Rilea Group's rental strategy pays off

During Miami's recent land boom as developers rushed to erect as many soaring residential condos as possible, developer Alan Ojeda cut a decidedly different path when he built One Broadway, a 36-story rental tower in the growing Brickell residential district.

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Lease-to-own condo deals attracting buyers

South Florida condo developers are using lease-to-own options to attract renters and fill unsold units. Would-be buyers are responding because condo loans are hard to get.

REAL ESTATE

Miami condo corridor's woes create boon for renters

It's not hard to get Regan Marock to gush about his rental unit in a twin-tower luxury building in the heart of Miami's high-rise corridor. The two-bedroom condo has stainless steel appliances, a jetted tub and dazzling views of the city -- not to mention the two pools, gym, spas, movie theater and game room in the building.

Home prices are so low it may cost less to buy than to rent

Just six months ago, with South Florida home prices in a steady fall, the decision to buy or rent was clear for many prospective home buyers -- keep on renting, of course.