# Carole Smith Team

> A boutique, seniorled luxury real estate team serving Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and nearby Miami submarkets, offering concierge seller and buyer services, offmarket access and Compasspowered distribution.

Coral Gables/Coconut Grove luxury homes, waterfront estates & condos, whiteglove concierge, negotiation expertise, referral-driven clients, offmarket exclusives, Compass-backed tools

## Agent Bios

- [Meet Lety Rios Real Estate Agent | Miami Beach Luxury Homes | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/lety-rios): Agent profile for Lety Rios, a Coral Gables-based Realtor and business manager with luxury-market experience in Miami Beach and Coral Gables.
- [Meet Clodagh Michel | Explore Miami Real Estate Expertise | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/clodagh-michel): South Florida real estate agent Clodagh Michel is a Compass team member with a marketing background and a focus on historic homes.
- [Meet Audrey Levine: Premier Miami Real Estate Agent - Discover Your Dream Home | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/audrey-levine): Miami real estate agent Audrey Levine's profile highlights her relocation background, fashion industry experience, and focus on Miami Beach and Miami Shores.
- [Meet Nicole Trench Miami Real Estate Agent | Smith Formosa | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/nicole-trench): Nicole Trench's Coral Gables profile spotlights Miami roots, community-development experience, and her role on the Smith Formosa Team.
- [Meet Alyssa Dughi | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/alyssa-dughi): Agent profile for Alyssa Dughi with Smith Formosa Team contact details and a Coral Gables office address.
- [Meet Miami Realtor Jen Wackenhut | Luxury Homes & Listings | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/jen-wackenhut): Miami realtor profile for Jen Wackenhut, a Compass Top Producer serving Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, South Miami, Pinecrest, and Palmetto Bay.
- [Meet Diana Rodriguez Real Estate Agent | Miami Specialist | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/diana-rodriguez): Biography page for Diana Rodriguez, a South Florida luxury real estate marketing specialist with a communications background.
- [Meet Cristina Formosa: Premier Miami Real Estate Agent | Discover Luxury | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/cristina-formosa): Profile page for Cristina Formosa, a Miami luxury real estate specialist on the Smith Formosa Team.
- [Meet Carole Smith | Explore Miami Luxury Real Estate | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/carole-smith): Agent profile for Carole Smith, a luxury South Florida Realtor serving Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and Pinecrest.
- [Meet George Schechter | Meet Your Miami Real Estate Guide | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/agents/george-schecter): Profile of George Schecter, a Miami real estate agent with deep local market knowledge.

## Neighborhood Guides

- [Neighborhood || Miami Beach](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/miami-beach): Miami Beach neighborhood overview with census demographics, amenity scores, schools, and luxury MLS listings.
- [Pinecrest | Community Guide | Carole Smith Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/pinecrest): Directory listing for Pinecrest, FL, with neighborhood stats, schools, nearby businesses, and luxury home listings.
- [Explore Coconut Grove Real Estate - Luxury Living Awaits](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/coconut-grove): Directory page for Coconut Grove, FL real estate, neighborhood history, and local lifestyle.
- [Coral Gables Homes for Sale Guide | Carole Smith Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/coral-gables): Coral Gables neighborhood guide listing local homes, history, demographics, and nearby amenities in Miami.
- [South Miami Homes for Sale | Carole Smith Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/south-miami): South Miami neighborhood page highlighting local homes for sale, civic background, schools, walkability, and area demographics.
- [Neighborhood || Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/miami-rev): South Florida luxury real estate neighborhood page listing Miami-area homes and Smith Formosa Team contact details.
- [Palmetto Bay | Community Guide | Carole Smith Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/palmetto-bay): Neighborhood guide to Palmetto Bay, Florida, with census data, school listings, local amenities, and current home listings.
- [Miami | Community Guide | Carole Smith Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/miami): Miami neighborhood page with local property listings, city demographics, nearby amenities, and school information.
- [Neighborhood || Glenvar Heights, Miami, FL](https://veryspecialhomes.com/neighborhoods/glenvar-heights): Glenvar Heights neighborhood profile and home listings in Miami, highlighting established lots, tropical landscaping, and nearby South Miami access.

## Buyer Guides

- [Preparing to buy a home in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/buyers): A first-time buyer's guide outlines the homebuying process from research and budgeting through inspection, appraisal, and closing.

## Tools

- [Miami Home Value](https://veryspecialhomes.com/home-valuation-2): A South Florida real estate landing page for requesting a free home valuation.

