead of clickbait. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 — Teaser 01:08 — Welcome & guest intro 02:05 — Ana’s credentials & approach (proof-level rigor) 03:12 — UBS report overview & media headlines 05:11 — Contradictions in the report (Pg. 11 vs. methodology) 08:48 — What a “bubble” is: debt, leverage & fast drawdowns 09:45 — Miami is an all-cash market (share by price tier) 10:54 — Wealth & talent migration: the prime driver 16:08 — A better bubble index: debt use + inventory signals 23:24 — Months of inventory by price point (how to read it) 28:36 — Condos: old vs. new, replaceability & risk 33:39 — Tracking high-end sales as a health indicator 40:01 — Three core issues with the UBS index 43:29 — Primary markets (Gables, Grove, Pinecrest, Beach) 44:21 — Urban rentals & short-term rental micro-cycles 52:12 — Older buildings post-Surfside: assessments & HOAs 56:31 — Branding mirage & new-tower micro-bubbles 60:08 — Pipeline saturation & small-unit risk 66:15 — What wealthy end-users actually buy 68:36 — New prime product vs. resale: volumes & PSF 72:25 — Will Miami actually “pop”? What would it take 75:09 — Long-term fundamentals: lifestyle, safety, taxes 79:24 — Neighborhood & building-level data tools 82:05 — Wrap-up & how to make better decisions 🔗 Related Resources Read the full blog article → luxlifemiamiblog.com 👤 About Ana Bozovic Ana Bozovic is the founder of Analytics Miami, a four-term governor of the Miami Association of Realtors, and a Columbia-trained mathematician known for rigorous, long-horizon market reports widely cited by The Wall Street Journal, The Real Deal, and more. 📬 Stay Connected Subscribe for more market analysis and smarter real-estate decisions. Follow David on Instagram → @thedavidsiddonsgroup Explore listings & data tools → luxlifemiamiblog.com Keywords: Miami real estate, Miami housing market, Miami real estate bubble, UBS Bubble Report, Ana Bozovic, Analytics Miami, David Siddons, Better Decisions Podcast, Miami condos, South Florida real estate, Miami property market, Miami housing trends, Miami market analysis, real estate data, housing bubble myths, wealth migration, luxury real estate, Florida real estate, real estate investing, Miami inventory trends, cash buyers, market fundamentals, real estate insights, Miami development, South Florida housing, Miami luxury market, condo market analysis, real estate analytics, economic trends, housing market 2025

    1h 12m

  8. 10/17/2025

    Miami Condo Market 2025: What the Data Really Says with Craig Studnicky

    🎙 BETTER DECISIONS PODCAST Miami Real Estate 2025: What the Data Really Says with Craig Studnicky In this episode of Better Decisions, I sit down with Craig Studnicky, Co-Founder & CEO of ISG World and creator of The Miami Report, to unpack what the data actually shows about South Florida’s real-estate market in 2025. We dive into resale momentum, pricing trends, inventory cycles, and the growing gap between new and aging buildings—cutting through headlines to reveal what’s really happening beneath the surface. Craig shares insights on buyer psychology, financing hurdles tied to Fannie Mae’s “blacklist,” and how Miami’s market is maturing into a new, data-driven phase. ⏱️ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:07 Why Miami’s market is misunderstood 4:48 2025 data: inventory & pricing trends 7:32 Old vs. new condos 9:58 Recertification laws & Surfside effect 12:42 Assessments & affordability 15:05 Why buyers avoid older condos 17:22 Hidden value in “oldies but goodies” 19:09 Stubborn sellers & buyer psychology 21:57 Inventory by price point 25:18 Interest rates & investor sentiment 27:56 Pre-construction slowdown 30:09 Aston Martin case study 33:51 Luxury tower oversupply 36:17 The “day-in-the-life” value test 39:04 Branding vs. quality 42:56 Licensing pitfalls 45:53 Delivery delays & pricing 48:10 End-users vs. speculators 50:57 Replaceability & long-term value 54:09 Grove vs. Brickell lifestyles 57:42 Migration trends reshaping demand 1:00:36 Where new buyers come from 1:03:18 South American demand 1:05:44 European buyers on the rise 1:08:31 Lifestyle & safety priorities 1:10:27 Short-term rental caution 1:12:40 Midtown, Wynwood & Edgewater 1:15:36 Design District growth 1:19:54 Walkable urban living 1:22:58 Retail revival & Lincoln Road 1:25:11 What’s next for Wynwood & Design District 1:27:33 Where to find opportunities now 1:29:06 Final takeaways & Q3 preview 🔗 Related Resources Read the full blog article → https://www.luxlifemiamiblog.com 📊 The Miami Report by ISG World → https://www.isgworld.com/the-miami-report 👤 About Craig Studnicky Craig Studnicky is the Co-Founder and CEO of ISG World and Related ISG Realty. With over 30 years in South Florida real estate, he’s best known for creating The Miami Report—the industry’s most trusted data source on condos and development trends. His analysis connects developers, brokers, and investors through transparent, data-driven insight. 📬 Subscribe for more real-estate insights, market reports, and smarter investment strategies. 📲 Follow David on Instagram → @thedavidsiddonsgroup 🌐 Explore listings & data tools → luxlifemiamiblog.com #MiamiRealEstate #CraigStudnicky #TheMiamiReport #ISGWorld #BetterDecisionsPodcast #DavidSiddons #LuxuryRealEstate #SouthFloridaMarket #Brickell #CoconutGrove #Edgewater #RealEstateData #MarketAnalysis #MiamiMarket2025 #RealEstateInsights

    1h 31m
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Miami's #1 Real Estate Podcast hosted by David Siddons. Dive in as we e discuss the different macro and micro factors that affect the Miami Real Estate market in order to predict where the market is heading. This podcast is for people who want to know everything about the Miami Real Estate market through transparent and honest conversations. Prepare as we education to provide actionable advice on what to do, but also what NOT to do in today's market.

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