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f your family is like mine, Halloween is one of your kids’ favorite holidays. This seems a bit strange to me, when you think about the origins of this holiday.

The word Halloween is a contraction for All Hallow’s Eve, a Christian day of remembrance believed to have been established in the 8th century

by Pope Gregory III. It was a quiet somber day.

So, how did we get from silently meditating about dead saints to carving pumpkins, overeating candy and dressing up like our favorite super-villain or princess?

The answer, it seems, is that like many modern holidays, Halloween is actually an amalgamation of a number of different traditions. Historians believe that many of our current Halloween customs have their roots in the British Isles. In the 16th century, youths in parts of Ireland and Scotland would go from house to house impersonating old spirits. They would threaten mischief if they were not greeted and offered food. This is where the phrase “Trick or Treat” originated.

Over time, these mostly Pagan traditions became commercialized to become the Halloween we know today: a day when children dress up as superheroes and collect candy; a time when teens participate in, hopefully, harmless pranks; and a night when young adults frequent parties, dressed as any number of things.

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3rd Meditation for Peace and Illumination – Cleanse your aura in this one hour meditation session.

Registration is not necessary, but seating is first come, first served. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

Coping With Your Emotions – Well-being starts with our emotions.

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Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

Latin Music Festival – FREE, 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. For more information call 954-602-3319 What Do I Need to Know About Triple Negative Breast Cancer?

– This Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar will focus upon Triple Negative Breast Cancer- what it is, how it differs from other types of breast cancer, and how to treat it.

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Universal Class – Free Online Classes from Broward County Library!

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10th Yoga – This is a Hatha “All Levels” class with breathing, balance, strength and stretching exercises followed by guided relaxation and meditation. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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17th Business Workshop: “So You Want to Start a Business?” – This workshop will cover topics such as What it Takes to Start a Business, Advantages and Disadvantages of Being an Entrepreneur, The ART of Success, Keys To Selecting the “Right” Business For You and More! 6:00 p.m.

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13th Special Mother Goose Story Time – Mother Goose Story Time will be making Halloween crafts. Children will have lots of fun making witches and ghosts. Ages 2-5 with caregiver.

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15th Read for the Record: “The Bear Ate Your Sandwich” by Julia SarconeRoach – Join the Read for the Record national campaign that was launched over a decade ago to address the educational inequities that leave too many children unprepared for kindergarten. This year’s book is THE BEAR ATE YOUR SANDWICH by Julia Sarcone-Roach. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Miramar Library. Pre-registration required (954) 357-8180. Ages 3-6 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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Friends of the Miramar Library Membership Meeting – Meeting to discuss library events and advocacy.

Open to the Public. 11:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m.

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Gain the Upper Hand with Your iPad! iOS 9 – In this course you will learn how to use advanced apps for iPad. Please bring your own iPad fully charged. Seating is limited. No Pre-Registration. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

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20th Writer’s Club – The Friends of the Miramar Library hosts this Creative Writing Club. Come on out and write, read, listen and comment! 10:30 a.m.- 12:00p.m. Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

Mother Goose Story Time Halloween Parade – Mother Goose Story Time will be hosting its annual Halloween Parade! Come in costume. Ages 2-5 with caregiver. 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

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26th Tween Book Club – Let’s celebrate Banned Book Week by reading and discussing one of the top 100 banned/ challenged books from 2000-2009.

Please call library at 954-357-8180 for title Ages 9-12. 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

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29th The Phantoms…Unmasked! – Enter into a shadowy realm of mystery as three of the world’s greatest Phantoms, joined by an incredible chorus of area rising talent, share untold stories of their experiences behind the mask and face their darkest fears while performing classics of passion and seduction from such hits as Les Miserables, Man of La Mancha, Jekyll & Hyde, Miss Saigon, West Side Story, South Pacific, Jesus Christ, Superstar, and The Phantom of the Opera! Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime evening of intrigue and obsession! 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p..m. Miramar Cultural Center Theater, 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-602-4500.