## Featured Blog Posts

- [Beyond the Basics](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/beyond-the-basics): Miami hurricane-preparedness blog post offering advanced homeowner tips on generators, insurance, shutters, evacuation, and document backups.
- [What AI Can't Tell You About the Miami Real Estate Market](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/what-ai-cant-tell-you-about-the-miami-real-estate-market): A Miami luxury real-estate blog explains why local expertise beats AI in Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and other micro-markets.
- [Eco-Friendly Home Upgrades to Boost Value in Pinecrest](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/eco-friendly-upgrades-that-boost-home-value-in-pinecrest): A Pinecrest real-estate blog outlines sustainable home upgrades that can raise value and attract eco-conscious buyers.
- [52 Transactions in 52 Weeks: 2017 Recap](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/52-transactions-in-52-weeks-2017-recap-1): Carole Smith recaps 2017 Miami-area sales and rentals, pairing a first-person performance note with an MLS-style transaction table.
- [Relocating to Miami: Understanding Micro-Markets](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/relocating-to-miami-understanding-neighborhood-micro-markets): A relocation guide compares Miami-area micro-markets by transit, preservation, lot size, and neighborhood form.
- [2024 Miami Dade Homestead Exemption - Maximize Your Tax Savings](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/2024-miami-dade-homestead-exemption): Miami-Dade homestead exemption guide for homeowners outlines tax savings, primary-residence rules, and portability.
- [What Everyone's Getting Wrong About Miami's Rising Inventory](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/what-everyones-getting-wrong-about-miamis-rising-inventory): A Miami real estate blog argues rising inventory signals market balance, not a crash, across homes, condos, and luxury sales.
- [Top NAR Settlement Questions & Answers for Buyers](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/top-3-nar-settlement-questions-and-answers): A Smith Formosa Team blog post explains three NAR settlement questions for home buyers, including representation agreements and buyer-agent compensation.
- [Instagram Has Made It Harder to Sell Your Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/instagram-makes-it-harder): A Coral Gables real-estate blog post argues Instagram-era buyer expectations are raising the bar for home presentation.
- [Best Holiday Card This Year](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/best-holiday-card-this-year-1): A Smith Formosa Team blog post shares a client's holiday thank-you note to Carole Smith after multiple home sales.
- [Touring Art Basel Conveniently](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/touring-art-basel-conveniently): A blog post advises Miami Art Basel visitors to use public transportation and cites trolley routes to reduce venue traffic.
- [Video Tour Of Ponce/Davis Luxury 4955 SW 83 St](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/video-tour-of-poncedavis-luxury-4955-sw-83-st): Catalog entry for a Ponce/Davis luxury home video tour at 4955 SW 83 Street in Miami.
- [Picture Perfect Sells](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/picture-perfect-sells): A South Florida real estate blog post argues staged, picture-perfect homes are selling fastest as buyer demand outpaces inventory.
- [South Motors Fine Arts Festival At Pinecrest Gardens](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/south-motors-fine-arts-festival-at-pinecrest-gardens): Blog post promoting the South Motors Fine Arts Festival at Pinecrest Gardens in Pinecrest, Florida.
- [The Importance of Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/the-importance-of-home): A Miami-area blog post reflects on why homes matter for shelter, security, self-expression, and belonging.
- [Miami Real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/south-florida-real-estate-market): A Carole Smith blog post examines South Florida market volatility, resilient neighborhoods, and why sellers need active Realtors.
- [Pipe Up](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/pipe-up): Miami blog post on cast iron pipes warns buyers and sellers about inspection, repair, and disclosure risks in older homes.
- [Partnership Perfected](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/partnership-perfected-1): Profile of the Smith Formosa Team's Miami partnership between Carole Smith and Cristina Formosa.
- [Hat Tricks](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/hat-tricks): A blog post catalogs the many roles a South Florida realtor handles, from market analysis and negotiation to marketing and client support.
- [An Inspection Report Should Inform, Not Intimidate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/an-inspection-report-should-inform-not-intimidate): A Coral Gables blog post argues home inspection reports should clarify issues, not scare buyers away.
- [Preparing a Historic Coral Gables Home for Buyers](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/preparing-a-historic-coral-gables-home-for-todays-buyer): Guidance for preparing a historic Coral Gables home for sale with preservation-friendly updates, staging, and buyer-ready documentation.
- [2026 Homestead Exemption Miami-Dade | Tax Savings Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/2026-homestead-exemption): Real-estate blog post explains Miami-Dade's 2026 Homestead Exemption, Save Our Homes cap, portability, and filing basics.
- [Q1 2021 Miami Real Estate Market](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/q1-year-over-year-trends): A Smith Formosa Team blog page titled Q1 Year Over Year Trends with contact forms and promotional site navigation.
- [Real Estate Team Benefits - Discover the Advantages Today](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/real-estate-is-a-team-sport): Smith Formosa Team blog argues real estate representation works better through a team, citing expanded expertise, availability, and reach.
- [Social Media Has Made It Harder To Sell Your Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/social-media-has-made-it-harder-to-sell-your-home): A South Florida real estate blog argues social media has raised buyer expectations and promotes Compass Concierge for home preparation.
- [South Miami Home For Sale](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/south-miami-luxury-living-with-tropical-elegance): Smith Formosa Team profiles a South Miami residence with tropical outdoor spaces and refined interiors near Coral Gables.
