LOCAL BUYERS · MIAMI AND BROWARD
Buy a home with context—not pressure
The right home should work for your life and your numbers. I help you evaluate each property with current data, a careful inspection, and a clear negotiation strategy so you can buy with confidence.
⌂ Guidance for different budgets and stages—from a first home to a move, sale, or investment. My advice is based on your needs, your numbers, and objective housing criteria.
DATA FOR BETTER DECISIONS
How home values have evolved
Estimated typical value in dollars, 2012–June 2026
Miami-DadeBroward
Typical value in June 2026: $522,601 in Miami-Dade and $424,261 in Broward.
| Year | Miami-Dade | Broward |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 167803.0 | 142975.0 |
| 2013 | 201278.0 | 171803.0 |
| 2014 | 227428.0 | 194286.0 |
| 2015 | 252551.0 | 213254.0 |
| 2016 | 274428.0 | 231661.0 |
| 2017 | 292383.0 | 254073.0 |
| 2018 | 310257.0 | 273210.0 |
| 2019 | 319698.0 | 282382.0 |
| 2020 | 341859.0 | 301878.0 |
| 2021 | 397211.0 | 352492.0 |
| 2022 | 482298.0 | 420134.0 |
| 2023 | 518026.0 | 445303.0 |
| 2024 | 543564.0 | 451666.0 |
| 2025 | 523243.0 | 428431.0 |
| 2026 | 522601.0 | 424261.0 |
ESTRATEGIA
Why buying may be a smart decision
Stability
Ownership can give you greater control over your space, long-term stability, and freedom to adapt it to your needs within a plan that accounts for the full cost of ownership.
Equity building
Each principal payment can gradually increase your ownership stake and strengthen your long-term equity.
More choice
Recent inventory provides more options than the years of extreme scarcity, creating room to compare and negotiate.
Protected decision
Comparables, inspections, contingencies, and document review help identify costs or risks before closing.
HOW I GUIDE YOU
A clear process from start to finish.
Align numbers and priorities
Total budget, monthly payment, reserves, property type, and areas.
Compare value
Comparable sales, condition, association, insurance, and inventory.
Investigate before committing
Inspection, documents, contingencies, and relevant questions.
Negotiate and coordinate
Price, terms, dates, financing, and closing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers before your next step.
Is it better to buy or rent?
It depends on how long you expect to stay, upfront and total monthly costs, flexibility, and alternative uses for your money. Compare personal scenarios rather than following a rule.
Should I begin with preapproval?
If you plan to finance, getting preapproved is the first step toward beginning your search with a clear budget and focusing on homes that fit your financial range.
Is list price the true value?
It is the asking price. Value is evaluated through comparable sales, condition, location, inventory, and terms; financing may require an appraisal.
DANIEL G. GUERRERO · REALTOR®
Turn information into a plan.
Let’s discuss your goals, budget, and timeline. You’ll receive personalized guidance to approach the next step with clarity.