Is it something to consider in order to sell your home or purchase a home?

This innovative new trend is one sector of the real estate market that is growing rapidly. It differs from timeshare ownership in which an owner is deeded a specific period per year or points to use. Fractional Luxury Home Ownership offers a buyer the ability to purchase a property by a percentage. The percentage of ownership offers a portion of useage in proportion to amount of cost and overhead. The property is deeded to the owner with an agreed schedule between the owners. It offers buyers the ability to purchase a property as a “second home” and only be responsible for a portion of the purchase price and upkeep.

For example, on a purchase of a $6,000,000 home which includes 100% of the costs for repairs, maintenance, utilities, etc. Studies have shown the average number of days per year that a vacation home is used is approximately one month. With fractional ownership one may purchase 1/8 share of the home for $750,000 and enjoy 45 days useage per year and have the management company handle the repairs, maintenance, and cleaning.

Part of standard home ownership includes dealing with maintenance issues and upkeep. That is a challenge when a 2nd home owner has such a short period of time visiting their property. When you arrive at your fractionally owned property a concierge will remove the homeowners personal items from the owner’s closet and place in the directed closets, drawers, cabinets, including placing personal items such as pictures on respective tables. Have your refrigerator stocked with your favorite groceries, refreshments and fresh flowers awaiting on the counter.

Estate Home Fractional Ownership – own 12.5% or 25% (1/8 or 1/4)

Fractional ownership offers all the benefits of regular real estate property ownership including appreciation, depreciation, interest and expense deductions. The property fractional may be sold, gifted or willed.

Many owners find fractional ownership appreciates better than owning a vacation home individually. Many see an increase of 1.5 to 2 times the amount they would have sold the entire property.

During challenging times in the real estate market what better way to sell a luxury home! Many owners find that by fractionalizing their vacation home they may maintain a share to use at the same time reduce their current overhead required for their 100% of the property. Realtors may market fractional ownership the same way they would list and sell an entire property. An innovative way to enjoy your luxury property while at the same time save time and money on your investment.

Many are asking if it is now the right time to invest in South Florida real estate. Is the market at its lowest? Because of this question and also because of the struggling economy many people are holding off and waiting for a sign to make their investment happen. We are seeing Fort Lauderdale rentals on the rise due to the displacement of so many homeowners who lost their properties to foreclosure and short sale. This has affected the available rental inventory in South Florida. South Florida rentals are becoming challenging to find due to a high demand and a lower and lower supply.

Will the South Florida housing market remain strong?

Will the overall trend eventually show an increase over a long-term period?

Many of these items point to a “Yes” to these questions for Fort Lauderdale Home Sales:

Strong Trade & Tourism – Constant trade and commerce links with Latin American countries help to add more weight, and tourism remains strong in South Florida.

Stock Market – When the stock market is more volatile people put their money into real estate.

Baby Boomer Market – 75 million baby boomers entering retirement during the next decade. The number of homeowners in the 50-75-year-old bracket is projected to increase 65% in the next 20 years. South Florida’s weather and water will always draw these boomers to make it their choice place to retire.

According to the Florida Association of Realtors in their article The upside of Florida real estate: 15 market positives – “Over the long term, Florida stands to benefit from the migration of the aging Baby Boomer generation, roughly 80 million strong. Demographic studies show that the Sunshine State’s mild climate and outdoor amenities continue to make Florida a favorite retirement destination.”

Foreign Immigration – Florida’s population over the last 50 years has grown due to both foreign and domestic migration. Since 1970, Florida has grown at over three times the rate of the entire nation. In the 1980′s Florida had a 57% increase in population that were born outside of the US.

Retiree Population Strong….The state also has the highest populations of senior citizens in the nation, as Florida ranks among their top choice for retirement. Which leads to our next point.

Job Market Strong….This influx of retirees leads to more job opportunities in health care placing the state high in job opportunities, with lowest unemployment and fastest job growth rate of the country’s ten most populated states.