- [Summer Sizzle. Fall Fizzle?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/summer-sizzle-fall-fizzle): Miami real estate blog advising sellers to list before summer slowdown and election-season uncertainty.
- [Coral Gables Happy Hour Guide | Best 2024 Drink Deals](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/ultimate-guide-to-coral-gables-happy-hours): A Coral Gables happy hour guide listing venue deals, hours, and a four-stop walking crawl.
- [Coral Gables Real Estate Market Update - Discover Key Trends](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coral-gables-market-update): Coral Gables market update examines rising prices, buyer's-market conditions, and selling advice for homeowners.
- [Devonwood Pinecrest: Private Luxury Neighborhood Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/devonwood-in-pinecrest): Luxury neighborhood profile of Devonwood in Pinecrest, with market notes, schools, and a featured historic mid-century home.
- [Deering Estate Fall 2026: A Palmetto Bay Resident's Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/your-fall-standing-reservation-is-at-deering-estate): A resident-focused guide to Deering Estate's fall 2026 events, nature programs, historic grounds, and everyday recreational amenities.
- [Prepare Your Pinecrest Estate for Market: A Seller Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/how-to-prepare-a-pinecrest-estate-for-market): Guide to preparing a Pinecrest estate for sale, covering inspections, permits, staging, media, and launch timing.
- [Selling a Luxury Condo?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/selling-a-luxury-condo): Miami luxury condo sellers get a prep checklist covering disclosures, assessments, reserves, dues, parking, storage, and renovation records.
- [Strategic Pricing for Luxury Homes in Pinecrest](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/strategic-pricing-for-luxury-homes-in-pinecrest): Strategic pricing guide for Pinecrest luxury homes, emphasizing closed sales, price brackets, and presentation.
- [New Coral Gables Restaurants & Fall Routines Worth Keeping](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/a-weeknight-guide-to-the-new-coral-gables-whats-worth-building-a-routine-around-this-fall): A local guide to Coral Gables' new restaurants, walkable dining district, cultural programming, and practical weeknight routines.
- [Coconut Grove Waterfront Lifestyle | Explore Bay Living](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/waterfront-inspired-living-in-coconut-grove): Blog guide to waterfront-inspired living in Coconut Grove, Miami, highlighting bayfront parks, sailing culture, and village walkability.
- [Outdoor Living and Bay Access in Palmetto Bay](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/outdoor-living-and-bay-access-in-palmetto-bay): A Palmetto Bay real estate guide on bay access, parks, trails, and outdoor amenities shaping daily life.
- [Enjoy the End of 2025 while you Plan to Maximize 2026 Real Estate Opportunities](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/enjoy-the-end-of-2025-while-you-plan-to-maximize-2026-real-estate-opportunities): Blog post for Miami homeowners on using Compass Private Exclusive and Make Me Sell to prepare for early-2026 sales.
- [Lower Interest Rates Mean Higher Gains For Today's Homebuyer](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/lower-interest-rates-mean-higher-gains-for-todays-homebuyer): Carole Smith explains how lower interest rates can boost purchasing power and reduce lifetime mortgage costs for homebuyers.
- [Single-Family vs Condo in Coconut Grove: How to Choose](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/single-family-or-condo-in-coconut-grove): Guide compares Coconut Grove single-family homes and condos on lifestyle, costs, financing, insurance, and due diligence.
- [Hidden Gems in South Miami FL: Attractions to Explore](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/hidden-gems-in-south-miami-fl-you-need-to-discover): A South Miami guide highlights parks, arts venues, markets, and shopping and dining destinations.
- [It Snows in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/it-snows-in-miami): Blog post on Coral Gables real estate market highlights snowbirds, winter demand, and seller opportunities.
- [Coral Gables Home renovations](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/home-renovation-advice): Coral Gables blog post offers home renovation advice for sellers, emphasizing buyer preferences, enduring materials, and Google search trends.
- [Have a Sweet Weekend in Coral Gables!](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/have-a-sweet-weekend-in-coral-gables): A blog post spotlights Fairchild Tropical Gardens' Chocolate Festival in Coral Gables.
- [South Bayshore Drive Expertise](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/south-bayshore-drive-expertise): Smith Formosa Team marketing page for South Bayshore Drive expertise in South Florida luxury real estate.
- [Miami real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/through-the-roof): A Smith Formosa Team blog post on South Florida buyers' inspection, roof, and flood-zone concerns in a tight seller's market.
- [Post-occupancy Benefits](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/post-occupancy-benefits): A South Florida real estate blog explains how post-occupancy agreements can help sellers, buyers, and competitive transactions.
- [Navigating Surprises](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/navigating-surprises): Smith Formosa Team explains how Miami buyers can handle closing-day walk-through surprises.
- [Milestones Make Market Move](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/milestones-make-market-move): Blog post on South Florida real estate explains how life milestones and the 5 D's keep buyers and sellers moving.
- [Beating the Heat: Innovative Home Upgrades for Cooler Living in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/beating-the-heat-innovative-home-upgrades-for-cooler-living-in-miami): A Coral Gables real-estate blog outlines Miami home upgrades for cooler living, from reflective roofs to smart windows and outdoor cooling tech.
- [Raising the Bar](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/raising-the-bar-1): Miami real estate blog post on using barstools to add personality to all-white kitchens.
- [Pinecrest Number 1 Suburb in Miami | Why Buyers Love It](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/pinecrest-voted-number-1-suburb-in-miami): Blog post on Pinecrest, Miami, highlighting its ranking and two Smith Formosa Team listings.
- [Coconut Grove Historic Photos: A Flashback in Pictures](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coconut-grove-flashback-in-pictures): Blog post on Coconut Grove historic photos and landmarks from a Miami Herald flashback series.
