What's Happening in South Florida
South Florida is abuzz with news, from high-profile trials to luxury real estate deals and new developments. Here's a roundup of the latest updates.
Brain Damage Defense in Fatal Boat Crash Trial
George Pino, a Doral-based broker, is set to go to trial on manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in the death of 17-year-old Luciana "Lucy" Fernandez. An expert witness' evaluation of Pino's injuries may be crucial to his defense, as it suggests he may have suffered a traumatic brain injury that caused amnesia and "false memories regarding the details of the accident."
Luxury Real Estate Deals
Rick Ross Boosts Mortgage on Star Island Mansion
Rapper Rick Ross has secured an additional $10.7 million in financing for his waterfront Star Island estate in Miami Beach. The new debt brings his balloon mortgage principal to $35 million. The 12,400-square-foot mansion features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and 100 feet of water frontage on Biscayne Bay.
Billionaire Randal Kirk's Manalapan Estate Goes Pending
After a $15 million price cut, billionaire Randal Kirk's ocean-to-lake Manalapan estate is once again in contract. The estate is one of 21 luxury properties in Palm Beach County that went pending between March 9 and March 15, totaling $255.4 million in asking dollar volume.
New Developments in South Florida
GL Homes Revives Thorny Calusa Golf Course Project
GL Homes has revived a proposal for a residential project near Kendall after years of legal battles with opponents and public hearings. The project, which includes over 500 homes on the closed 168-acre Calusa golf course, has been met with concerns from nearby residents about the impact on schools and traffic congestion.
Movers & Shakers in Real Estate
Several high-profile agents have made moves in the South Florida real estate market. David Hunt Solomon has joined Coldwell Banker Realty after a 14-year run with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty, while Douglas Elliman's Hilda Jacobson has jumped to Compass.
Key Facts
- Who: George Pino, Rick Ross, Randal Kirk, GL Homes
- What: Fatal boat crash trial, luxury real estate deals, new developments
- Where: South Florida
- Impact: High-profile cases and deals making waves in the region
What to Watch
As these stories continue to unfold, keep an eye on the trial of George Pino and the outcome of the Calusa golf course project. The luxury real estate market in South Florida remains hot, with high-profile deals and new developments on the horizon.
What's Happening in South Florida
South Florida is abuzz with news, from high-profile trials to luxury real estate deals and new developments. Here's a roundup of the latest updates.
Brain Damage Defense in Fatal Boat Crash Trial
George Pino, a Doral-based broker, is set to go to trial on manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in the death of 17-year-old Luciana "Lucy" Fernandez. An expert witness' evaluation of Pino's injuries may be crucial to his defense, as it suggests he may have suffered a traumatic brain injury that caused amnesia and "false memories regarding the details of the accident."
Luxury Real Estate Deals
Rick Ross Boosts Mortgage on Star Island Mansion
Rapper Rick Ross has secured an additional $10.7 million in financing for his waterfront Star Island estate in Miami Beach. The new debt brings his balloon mortgage principal to $35 million. The 12,400-square-foot mansion features six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and 100 feet of water frontage on Biscayne Bay.
Billionaire Randal Kirk's Manalapan Estate Goes Pending
After a $15 million price cut, billionaire Randal Kirk's ocean-to-lake Manalapan estate is once again in contract. The estate is one of 21 luxury properties in Palm Beach County that went pending between March 9 and March 15, totaling $255.4 million in asking dollar volume.
New Developments in South Florida
GL Homes Revives Thorny Calusa Golf Course Project
GL Homes has revived a proposal for a residential project near Kendall after years of legal battles with opponents and public hearings. The project, which includes over 500 homes on the closed 168-acre Calusa golf course, has been met with concerns from nearby residents about the impact on schools and traffic congestion.
Movers & Shakers in Real Estate
Several high-profile agents have made moves in the South Florida real estate market. David Hunt Solomon has joined Coldwell Banker Realty after a 14-year run with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty, while Douglas Elliman's Hilda Jacobson has jumped to Compass.
Key Facts
- Who: George Pino, Rick Ross, Randal Kirk, GL Homes
- What: Fatal boat crash trial, luxury real estate deals, new developments
- Where: South Florida
- Impact: High-profile cases and deals making waves in the region
What to Watch
As these stories continue to unfold, keep an eye on the trial of George Pino and the outcome of the Calusa golf course project. The luxury real estate market in South Florida remains hot, with high-profile deals and new developments on the horizon.