22nd Zinio—Free Online Magazines from Broward County Library – Hundreds of FREE magazines for your computer or mobile device! Come and learn how!! 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

Teen Club – Come hang out with other teens and plan cool activities for the library. Join and earn volunteer hours. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

Adult Coloring Book Club : A Unique Way to Destress and Unwind – Adult Coloring Books have intricate designs and patterns compared to children’s coloring books. This program offers a unique way to de-stress and unwind.

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El Club – A class that provides an opportunity for intermediate Spanish learners to practice Spanish conversation. Mondays, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Miramar Library, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information call 954-357-8090.

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At-Risk Youth in Miramar Enjoy Annual “Hangin’ with 5-0” Program community news

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isits to the beach, bowling alley, skating rink and arcade were just a few of the activities enjoyed by more than 80 at-risk youth in Miramar during the one-ofa-kind “Hangin’ with 5-0” summer camp, a joint community initiative between the Miramar Police Athletic League and the City of Miramar. Sponsored by Sunbeam Properties & Development and the Miramar Park of Commerce, the largest locally owned and managed business park in South Florida, “Hangin’ with 5-0” is in its fourteenth year.

“The program is still thriving thanks to Sunbeam Properties, whose support saved ‘Hangin’ with 5-0’ from elimination due to budget cuts in 2008,” said City of Miramar Police Officer and Miramar Police Athletic League Executive Director Scott Hadley.

“They have supported us every year since then, and we can’t thank them enough.”

The 11 to 15 year-olds who participate free-of-charge in the six-week summer program are identified by their school’s resource officer and guidance counselor. The students enjoy a variety of activities and field trips with Miramar Police Department officers, who serve as event organizers, chaperones, mentors and more. Each day, breakfast and lunch were served and the program concluded with a pizza party.

“It’s a great way for us to provide a safe environment for the kids during summer when they’re not in school. We offer a ton of fun activities that they wouldn’t get to do otherwise and many of them come back year after year,” said Sergeant Julie Black.

“Plus, it’s a lot of fun.”

In addition to “Hangin’ with 5-0,” Sunbeam Properties & Development supports the City of Miramar through other nonprofit organizations, having donated resources for the Ansin Sports Complex and the Ansin Family Gallery in the Miramar Cultural Center.

The Miramar Park of Commerce has also been the site for supply drives for America’s Moms for Soldiers and a food drive for the United Way of Broward County.

“We are delighted to support ‘Hangin’ with 5-0’ for the eighth consecutive year,” said Maridee Bell, vice president of Sunbeam Properties, developer of the Miramar Park of Commerce. “The program meets a need in our community and certainly brightens the summer season for so many students. We have no doubts that it will continue to do so.”

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he National Touring Concert Attraction THE PHANTOMS…UNMASKED! will take the stage at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place, on Saturday, October 29 at 8 p.m.

THE PHANTOMS…UNMASKED! is the headline celebrity presentation at the performing arts center’s 2016 Gala Benefit, co-sponsored by the Miramar Cultural Trust.

Enter into a shadowy realm of mystery as three of Broadway’s greatest Phantoms share untold stories of their experiences behind the mask and face their darkest fears—while performing classics of passion and seduction from such Broadway hits as Les Misérables, Man of La Mancha, Jekyll & Hyde, West Side Story, South Pacific, Jesus Christ, Superstar and The Phantom of the Opera.

The Phantoms will be joined onstage by an incredible chorus of area rising talent selected through a highly competitive audition process.

THE PHANTOMS…UNMASKED! stars Broadway “Phantoms” John Cudia, Gary Mauer and Grant Norman, with musical direction by Daniel C. Strange. The concert presentation is conceived, produced and directed by Jodi Chekofsky and Stephen Kantrowitz.

Show only tickets for this extraordinary benefit evening are $50 and $75, with an “Angel of Music” package available for $125 per person that includes the performance, a post-show “Meet-the-Phantoms” cocktail and dessert reception and program listing. Student tickets are $25 and available with ID. John Cudia holds the distinct honor of being the first and only actor to have performed both as The Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera and Jean Valjean in Les Misérables on Broadway. Cudia’s most recent Broadway run counted him as only the 12th performer to play The Phantom in its historic, record-breaking 28 years.

