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We chart Miami’s journey from a 1926 hurricane launch to a global finance hub, and how discipline, density, and demographics shape values. Mike Pappas shares cycles survived, why CCIM skills matter, and the long-game moves that keep firms resilient.

• Keyes Realty’s origins, leadership transition, and growth strategy
• CCIM as the language of real estate and decision framework
• Owning real estate to stabilize a brokerage through downturns
• Lessons from cycles: 1981, early 1990s, and 2008 to 2011
• Miami’s post‑COVID inflows, land scarcity, and density premium
• Office recovery, construction costs, and negative leverage risk
• Affordability pressures, regional shifts, and micro‑CBD growth
• Conservative debt, swaps, and cash flow discipline
• Street‑level prospecting, database rigor, and client motivation
• 2030 goals to double volume and expand commercial platform

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What happens when curiosity meets execution? George Dargham, founder of Office Furniture 4 Sale, shares how a logistics insight sparked a thriving business. Hear how he scaled from local ads to global sourcing, mastered rapid installs, and embraced “resimercial” design to meet the modern workplace.

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Luis Perez of TrueView shares his rise from working construction summers to building Florida’s largest inspection company. In this cafecito chat, he unpacks Miami-Dade’s strict recertification rules, why they apply to more properties than many realize, and how proactive inspections protect both investments and lives. 

You can get in touch with Luis at [email protected] or visit True View's website.

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What happens when Miami’s unstoppable growth meets cutting-edge real estate tech? Brian Gonzalez of Loopnet reveals how search demand is soaring, office space is thriving, and digital platforms are changing the game. Tune in for insider tips and a fresh look at South Florida’s CRE market.

To get in touch with Brian, you can email him at [email protected] or connect with him on LinkedIn. 

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Wealth Advisor Henry Silva reveals how CRE owners and brokers avoid costly tax pitfalls. Hear about a costly lesson from a CRE transaction, the “Freedom Fund” framework for variable income, and smart entity setups that keep more in your pocket. Practical, tactical, and made for dealmakers.

Ready to explore how wealth management strategies can benefit your commercial real estate practice and clients? Connect with Henry Silva on LinkedIn or at [email protected] to continue the conversation.

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From Wisconsin winters to Miami sunshine, Louis Archambault’s journey shaped his unique perspective on law and real estate. In this cafecito chat, the Saul Ewing partner and CCIM Miami board member shares insights on Miami’s industrial market, creative deal-making, and the philosophy behind condo law. Tune in for a dynamic conversation blending personal story, market trends, and fresh strategies for navigating South Florida CRE. 

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