A long-term-growth state – Florida shows long term economic and demographic upward trends in population growth. At the end of 2010 economists forecast that Florida will be the third-most-populated state in the country. Because of this increase in population florida’s economy will be affected in the positive as this will assist its economy in growth as well. And in return a growing population, a long-term growing economy will in turn lend to an increase in real estate market trends.

Climate & Destination – We cannot forget that South Florida’s climate is a draw to people from around the country and around the world. To add to that benefit Fort Lauderdale’s waterways and beaches are a huge attraction. Fort Lauderdale has been termed “The Venice of America” with its sparkling waterways that mozy by waterfront mansions with yachts in their backyards.

Even though the real estate “experts” want the public to believe that home prices have dropped drastically and we are in a catastrophic state, the Florida real estate market still shows signs of an increasing market when analyzing the trends over a long term period. In the long run, the general public’s belief in our “softening market” may actually be a benefit to the true real estate investor, as we see the speculators, flippers and developers, that drove the market pricing above its true value into unaffordable highs, out of “business” permanently.

What better time to buy when you can purchase a higher quality property at an amazing value and lower interest rate.

Andrea Tsakanikas, International Luxury, October 9, 2010.

Andrea Tsakanikas

Licensed Real Estate Broker

International Luxury

(954) 630-1300 Local

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2734 East Oakland Park Boulevard, Suite 106

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33306

Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Harbor Beach Condo with Dockage, Fort Lauderdale, FL 2BR/2BA Townhouse $2,100/month Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Sq Footage Unspecified Parking None Pet Policy Cats, Dogs, Conditional Deposit $1,000 DESCRIPTION Wow, live directly off the Port Everglades inlet in these new elegant condos. Luxury abounds with first class features including marble, cherry wood cabinets, state of the art appliances and more. Enjoy the South Florida lifestyle on the barrier island where you have immediate ocean access with dockage available. These spacious floorplans offer modern conveniences and plenty of closet/storage space. Community Pool, private dockage, walk to the beach. Small pets up to 35 lbs accepted. see additional photos below RENTAL FEATURES - Air conditioning - Central heat - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Living room - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Washer - Dryer - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna - Cable-ready - High-speed internet COMMUNITY FEATURES - Guest parking - Fitness center - Swimming pool(s) - Gated property LEASE TERMS Furnished & Unfurnished Short & Long Term Available ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Dockage Available Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 1 Photo 1 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 27, 2010, 6:37am PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | info@internationalluxuryrentals.com | (954) 630-1300 Ft Laud Beach Living, Fortlaud, FL Steps to the beach! 4BR/4BA Single Family House $4,999/month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 full, 0 partial Sq Footage 3,500 Parking 3+ dedicated Pet Policy Cats, Dogs, Conditional Deposit $4,999 DESCRIPTION A true beach house just steps to the sand. Live EAST of A1A in this beautiful 4 bdrm/ 4 bathroom pool home. Gourmet kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Private and fenced yard with pool and spa. Walk to not only Ft Laud beaches, but shops, restaurants & nightlife. At the same time enjoy a peaceful residential neighborhood east of A1A. Pets of all sizes welcome. Preview today! see additional photos below RENTAL FEATURES - Air conditioning - Central heat - Tile floor - Family room - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Washer - Dryer - Yard - Swimming pool - Cable-ready - High-speed internet ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker info@internationalluxuryrentals.com (954) 630-1300 Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 13, 2010, 8:14am PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 11 Bdrm Miami Waterfront Mansion for Rent, Hollywd, FL Furnished 5+BR/4+BA Single Family House $28,000/month Bedrooms 5+ Bathrooms 4+ full, 2 partial Sq Footage 13,547 Parking 3+ dedicated Pet Policy Cats, Dogs, Conditional Deposit $28,000 DESCRIPTION This amazing waterfront estate home is available for 30 day rentals in South Florida. This almost 14,000 sq foot mansion sits on a waterfront lot of 1+ acres. 450 feet of waterfrontage with boat dockage. Sparkling waterfront views from all rooms. 