Gary Mauer most-recently starred in the Broadway production and National Tour of The Phantom of the Opera, playing The Phantom. Broadway and National Tour credits also include Les Misérables and The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Grant Norman’s illustrious stage career has included the legendary Broadway shows: Miss Saigon, Beauty and the Beast, and The Phantom of the Opera. He

made his Broadway debut in Miss Saigon, where he played the role of Chris. After beginning with the Broadway production of The Phantom of the Opera, he went on to play The Phantom in the U.S. National Touring Company, where he received rave reviews.

Norman was then asked by legendary director Hal Prince and mega producer Cameron Mackintosh to play the title role in London at Her Majesty’s Theater for its 10th Anniversary.

“We are thrilled to join forces with the Miramar Cultural Trust to bring three of Broadway’s most ‘PHANtastic’ Phantoms to MCC,” said Stephen Kantrowitz, Director of Photo credit Joan Marcus the Miramar Cultural Center.

“We are raising the curtain on an exciting new Season that promises celebrity and star-driven entertainment of the highest caliber. What better way to begin than by setting the stage with three astoundingly great talents who have worn the mask hundreds of times in Broadway’s longest-running smash hit.”

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Hoops 4 Hope Event Helps Police Department and Police Athletic League Raise Money for Scholarships

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he first of many fundraising events for Hoops 4 Hope occurred Thursday August 4, 2016 at Texas Roadhouse in Miramar. This fun community friendly event started off with the Miramar Police Department’s SWAT truck and K9 officer greeting patrons as they entered the property. The patrons were thrilled to take pictures and explore the SWAT Truck from the inside out. K9 Officer Sawyer and Batman the K9 was also a big hit. Hoops 4 Hope’s goal is to use education, basketball and scholarships to engage the community with hopes of directing them to greater opportunities that are located “Right here in Miramar.”

Officer Brittany Parker said the youth

are our future leaders thus it is our duty to provide them with all the necessary resources to succeed. “Texas Roadhouse has been more than helpful with assisting with fundraising opportunities and being supportive of Hoops 4 Hope,” Parker said.

The Miramar Police Department and the Miramar Police Athletic League plan to utilize the donations for college scholarships for two Miramar based high school students.

All money raised from the August 19th Hoops for Hope, basketball event held at the Police Athletic Center, including entry tickets, raffle tickets, food and donations will go into the Hoops 4 Hope scholarship fund.

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eaching kids how to fish and giving them positive role models is the goal of Miramar Police Department’s Fishing for Futures program.

The program matches police officers with kids who are selected through Officer recommendations, the Police Athletic League, and the Hanging with 5-0 program. All fishing equipment is provided for the officers to teach the kids how to fish and is donated to the participants so that they will be able to continue to fish even after they leave the program.

The program, which started on August 3rd, met for three consecutive Wednesdays during the month of August. The first two trips averaged five students and there were seven students on the last trip.

Officer Lonnie Nix said the program was started to help keep kids on the right track and build positive relationships. “Fishing can be easy for kids once they are taught the basics,” Nix said. “It’s inexpensive for the families and it can be done almost anywhere in South Florida. We hope that their love of fishing and the relationships they build with the officers through this program, last a lifetime.”

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The program continues during the school year but is limited to once a month. Kids can still get involved by contacting the police department and speaking with Sgt. Lonnie Nix. The department’s main number is (954)602-4000.

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Hundreds Gather for First #LetsTalkMiramar Town Hall Event community news

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ore than 300 people, including Mayor Wayne M. Messam, Police Chief Dexter Williams and the entire Miramar High School Patriots football team, packed the Miramar Commission Chambers for the first-ever #LetsTalkMiramar Town Hall event on August 25th. The event focused on public safety, community policing and how police and residents can work together for a better Miramar. For those who couldn’t attend, the Town Hall meeting was streamed live on Facebook and viewers could submit their questions in the chat feature via “LetsTalkMiramar.

The panel of guest speakers included several members of the community including Broward school board members, local attorneys and clergy who answered audience questions concerning what to do if stopped by police, compliance with police commands, dealing with mentally-disturbed residents, officer training, legal rights of residents and much more.