- [Coconut Grove: "Spiritual Center Of Miami"?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coconut-grove-spiritual-center-of-miami): A Coconut Grove blog post argues the neighborhood is regaining its village character amid waterfront redevelopment.
- [Coral Gables Cuisine Tops List](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coral-gables-cuisine-tops-list): A Coral Gables real estate blog highlights two neighborhood restaurants featured in Evan S. Benn's Miami Herald top-dish list.
- [Art In Luxury Real Estate Market](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/art-in-luxury-real-estate-market): A Forbes-republished blog examines art as a luxury amenity in Miami condominiums and estate marketing.
- [Ask and You Shall NOT Receive](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/ask-and-you-shall-not-receive): Miami real estate blog post warns sellers against overpricing and advocates market-based asking prices.
- [real estate, miami real estate, buying home for child, investing in real estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/im-not-kidding-around): Blog post on four ways Miami homeowners can help adult children afford homeownership.
- [Immediate Occupacy In Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/immediate-occupancy-homes): A South Florida real estate blog showcasing immediate-occupancy homes in Coral Gables and Pinecrest.
- [Miami in the Millions](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/miami-in-the-millions): A Miami luxury real estate blog post on rising multimillion-dollar sales, cash buyers, and relocation demand in Miami-Dade County.
- [What to Know About Selling an Inherited Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/what-to-know-about-selling-an-inherited-home): Florida real estate blog on probate, stepped-up basis, and practical steps for selling an inherited home.
- [Home is Where the Heart Is](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/home-is-where-the-heart-is): A Miami real estate blog post on the emotional and lifestyle benefits of homeownership.
- [Homestead Exemption Miami FL - Maximize Your Tax Savings](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/homestead-exemption-save-on-property-taxes-in-miami): Blog post explaining Miami homestead exemption, Save Our Homes, portability, and filing deadlines for primary residences.
- [Miami Condo Reserve Requirements Guide for Buyers](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/miami-condo-reserve-requirements-explained): Explains Miami condo reserve requirements, recertification, inspections, special assessments, and buyer due diligence.
- [Miami 40-Year Condo Recertification for Coconut Grove](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/miamis-40-year-recertification-a-coconut-grove-buyer-guide): Guide for Coconut Grove condo buyers on Miami's 40-year recertification, including documents, risks, contingencies, and negotiation tactics.
- [Mirror, Mirror](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/mirror-mirror): Blog post on personalizing a home to reflect its owners, with selling advice from the Smith Formosa Team.
- [Modern Mediterranean Villa in Coconut Grove](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/modern-mediterranean-villa-in-coconut-grove-1): Blog listing for a modern Mediterranean villa in Coconut Grove, highlighting a recently built European-style home with courtyard, guest house, and pool.
- [New Coral Gables Home Listing - 4101 Segovia Street](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/new-coral-gables-home-listing-4101-segovia-street): Coral Gables blog post highlighting a remodeled three-bedroom corner-lot home at 4101 Segovia Street.
- [Numbers: They Add Up](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/numbers-they-add-up-1): A Coral Gables real estate blog post argues Carole Smith delivers higher sale prices and faster closings for Miami-area clients.
- [Benefits of a Real Estate Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/partnership-perfected): Blog post explaining why Smith Formosa Team says real estate teams offer broader expertise, continuous support, and added value without extra cost.
- [Selling a Home After Loss](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/selling-a-home-after-loss): Coral Gables Realtors Carole Smith and Cristina Formosa discuss selling inherited homes after loss, with tax and estate considerations.
- [Sold: Luxury Estate In Ponce/Davis](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/sold-luxury-estate-in-poncedavis): Carole Smith recounts the sale of a newly constructed luxury estate in Ponce/Davis, Miami.
- [Special Features in High Pines](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/special-features-in-high-pines): A High Pines listing highlights an oversized lot, impact glass, smart-home automation, and a modern lap pool.
- [The Hidden Hurdles](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/the-hidden-hurdles): A Miami real estate blog post explains how transaction paperwork, disclosures, and deadlines complicate buying and selling.
- [Maximize Home Sales with Virtual Tours in Coral Gables](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/using-virtual-tours-to-sell-your-home-in-coral-gables): Blog post explains how virtual tours can help sell Coral Gables homes by showcasing architecture, staging, neighborhood appeal, and buyer engagement.
- [We've Joined Compass | Carole Smith, Miami Luxury](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/weve-joined-compass-1): Blog post announcing Carole Smith's move to Compass and her role in Miami's luxury real estate market.
- [Are You Getting Off The Fence?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/are-you-getting-off-the-fence): Blog post outlining seven steps to prepare a Miami home for sale and highlighting Compass Concierge support.
- [Bea's Sweet Potato Souffle](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/beas-sweet-potato-souffle): Recipe post for Bea's sweet potato souffl with Thanksgiving-serving instructions and a baked topping.
- [Coral Gables Home For Sale: Before and After Real Estate transformation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/behind-the-scenes): Blog post on staging a Coral Gables luxury home for sale with Carole Smith and the Smith Formosa Team.
- [Miami Real Estate Sales](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/carole-smith-team-sales-january-july-2022): Carole Smith Team's Miami sales roundup highlights 36 closings across Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, and nearby South Florida neighborhoods.
- [Interior Design Challenge New Construction Home in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/design-ideas-for-new-construction-home-in-miami): Blog post showcases design ideas for a Palmetto Bay new-construction home and highlights its standout features and asking price.
