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Realtor® of the Week
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Location: Sunshine Ranches: 6501 & 6541 Appaloosa Trail in Southwest Ranches
Jason Kapit Name: Jason Kapit Company name? EWM Realty Interna-
tional |Christie’s International
Originally from? Virginia, but moved to
Fort Lauderdale when I was 3.
Where live now? Southwest Ranches, but maintain offices in Weston and Las Olas. Realtor designations? ESQ. The law thing really helps when it comes to negotiating real estate transactions. How long in real estate? 11 years (24/7)
What made you get into real estate? Always passionate about all things real
estate: Art of the deal, interior design, architecture, landscaping. I was the guy at Publix taking every real estate magazine off the rack to thumb through.
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Bedrooms/baths/garages: 5/6/3 and 6/8/4 Features: In the heart of Southwest Ranches, construction of two custom spec homes is underway, with an expected completion date in Summer 2015. Each 2.5-acre estate will offer the newest designs with clean lines, sleek European-inspired kitchens, wet bars, impact glass, fantastic open spaces and well-thought-out floor plans. Marson Development, in its latest offering has conceptualized the needs of buyers, and is proud to offer both a 7,300-square-foot one-story model as well as an
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8,985-square-foot two-story estate, each complete with summer kitchens, gorgeous pool and patio spaces and gathering areas for every occasion.
Amenities: Too many to list in this private equestrian paradise; call for a private tour. Site visits by appointment only.
Price: $2.144 and $2.564 million Additional information: Visit MarsonDevelopment.com Contact: Jason Kapit, EWM Realty Christies International, (954) 650-4443, or email JasonKapitFTL@gmail.com
Location: Running Brook Hills in Coral Springs Why popular: One of the first developments in Coral Springs to feature homesites of up to three acres. Located west of University Drive and south of Wiles Road, the main entrance is a short drive through a covered bridge that has become a Coral Springs landmark. Appeals to: A number of young professionals and their families are attracted to this quiet, stately community that’s close to houses of worship, restaurants, parks, and A-rated schools. The expansive properties range from 2,500 square feet to more than 8,000 square feet, many with lake views and tennis courts. In the last 60 days I have sold the two highest priced homes in the area at $1.636 million and $995,000. There is fantastic momentum for this community and the neighborhood is in a major upswing, enjoying a wellearned revival. Type of homes: Single-family estates on one to three acres.
Price range: From $400,000 to more than $2 million Contact: Jason Kapit, EWM Realty International/ Christie’s International, (954) 650-4443, email JasonKapitFTL@gmail.com
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What separates you from other Realtors? Passion, Pres-
ence, Knowledge, The Law, Serious Negotiating Skills. I’m 45. If I were 15 years younger, there might be a spot for me on “Million Dollar Listing”. Congrats to Samantha, Chad and Chris for bringing the show to Miami.
Which neighborhoods/areas are your specialty? Not
so much an area but a price point. I routinely represent properties exclusively above One Million Dollars. I now have an office at 1700 E. Las Olas Blvd., so I will be aggressively pursuing market share on the East side.
Describe your working style? Casual but intense. I’m not
wearing flip-flops but I’m not really a suit and tie guy either. I ALWAYS answer my phone and my clients know I am available 24/7. I don’t stop.
What advice do you have for buyers? Indecision is your
enemy. You don’t need to make hasty decisions but if you like something, act!
What advice do you have for sellers? Hire the best and
brightest to list your home for sale. Interview more than one agent. Good agents don’t fear competition. Their clients and track record do all the talking.
How does what you’ve learned about real estate help your clients?
What professional accomplishment makes you the most proud?
What’s one thing people would be surprised to know about you?
Tremendously! It allows them to be themselves. They can be calm, cool, collected or complete basket-cases. It doesn’t matter because they have ME. I’ve negotiated hundreds of successful transactions. I am tactfully aggressive, with a no-nonsense approach. They understand that I am in complete control of their real estate affairs. It’s all good.
Following a very untraditional, unique and long-winding path into real estate (attorney and institutional trader), ultimately providing me serious edge, street cred and a fantastic career helping buyers and sellers in the luxury market.
For as hardcore as I am in the field or at the office when I am working, I really like to read, write, relax and spend time with my family. I am as engaging as any of the guys you see on MDL in an agent capacity. But at home, I’m just dad (LOL), hanging with my wife and kids, attending my daughter’s equestrian practices and competitions, or playing fetch with 1 of my 3 dogs.
What’s the hottest listing you have right now? Loaded
question as the properties I represent have all the bells and whistles that Buyers want.
But we announced at Art Miami, the latest Landmark Ranch Estate masterpiece, “Azuria” a tropical contemporary compound that will set a new benchmark for luxury single-family residences in Broward County. A sneak peak rendering showcasing conceptual design debuted at the Christie’s booth (Art Miami’s real estate sponsor) from December 3rd to December 7th and meetings to walk the site and tour the community have already been arranged even before building has begun!
Are you involved in any charitable organizations? For years I have devoted time and money to Relay For Life, Wounded Warrior Project, Fisher House Foundation, Humane Society of Broward County and a host of animal charities/shelters as my family and I are passionate about dogs and horses.
Contact information?
For immediate access, call my cell 954.650.4443, and yes I will answer so don’t be surprised. Email, kapit.j@ ewm.com and for social media junkies, especially Twitter & Instagram @ JasonKapitFTL
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Condo & Florida law says associations can buy condo units and lease or sell them H.O.A. Law
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The owners are suspicious of a former board mishandling funds and possibly embezzling funds from our association’s accounts. We have heard that once the former board was out for over a year that the new board or any owner cannot file any charges against the former board members. Is this true?
Michael Bogen devotes his legal practice to representing hundreds of condominium and homeowner associations. Bogen, who is admitted to practice law in Florida, Washington, D.C., and Nevada, is also admitted before the United States District Court in the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida. Michael Bogen is assistant executive director of the Condo Council, which provides education to over 1,000 association members. If you have a related question, please send your emails to column@condolaw.com.
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There is a legal term called the statute of limitations that limits the right of a harmed party, such as the association, from bringing suit against the party who caused the harm, such as the former board members who allegedly embezzled money from the association’s
accounts. Depending on the amount embezzled, a claim against a board member (or former board member) must be brought against such a person within four or five years for such alleged embezzlement. Otherwise, the association’s claim may be forever barred even with the strongest evidence.
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We have an owner that always sends in records requests asking for numerous documents to be copied that takes an extraordinary amount of time to prepare. May the association charge for this time?
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The association may charge time for personnel to gather and copy documents at a rate not to exceed $20 per hour. However, the association may not charge if the time takes less than 30 minutes or if the number of pages to copy is 25 pages or less. The association may also charge 25 cents per page after the first 25 pages.
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Our association recently purchased one of the units in our condo association. Shortly thereafter, the board decided to lease out the unit. Is this legal?
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Yes, unless the governing documents of the association prohibit it. Under Florida law, unless the governing documents say otherwise, the association has the power to purchase units in the association and to lease or sell such units. This usually occurs when the association forecloses on a unit owner who fails to pay their monthly or quarterly assessments and ends up taking title after the foreclosure is over.