Residents had the opportunity to talk with Attorney Markenzy Lapointe, Commissioner Winston Barnes, Broward County Superintendent Robert Runcie, School Board Member Patti Good, Pastor Peter Tokar, Mayor Wayne M. Messam, Police Chief Dexter Williams, Reverend Wesley Green, City Attorney Allison Smith,

Father Patrick Charles, and Vice Mayor Maxwell B. Chambers.

“As a safe city, Miramar must remain vigilant in building bridges between our community, residents and the faith community,” said Mayor Messam. “We must continue to have tough conversations to ensure Miramar residents’ concerns are heard. I am convinced the Let’s Talk Town Hall made a positive impact and has paved the way for future community engagement with our police department.”

15th Annual Signature Grand Ghoul Promises to be a Fang-tastic Evening

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n October 24, from 7pm to 11pm, Signature Grand in Davie will once again be transformed into a haunted house for the 15th Annual Signature Grand Ghoul. The event, emceed by former Miami Dolphin O.J. McDuffie, will feature music, a costume contest, silent auction, open bar and gourmet buffet with elaborate food stations. All proceeds will benefit 2-1-1 Broward.

The event will include spooky decorations and lighting, scary thrills around every corner with a chilling surprise in each room. Guests will be able to sip spooky-themed drinks from the open bar and witch’s cauldron, indulge in the grand buffet with gourmet food stations, and dance to a variety of entertainment.

Guests will also have the opportunity to mix and mingle with NFL Alumni, local celebrities and other South Florida notables throughout the evening. Past guests have included: Troy Drayton, Mark Higgs, Kerry Glenn, John Bock, Randall Hill, Terrence Jones, Ki-Jana Carter, Brian PoliDixon, James Michael Wild and DeAnna McCutcheon enjoyed the 2015 event.

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There will also be a costume contest. Throughout the evening, judges will select finalists based on their creativity, fear factor, and originality of their costumes. The guests will be brought up on stage for an overall crowd vote. Prizes will be awarded to first, second and third place for the Photo (l to r): Kerry Glenn, O.J. McDuffie, Jennifer Sinadinos, Troy Drayton, Caren and scariest and most unique costumes.

John Bock at the 2015 event.

The mission of 2-1-1 Broward is to provide 24 hour comprehensive sponsors and colleagues and we are so appreciative of helpline and support services to individuals and famitheir continued support of 2-1-1 Broward.” lies in our community seeking crisis intervention assisTickets are $100pp/$150 for two tickets. Active Club tance and/or information and connections to health and 2-1-1 member tickets are $75pp. VIP tickets are $125pp. human services in Broward County. Every call to 2-1-1 is All tickets includes open bar, dancing, gourmet buffet, answered by a trained, degreed counselor who listens costume contest and many more surprises. VIP ticket to the caller’s concerns, identifies their needs and conholders will enjoy an exclusively spooky area with nects them with agencies and programs that can help VIP bar, entertainment, specialty drinks and other them. 2-1-1 Broward relies on the generous support of surprises. government agencies, corporations, foundations, and individuals to provide this vital community service.

Signature Grand is located at 6900 W State “Signature Grand Ghoul has helped tremendously in Road 84 in Davie. To register, visit www.211raising funds and awareness for 2-1-1 Broward,” said broward.org. For sponsorship information, Sheila Smith, president/CEO of 2-1-1 Broward. “We are contact Tracy Schuldiner at 954.390.0493 grateful to have been chosen as the beneficiary once ext. 244 or tschuldiner@211-broward.org. again for this year’s party. The event truly gives us the For information on 2-1-1, visit www.211opportunity to have a fun evening alongside our friends, broward.org.

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Seniors Learn Important Lessons About Safety While Enjoying a Luncheon and Fashion Show community news

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ore than 100 seniors in Miramar were treated to a Senior Safety Luncheon and Fashion Show on August 17th put on by the Miramar Police S.A.L.T unit. S.A.L.T., which stands for Seniors and Law Enforcement Together, is composed of represen-

tatives from various units in the Police, Fire and Utility Departments.

The goal of the luncheon was to educate seniors and empower them on how not to be a victim of theft, fraud and scams. The purpose of the fashion show was to make sure that seniors know exactly what real law enforcement uniforms and identification credentials look like and how legitimate business occurs.