- [Historic home for sale in Coral Gables](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/historic-french-village-home-in-coral-gables): A blog listing about a historic French Village home in Coral Gables.
- [Our Team is Expanding](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/our-team-is-expanding): Blog post announcing Jen Wackenhut's addition to the Smith Formosa Team at Compass in Miami.
- [Assumable Mortgage: Unlock Lower Home Loan Rates](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/dont-assume-anything-except-this): Blog post explains how assumable mortgages can let buyers take over certain low-rate home loans.
- [Vita at Grove Isle: PreConstruction Math Case Study](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/preconstruction-math-vita-at-grove-isle-case-study): A Coconut Grove case study models deposits, carrying costs, exit options, and financing considerations for Vita at Grove Isle buyers.
- [Rebound: Real Estate Markets](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/rebound-real-estate-markets): Blog post on national real-estate rebound indicators, from mortgage rates to sales, prices, days on market, and builder sentiment.
- [Searching for Sunshine](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/searching-for-sunshine): A Smith Formosa Team blog post on South Florida's Miami market and rising Northeasterner demand.
- [February Events in Miami for Families | Plan 2026](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/february-events-in-miami): A Miami blog roundup of family-friendly February festivals, art fairs, food events, and jazz performances.
- [Audrey's Favorite Miami Spots: Insider City Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/audreys-favorite-miami-spots): A Miami lifestyle guide from Audrey Levine highlighting restaurants, coffee shops, rooftops, workouts, and scenic walks.
- [Interest Rates and Impact on Miami Real Estate Market](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/real-estate-qanda-should-you-wait-for-interest-rates-to-drop): A Miami real estate Q&A advises buyers and sellers to focus on preparation, not predictions about interest-rate changes.
- [School Acceptance in Miami Impact Real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/when-school-decisions-drive-real-estate): Miami blog post links private school admissions to spring home searches and neighborhood demand.
- [Coral Gables Lifestyle Guide: A Day in the Neighborhood](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/a-day-in-the-life-living-in-coral-gables): A neighborhood guide to daily life in Coral Gables, covering walkability, culture, transit, weather, schools, and local routines.
- [Buy Before You Sell in Pinecrest: Compass Bridge Loans](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/buy-before-you-sell-in-pinecrest-with-compass-bridge-loans): Explains how Compass Bridge Loans can help Pinecrest homeowners buy before selling, with timelines, costs, alternatives, and local considerations.
- [Coral Gables Voted #1 City](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coral-gables-voted-1-city): A Smith Formosa Team blog post praises Coral Gables for architecture, culture, property values, and a Money.Inc ranking.
- [Ideal Coral Gables Backyards For Dad's BBQS](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/ideal-coral-gables-backyards-for-dads-bbqs): Coral Gables real-estate blog pairs backyard-friendly listings with Father's Day grilling recipes.
- [LUXURY APPEAL IN YOUR NECK OF THE WOODS](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/luxury-appeal-in-your-neck-of-the-woods): A South Florida luxury real estate post compares inventory and pricing in Coral Gables, Pinecrest, and Palmetto Bay.
- [Move to The Mediterranean in Pinecrest](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/move-to-the-mediterranean-in-pinecrest-1): A blog feature showcases a Mediterranean-style luxury home in Pinecrest, Miami.
- [Flood Criteria & Seawall Updates in Miami-Dade - Learn More](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/new-flood-criteria-that-affect-coconut-grove-homes): Explains how Miami-Dade flood criteria and FEMA map changes affect Coconut Grove home insurance, lending, renovations, and sales.
- [Realtor George Schechter](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/welcome-new-team-member): Smith Formosa Team welcomes realtor George Schechter, highlighting his Miami roots, client-focused approach, and Upper Eastside expertise.
- [You won't like our answer.](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/you-wont-like-our-answer): A South Florida real estate blog weighs move-in ready homes against fixer-uppers and warns Miami renovation costs are up.
- [AN INSIDER'S TAKE: MIAMI BOAT SHOW](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/an-insiders-take-miami-boat-show): A Miami boating column links the boat show, luxury yachting, and waterfront real estate with ownership realities and market growth.
- [Miami Real Estate: Sell Your Home in 2026](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/plan-to-maximize-2026-miami-real-estate-opportunities): Miami real-estate blog outlines early-seller strategies for using Compass Private Exclusive and Make Me Sell before a public 2026 launch.
- [Strategies for Multiple-Bid Scenarios | Miami Real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/strategies-for-multiple-bid-scenarios): A Miami real-estate advice post outlines tactics for competing in multiple-bid home purchases.
- [Take a Seat](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/take-a-seat): A South Florida luxury real estate blog post on negotiating furniture inclusion amid supply shortages.
- [Survey Says...](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/survey-says): A Smith Formosa Team blog post explains how a property survey reveals boundaries, easements, fence lines, pool space, and encroachments.
- [Rising Insurance Costs: Impact on Miami Waterfront Property Values](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/how-rising-insurance-costs-affect-miami-waterfront-values): Guide to how rising insurance costs, flood premiums, and resilience projects affect Miami waterfront property values.
- [Sellers Should Take A Deeper Dive](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/sellers-should-take-a-deeper-dive): A Miami real estate blog post advises sellers to question Realtors on marketing resources, promotion channels, and pricing rationale.
- [South Miami Houses vs Townhomes: Which Fits You?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/choosing-between-south-miami-houses-and-townhomes): Guide comparing South Miami houses and townhomes through privacy, HOA costs, walkability, parking, flood risk, and budgeting.