4 car garage. Guest house with 2 bd/2ba. Outstanding property. see additional photos below RENTAL FEATURES - Air conditioning - Central heat - Walk-in closet - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Dining room - Refrigerator - Microwave - Dryer - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Cable-ready - High-speed internet COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking LEASE TERMS 30 day rentals ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 12, 2010, 1:36pm PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Las Olas Estate For Rent, Fort Laud, FL 5BR/4+BA Single Family House $30,000/month Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 4+ full, 2 partial Sq Footage 11,000 Parking 3+ dedicated Pet Policy Cats, Dogs, Conditional Deposit $30,000 DESCRIPTION The ultimate in luxury ~ This Seven Isles Las Olas Point lot waterfront mansion is available furnished for short term rentals. Why stay in a 5 star hotel room when you can stay in a private home. Intracoastal view, amazing pool area, 4 car garage, gym and more. see additional photos below RENTAL FEATURES - Air conditioning - Central heat - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Family room - Living room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Attic - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area – inside - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna - Cable-ready - High-speed internet COMMUNITY FEATURES - Garage parking LEASE TERMS Short term rentals only ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Sep 12, 2010, 1:39pm PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Fort Lauderdale Waterfront Home For Sale, Fort Lauderdale, FL 4BR/4+1BA Single Family House offered at $1,675,000 Year Built 2007 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 5,208 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Outstanding 4 bdrm,4.5 bath home offered for sale on the Middle River.Built in 2007,this 2 story elagant home features fine finishes including gorgeous gourment kitchen with maple wood cabinets,granite counters,wood floors,luxurious baths,plenty of storage+ large closets.Enjoy a Fabulous peoperty on the Middle River with lots of space. Previews by appointment only. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Attic - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area – inside - Laundry area – garage - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Oct 6, 2010, 5:29pm PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Panoramic Intracostal Luxury, Fort Laud, FL 3BR/3BA Single Family House offered at $1,900,000 Year Built 1964 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 3,593 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Live directly on the intracostal waterway with wide views of Birch State Park.This outstanding 2 story estate home offers watervies from all rooms.Large entertaining areas featuring top of the line finishes.Live the south Florida Lifestyle today. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Attic - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area – inside - Laundry area – garage - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Oct 6, 2010, 5:26pm PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Contemporary Fort Laud Masterpiece, Fort Laud, FL 5BR/5+1BA Single Family House offered at $3,220,000 Year Built 2009 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 5 full, 1 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 5,800 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION The ultimate in contemporary luxury living in south Florida.Developers custom built estate home located on a secluded culdesac in Victoria Park with almost 6,000 square feet of detailed architectural desing.This home offers it all.Lots of glass,light,bright + great energy.Preview by appointment only. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Attic - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area – inside - Laundry area – garage - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Oct 6, 2010, 5:16pm PDT

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Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker | International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker | (954) 630-1300 Las Olas Isles Luxary Villa For Sale, Fort Lauderdale, FL 3BR/4BA Single Family House offered at $1,800,000 Year Built 2007 Sq Footage Unspecified Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 4 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 3,249 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION Las Olas Isles Stunning 2007 Custom waterfront home offered for sale.Soaring 24 foot vaulted clikings.Create open fairy feel to this contemporary property.Loaded with luxary amenities including wood,marble floors,fabulous gourment kitchen,sutom closets,cabana bath,rooftop sundeck,gas firepit+Outer entertainment area.Come home to luxary fort Lauderdale living. see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Central heat - Fireplace - High/Vaulted ceiling - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Tile floor - Family room - Living room - Bonus/Rec room - Office/Den - Dining room - Breakfast nook - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Granite countertop - Stainless steel appliances - Attic - Basement - Washer - Dryer - Laundry area – inside - Laundry area – garage - Balcony, Deck, or Patio - Yard - Swimming pool - Jacuzzi/Whirlpool - Sauna ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Photo 5 Photo 6 Contact info: Andrea Tsakanikas, Lic Real Estate Broker International Luxury, Licensed Real Estate Broker (954) 630-1300 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Oct 6, 2010, 5:15pm PDT

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