To make the event fun, seniors were treated to lunch, a DJ, refreshments and door prizes.

Officer Yessenia Diaz said all the officers who participated were honored to work with the seniors and strive to empower them with knowledge on how to protect themselves. “They are a wealth of knowledge and we are like therapy

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Make No Mistake. We’re in a Shift

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Keller pointed to five indicators of a shifting market:

▸▸ Days on the market are up. ▸▸ The supply of move-up and higher end housing is growing. ▸▸ Home prices are down in some areas of the country. ▸▸ Unit sales nationwide are slackening. ▸▸ Construction is flat.

Keller goes on to state that the “median home price is higher than it’s ever been in the history of recorded time – the last time we were here we were on the verge of a recession.”

Interestingly enough, as we experience the shifting market, home sales nationally are on pace for another record year. However, there are signs of slowing sales in some markets across America as affordability becomes a serious issue. According to Keller, “Affordability has been declining since January, as prices continue to outpace wage growth, hurting home sales.”

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ake no mistake. We’re in a shift. According to Gary Keller, the co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Keller Williams Realty, “It’s not an economic shift, as unemployment is below 5%, GDP is around 2%, inflation is less than 2% and actual real income is slightly up. This is about the normal cycle that happens in real estate and it’s that time. It’s caused naturally by real estate getting too expensive too quickly.”

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It’s pretty safe to say that the owner of the largest real estate company by agent count (Keller Williams surpassed 133,000 in associates in 2015) isn’t bullish on the housing market. Added to this is the notion that buyers are literally sitting on the sidelines at this point in time due to the upcoming presidential elections that may or may not affect the economic outlook worldwide. Our local real estate market shows a close similarity to the nationwide trend.

The median sales price in Pembroke Pines and Miramar is presently at $260,000 with prices appreciating approximately 9% within the past 12 months. While the historical average for home appreciation lies between 4% and 6%, forecasters are predicting that appreciation for the next 12 months will decrease to about 2%.

What does this mean for our local buyers and sellers? Well, to date, entry level homes remain in a seller’s market with demand expected to be strong due to price affordability. Locally, construction has been focused on the condo and high end market that has displayed a major slowdown within the past year. In my most recent editorials, I’ve perpetually addressed the shifting of the market and its implications. The principal challenge that we will face in the near future is the one of being realistic in one’s (whether buyer or seller) expectations. Simply put, it’s going to take us back to the law of Supply and Demand!

Patrick Simm, Managing Director of the Simmsational Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty Partners SW can be contacted at 954-709-8258 for all your Real Estate related questions and/or inquiries. Visit www.PatrickSimm.com or on Facebook at Facebook.com/OneCoolRealtor

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Contact Lenses for Teenagers

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For further assistance with your eye care and eyewear needs, contact Dr. Michael Chesen at 954-437-9733. The office is located at 2909 Dykes Rd., in the Fountains of Miramar Shopping Plaza.

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o adolescent likes to be caught wearing something that makes them different. For some teenagers, eyeglasses can often feel that way. Just the thought of wearing glasses can send a teenager running in the other direction. In comparison, a newly published report says that kids and teenagers who wear contact lenses feel a significant enhancement in their appearance.

The research results show that starting at the age of eight, children may prefer being offered the choice of contact lenses. The research was recorded in Eye & Contact Lens, which is published by the Contact Lens Association.

Just how do contacts enhance an adolescent’s self-esteem? Young adults are self-conscious and they often feel better about themselves when glasses are not the center of their appearance. Contact lenses may help teens feel greater self-esteem and more comfortable around others by providing them with a less visible option for vision correction.

Although teens are frequently fitted with contact lenses, children under 13 are not usually given the option of lenses. Many eye doctors and parents don’t believe that children are mature enough to deal with them properly.

With the right instruction, however, children as young as eight years old are very capable of wearing and caring for contacts and they should be offered the option.

Generally, before your child purchases contacts, you should consult your optometrist to find out about any potential issues your child might have.

Our Miramar optometry practice can help you determine the right prescription for your teen’s contacts.