- [Florida Homestead Portability: Miami Tax-Savings Guide](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/florida-homestead-portability-explained-for-miami-homeowners): Guide to Florida homestead portability for Miami homeowners and Miami-Dade filing steps.
- [Living Near Sunset Drive in Downtown South Miami, FL](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/living-near-downtown-south-miamis-sunset-drive): A neighborhood guide to living near Downtown South Miami's Sunset Drive, covering walkability, housing, transit, parks, and redevelopment.
- [From Lived-In to List-Ready: Prepping Your Home After 20+ Years](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/from-lived-in-to-list-ready-prepping-your-home-after-20-years): Miami-Dade Realtors advise long-time homeowners on preparing Coral Gables homes for sale after decades of ownership.
- [Acre Lot | New Construction Home in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/glenvar-heights-the-one-acre-alternative-to-coral-gables-and-pinecrest): Blog post on Glenvar Heights as a centrally located Miami alternative for one-acre lots near Coral Gables and Pinecrest.
- [Miami Real Estate: Invest in Stability & Growth](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/take-stock-in-miami-real-estate): Blog post argues Miami real estate offers a stable investment amid volatile markets.
- [Planning a Smooth Home Sale in Palmetto Bay](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/planning-a-smooth-home-sale-in-palmetto-bay): Guide to planning a smooth home sale in Palmetto Bay with pricing, disclosure, permit, and closing prep advice.
- [Pricing Your Home in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/pricing-your-home-in-miami): Smith Formosa Team advises Miami-area sellers to price Coral Gables homes correctly to avoid longer market time and lower net proceeds.
- [Acreage Living in Pinecrest: What Buyers Should Know](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/what-to-know-about-acreage-living-in-pinecrest): Guide to acreage living in Pinecrest, covering lot size, tree rules, irrigation limits, and permit requirements.
- [Coral Gables Single-Family Market Metrics | See 2025](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/2025-single-family-home-market-metrics): A Coral Gables market update examines 2025 single-family home metrics and the Smith Formosa Team's positioning in a slower, more selective market.
- [Coral Gables Architectural Styles: Explore the Details](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/inside-coral-gables-signature-architectural-styles): A Coral Gables guide to Mediterranean Revival, Spanish influences, coral-rock homes, and preservation rules shaping the local market.
- [Key Largo Executive Waterfront Living | Direct Ocean Access](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/executive-waterfront-living-in-key-largo-with-direct-ocean-access): A Key Largo luxury listing highlights 16 Bass Avenue on Adams Cut with direct ocean access and low-maintenance concrete construction.
- [Compass Concierge for Selling a Miami Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/using-compass-concierge-to-elevate-your-miami-home-sale): A Miami real estate guide explains how Compass Concierge can fund pre-listing improvements and streamline home sales.
- [Selling by end of year](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/pumpkins-in-july): A Miami real estate blog post outlines a summer-to-Thanksgiving selling timeline for sellers aiming to close before Thanksgiving.
- [New Construction Miami Home For Sale | 6200 SW 83 AVENUE](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/conversation-with-a-new-construction-builder): An interview profiles developer Hugo Subotovsky and Eighty Three Estate, a one-level luxury home in Glenvar Heights, Miami.
- [South Miami Living Near Parks and Dining](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/leafy-south-miami-living-near-parks-and-dining): A South Miami neighborhood guide highlights parks, Sunset Drive walkability, dining, transit, and parking.
- [Living Car-Light in South Miami's Walkable Core](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/living-car-light-in-south-miamis-walkable-core): A guide to car-light living, walkability, transit, recreation, and daily convenience in South Miami's Sunset Drive core.
- [RealTrends Verified Realtors | Why Top 1.5% Matters](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/top-15-realtors-in-us-real-trends-verified): A Smith Formosa Team blog post highlights RealTrends verification, five straight years of recognition, and Miami luxury real estate credentials.
- [Coconut Grove Happy Hour Guide - Top Spots & Deals](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coconut-grove-happy-hour-list): A Coconut Grove blog roundup highlights favorite happy hour spots, signature deals, and a local's advice for hopping between them.
- [South Miami Single-Family Homes for Move-Up Buyers](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/south-miami-single-family-homes-for-move-up-buyers): A market guide to South Miami single-family homes, covering pricing, lots, housing age, tradeoffs, and comparisons with Coral Gables and Pinecrest.
- [Miami Staycation Guide: Where to Book This Summer](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/the-miami-staycation-guide): A curated guide to Miami staycation activities, seasonal dining promotions, spa deals, cultural events, and outdoor experiences.
- [Coral Gables Real Estate Market: Mid-Year 2026 Report](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/coral-gables-real-estate-what-the-first-half-of-2026-actually-showed-us): A mid-year analysis of Coral Gables residential sales, pricing, neighborhood performance, and the relationship between listing strategy and sale outcomes.
- [Coconut Grove Luxury Condos: Which Amenities Matter?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/evaluating-luxury-condo-amenities-in-coconut-grove): Guide to evaluating Coconut Grove luxury condo amenities by service, wellness, water access, privacy, and lifestyle fit.
- [New York to Miami Relocation? Read Audrey's Story Today](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/realtor-audrey-levines-new-york-relocation-story): A Miami Realtor shares her New York-to-Miami relocation story and offers neighborhood guidance for prospective movers.
- [Is It Time to Downsize Your Coral Gables Home?](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog/is-it-time-to-downsize-your-coral-gables-home): Blog guidance for Coral Gables homeowners weighing whether to downsize, with market stats, tax considerations, and pre-sale planning tips.