If your child or teenager is in need of vision correction, why not consider contact lenses?

Through just a simple soft lens, you can enhance your teen’s selfimage. With the large array of contacts on the market, you and your eye care practitioner can work with your child to decide what type of lens is most suitable for their character and lifestyle.

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Using a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan to Keep Your Home and Investment Properties for Much Less than You Owe

By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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ost consumers are familiar with a simple Chapter 7 bankruptcy, in which all of the debtor’s assets are liquidated and all unsecured debt, such as credit cards and medical bills, are wiped out. Did you know that within a Chapter 7 your lender has the right to continue a foreclosure process on your home if you owe more than the market value of the home?

Many consumers are unaware of the far reaching benefits of a Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Unlike a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, under a Chapter 13 a debtor restructures instead of liquidating debts. A Chapter 13 debtor is able to repay, over a period of 3-5 years, all mortgage arrearages, late fees, escrow shortages, and even past due homeowner association (HOA) dues. Also, credit card and other unsecured debt can be eliminated or negotiated down to small fraction of the amount owed, student loan payments may be reduced, IRS liens can be reduced or wiped out, car payments can be lowered or eliminated, and even attorneys’ fees are paid over time as part of the Chapter 13 plan.

Perhaps the most beneficial part of a Chapter 13 plan is the ability to remove all second mortgages, lines of credit and other liens (including HOA liens) from your principal residence, and to significantly reduce principal balances on investment properties.

In order to qualify, the debtor must be employed, or have a regular source of income, and the amount owed on the first mortgage of your principal residence must be greater than the market value of that home. As it relates to the debtor’s investment properties, under a Chapter 13 plan you are able to wipe out any second mortgages or credit lines, and reduce the principal balance of the first mortgage on each property to the current fair market value, payable at a low fixed interest rate, amortized over 10-15 years, through an affordable monthly payment. Once a debtor submits a Chapter 13 plan and begins to make payments, the lender cannot proceed with a foreclosure. A debtor can modify mortgages on their property through a unique program called the Mortgage Modification Mediation (MMM) program, even if the debtor has been previously declined for loan modification.

If you owe more on your first mortgage than the fair market value of your home, have one or more additional mortgages, lines of credit or other liens on that property, and are currently employed, you may be a perfect candidate to file a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If you also have investment properties which are upside down in value, and would like to keep them because they are generating rental income, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy is the ideal solution to resolve your mortgage crisis instead of wasting countless hours attempting to modify your loans directly with lenders.

Contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 954-437-9066 to schedule your free consultation with an attorney. You may also visit www.arcialawfirm.com for more detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners in foreclosure, at risk of foreclosure, or considering bankruptcy.

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Pickup for Breast Cancer Is an Easy Way to Support the Cause

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ince 1993 the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation has been committed to providing the resources necessary to fund programs that support their mission to end breast cancer. The household discard program, Pickups for Breast Cancer, is a great way for those who want to help by donating resalable items for a great cause.

This is a free, tax deductible home pickup service in South Florida including Martin, Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade counties. All

types of household items including: clothing, clothing accessories, shoes, bric-a-brac, bedding, toys, electronics and resalable furniture, etc. are accepted.

This program has proven to be successful since it has generated millions of dollars, which has funded numerous grants and programs, therefore helping their goal to end breast cancer.

Michael Arena, Director of Merchandise Coordination, answered some commonly asked questions about the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation and its pick up service.

In one sentence, describe the key message of the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation. For the past

twenty two years, our mission is to end breast cancer through education, research and advocacy and it will be until a cure is found.

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Scheduling a pick up is convenient online or by calling 1-888-492-4483.

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s we begin the new fiscal year in Miramar, it’s always a great time to take stock of what we have accomplished, review the past and look forward as we set goals for our great city. One of the best accomplishments this past fiscal year was the opening of the new police headquarters located at Town Center. After 10 years of protecting our residents and businesses from a temporary location, our police department has a state-ofthe-art new home. Another accomplishment is the Adult Day Care Center that is slated for completion this month. Our Social Services department began accepting applications in August for those residents who will benefit from the services in the new facility. One of the best accomplishments by the city is our ability to grow and attract new businesses.