## Press

- [In The News | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/press-and-media): Press archive of media mentions about Carole Smith and luxury-home staging in Miami and South Florida.

## Testimonials

- [Realtor Carole Smith's Client Testimonials | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/testimonials): Client testimonials for the Smith Formosa Team praise Miami-area buying, selling, staging, and local-market guidance.

## Core Pages

- [Discover Miami Real Estate - Luxury Homes Await](https://veryspecialhomes.com/): Smith Formosa Team is a Miami real estate team serving Coral Gables and Coconut Grove with exclusive listings.

## Other Pages

- [South Florida home valuation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/cristina-formosa-instant-home-valuation): A South Florida home valuation landing page centered on instant property worth estimates.
- [Protected Trees in Miami](https://veryspecialhomes.com/trees): Guide to Miami protected trees and how local tree rules affect home renovations, permits, and buying decisions.
- [Carole Smith 2024 Recent Sales | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/2024-sold-properties): Smith Formosa Team's South Florida sold-properties page catalogs closed homes and condos across Miami-Dade.
- [Carole Smith 2025 Recent Sales | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/2025-sold-properties): Directory page listing South Florida homes sold in Miami, Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Key Biscayne, and nearby neighborhoods.
- [404 | Miami Real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/404): 404 error page for the Smith Formosa Team with contact information and a brief brand philosophy.
- [Meet Carole | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team.](https://veryspecialhomes.com/about): Carole Smith's bio page highlights luxury real estate expertise in Coral Gables and nearby South Florida markets.
- [Audrey Levine Miami Realtor Connect](https://veryspecialhomes.com/AudreyConnect): Smith Formosa Team contact page for Coral Gables real estate inquiries.
- [AUDREY Make Me Sell](https://veryspecialhomes.com/AUDREYMAKEMESELL): Smith Formosa Team presents Compass Make Me Sell, a confidential way for homeowners to test an aspirational sale price.
- [5390 Banyan Drive insight](https://veryspecialhomes.com/BanyanQA): Home profile for 5390 Banyan Drive featuring a homeowner interview, lake views, sustainable design, and nearby South Florida parks.
- [Tied Up In Nots | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blogs/tied-up-in-nots): A Coral Gables real estate blog post lists common seller mistakes to avoid when marketing a home.
- [bridge loan services](https://veryspecialhomes.com/bridge-loan): Compass's South Florida page explains bridge loan services for buyers using home equity to move before selling.
- [South Florida home valuation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/carole-smith-instant-home-valuation): A landing page for an instant home valuation service for South Florida homeowners.
- [South Florida Luxury Communities - Luxury Apartments In South Florida for Sale | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/communities): A South Florida neighborhood directory highlighting Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, South Miami, Palmetto Bay, and Miami.
- [Community Involvement | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/community-involvement): Smith Formosa Team highlights Cristina's Miami civic work with Leadership Miami and Chapman Partnership.
- [Compass Concierge](https://veryspecialhomes.com/compass-concierge): A Compass Concierge testimonial from Oakland seller Julia highlights limited-income marketing concerns and reported sale results.
- [Coral Gables Happy Hour](https://veryspecialhomes.com/CoralGablesHappyHour): Smith Formosa Team contact page for Coral Gables, Florida.
- [Coral Gables Monthly Market Update](https://veryspecialhomes.com/CoralGablesMarketUpdate): Smith Formosa Team contact page for Coral Gables, Florida real estate inquiries.
- [Cristina Reviews | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/cristina-reviews): Client testimonial page for Cristina Formosa of the Smith Formosa Team, highlighting Miami-area buying guidance and responsive service.
- [Disclaimer](https://veryspecialhomes.com/disclaimer): Editorial reflection on how homes provide shelter, security, self-expression, and a sense of belonging.
- [Florida Panthers Schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/FloridaPanthers): Directory page for the Florida Panthers, with team background and an October-November 2023 NHL schedule.
- [Freebie](https://veryspecialhomes.com/freebie): Coral Gables home valuation landing page offering an instant property estimate and a free home valuation request.
- [Historic Homes | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/historic-homes): Smith Formosa Team catalogs historic homes sold in Coral Gables and explains their preservation and investment appeal.
- [Coral Gables Historic Homes Experts](https://veryspecialhomes.com/HistoricHomes): Directory page for Coral Gables historic homes, highlighting Mediterranean Revival architecture and the Smith Formosa Team's recent sales.
- [Inter Miami CF Schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/InterMiamiCF): A South Florida real-estate page highlights Inter Miami CF, its schedule, and basic club information.
- [South Florida home valuation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/jen-wackenhut-instant-home-valuation): A South Florida home valuation landing page offers an instant property estimate and free home valuation.
- [Miami luxury real estate team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/meet-team): South Florida luxury real estate team profile led by Carole Smith and Cristina Formosa.
- [Miami Dolphins Schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/miamidolphin): Miami Dolphins team page with a brief history, roster highlights, and a game schedule.
- [Miami Herald Award, Best Real Estate team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/MiamiFavoriteTeam): Smith Formosa Team is a Coral Gables-based luxury real estate team highlighted for Miami-Dade favorites recognition and South Florida market coverage.
- [Miami Heat Schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/miamiheat): A Miami Heat schedule and overview page with team history, roster mentions, and a long game table.
- [Miami Marlins schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/miamimarlins): Miami Marlins team profile covering club history, stars, and a 2023 playoff outlook.
- [Highrise Coconut Grove](https://veryspecialhomes.com/MrCComingSoon): Coming-soon Coconut Grove luxury listing from the Smith Formosa Team offers preliminary details before public release.
- [Open House Schedule | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/open-house-schedule): A real estate page for the Smith Formosa Team's open house schedule and contact details.
- [Play Price Is right](https://veryspecialhomes.com/playprice): A Miami real-estate landing page promoting the Smith Formosa Team's coast-to-coast buyer referrals and listing cross-promotion through Compass.
- [Private listings](https://veryspecialhomes.com/private-exclusives): Miami private-exclusive listing page for Smith Formosa Team clients considering off-market home sales through Compass.
- [Coral Gables sample page](https://veryspecialhomes.com/samplepage): Coral Gables real estate page from the Smith Formosa Team with contact details and a short reflection on the meaning of homes.
- [Sellers Closing Costs](https://veryspecialhomes.com/sellerclosingcost): Miami seller closing costs guide covering commissions, title insurance, documentary stamp taxes, attorney fees, and other fees.
- [Miami Sports Calendar Schedule](https://veryspecialhomes.com/sports): Directory of Miami sporting event schedules for the Dolphins, Marlins, Heat, Inter Miami CF, and Panthers.
- [Spring Miami Home Maintenance](https://veryspecialhomes.com/springclean): Miami home maintenance checklist covering exterior, interior, outdoor, safety, energy efficiency, and decluttering tips.
- [Terms and Conditions | Miami Real Estate](https://veryspecialhomes.com/terms-and-conditions): Smith Formosa Team's privacy policy and terms of use for its real-estate site, covering data collection, AI use, sharing, and opt-outs.
- [Video Gallery | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/video-gallery): A South Florida real estate video gallery featuring homes, neighborhoods, and market updates.
- [Blog | Miami Real Estate with Smith Formosa Team](https://veryspecialhomes.com/blog): A blog index for the Smith Formosa Team covering Miami luxury homes, neighborhood guides, market updates, and selling advice.
- [Coral Gables Market Statistics](https://veryspecialhomes.com/CoralGablesMarketStats): Coral Gables home valuation landing page.
- [Alhambra Love Note](https://veryspecialhomes.com/alhambralovenote): Sellers' love note for a restored Mediterranean revival home at 1203 Alhambra Circle in Coral Gables.
- [Estate Planning and Selling Inherited Home](https://veryspecialhomes.com/estateplanning): Guide to selling inherited property in Miami, covering Florida probate, surviving spouses, taxes, timelines, and estate-sale preparation.
- [2026 Coral Gables Market Statistics](https://veryspecialhomes.com/2026CoralGablesMarketStats): Coral Gables home valuation landing page for instant property estimates and seller advice.
- [South Florida home valuation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/instant-home-valuation): A South Florida home valuation landing page offering instant property value estimates.
- [Miami Sunrise and Sunset](https://veryspecialhomes.com/MiamiSunrise_sunset): Templated Miami Sunrise Sunset real-estate page with inquiry forms and Smith Formosa Team contact details.
- [Coffee and Clarity: Home Value Report](https://veryspecialhomes.com/coffee-home-valuation): South Florida home valuation landing page offering an instant property valuation and a free home valuation request.
- [South Florida home valuation](https://veryspecialhomes.com/nicole-trench-instant-home-valuation): A South Florida home valuation landing page offering an instant property value estimate.
- [Make Me Sell](https://veryspecialhomes.com/makemesell): Compass Make Me Sell helps South Florida homeowners discreetly test an aspirational sale price with the Smith Formosa Team.