Over the past year, over 4 major corporate re-locations have come to our city bringing over 100 high paying jobs. Miramar continues to move in the right direction.

The Florida League of Cities presented Miramar with the coveted City Spirit Award during their annual conference in August at the Diplomat Hotel for our Disco Soup entry in which participants “chop to the beat” to promote awareness about reducing food waste. Held at the city’s Inter-generational Fruit & Vegetable Garden in Historic Miramar, it was a celebration where strangers came together to slice, dice, and boogie, transforming “ugly” or blemished veggies into a deliciously prepared meal.

The initiative empowers participants to save money, energy, and our planet while having a lot of fun. Community and Economic Development continues to issue record number of permits as businesses and more residents see the possibilities in our city. We launched Good Morning Miramar with Tamara G., the city’s first live radio show. Download the TuneIn Radio app in the iTunes or Google Play Stores, search “It’s Right Here In Miramar” and click on the icon. The Cultural Center season kicks off at the end of the month with a diverse offering of performances.

For property owners needing to make repairs, the P.A.C.E. (Property Assessed Clean Energy) Program in Miramar assists homeowners and businesses to equip their properties with wind and energy efficient improvements through special financing with approved industry leaders. The programs provide upfront capital to owners for improvements to their properties with refinancing paid through a special, non ad-valorem assessment levied on the property and repaid annually on the owner’s tax bill. A number of residents and businesses had been requesting this and we were able to make it happen.

There are a number of accomplishments from throughout the various city departments and we will be addressing all at the Annual State of the City being held on October 13th at 6 p.m. We will provide as many updates as possible and we look forward to seeing you there. This is our city and it’s up to all of us to make it the best it can be. Join us.

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Are You Ready?

Talking About Death

BY BRUCE IDEN, ESQUIRE

Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M. in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the area of estate planning and probate and trust administration for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a complimentary estate-planning consultation with Mr. Iden, please contact Iden Law Offices at (954)885-0085.

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ooner or later we all die. It will happen to me, and as upsetting as it may be to think about, it will happen to you, too. It’s a fact. We don’t know when or how death will occur. We hope the end comes peacefully when we are very old, surrounded by those we love, having lived a long and good life. No one lives forever. And although death is part of life, most people find the topic very difficult to think about and especially hard to discuss with others.

Talking about what will happen to your family when you pass away can be a very emotional subject. And as with all emotionallycharged subjects, it is often easier to ignore.

Or think about later. Is estate planning on your “to do” list? Perhaps you are superstitious. Can just talking about something make it more likely to happen?

It is common for me to learn that new clients have taken months, often years, from the time they started thinking about estate planning to when they called our office to schedule a consultation. For many, life provides a burst of motivation encouraging you to take care of matters sooner rather than later.

Perhaps a health scare, or a vacation overseas? It may also be seeing the aftermath of the sudden death of a friend or family member. Without proper planning, a grieving family is left to clean up the legal and financial mess left behind after the death of a loved one, during a very difficult time.

So how do you prepare to face what may happen to your family after you are gone? Is it necessary to have a will, a durable power of attorney, or other estate planning documents? The best place to start is by educating yourself as to what estate planning is. There are many websites devoted to wills, trusts, and other documents that you can explore.

Our website and blog also contain helpful information. By learning about the subject, it may be easier to discuss your needs.

It won’t make you an expert, but when you consult an attorney you will be better prepared to formulate questions, which leads to the next step.

Contact an estate planning attorney to arrange a consultation. Most estate planning attorneys do not charge for this initial meeting, and there is no obligation.

Keep in mind that you need to feel comfortable and at ease with the attorney and office staff you select. Chemistry is important, as are qualifications. Find someone you trust.

Remember not all attorneys specialize in estate planning. Ask questions. Do your research. Look for competence and shared values.

Estate planning is a deliberate, premeditated act of love. Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for?

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Mayor Wayne Messam, Douglas G. Moul (President & COO of WAI GLOBAL) Douglas’s sons, Maxell Chambers and Miramar Commissioner Yvette Colbourne were all present at a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration for WAI GLOBAL on August 11th.

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