Lou  Blum

Lou Blum

REALTOR®

License #: SL3594977

Grandiose Real Estate

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Lou  Blum

Lou Blum

REALTOR®

License #: SL3594977

Grandiose Real Estate

Mobile:
917-670-8091
Email Me

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A Halloween tale: Spooky events and a haunted house sale

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Fri, 2026-10-30 03:00
Author and trainer Bernice Ross shares a spooky tale of unusual home happenings and a sale process plagued by tragedy.

I analyzed 1,133 Instagram posts with Meta’s new AI

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Fri, 2026-10-30 03:00
Meta Muse for Small Business connects to your Instagram analytics. Here are five prompts to analyze your past posts before asking AI to create more.

Amid ‘tough market,’ Rocket revenues are up

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Thu, 2026-10-29 17:27
Rocket’s Q3 earnings, explained: Revenue, market share, Redfin metrics and the questions agents should be asking about the integrated model.

PropStream Adds State Search to Simplify Broader Property Research

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 14:33

PropStream—the California-based real estate software platform—announced the release of State Search, an update that lets users search an entire state directly from the Property Search bar. The update continues PropStream’s focus on simpler, more flexible property research workflows. According to a release, users will be able to search by state alongside existing county, city, ZIP…

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Americans cling to homeownership as affordability gap widens

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Thu, 2026-10-29 14:32
New ACS data shows incomes up 3.9 percent, but buyers still need $110,700 to comfortably afford a median-priced home.

Mortgage Rates Edge Down for Second Week

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 13:52

Mortgage rates edged down for the second consecutive week, a move buyers hope will continue, but economists say may not have much of an impact on the market.  The latest Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey® released Thursday shows the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rate at 7.24%, down eight basis points from 7.32% last week…

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Inflation Ticks Up as Housing Headwinds Continue to Brew

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 13:43

Despite the Federal Reserve’s decision not to raise rates yesterday, the latest data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) still showed a 0.5% month-to-month increase in inflation as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, 0.2% higher than the increase in August.  The PCE index has enjoyed a reputation as the Fed’s…

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Halloween Houses: From Killer Homes to ‘Killer’ Homes

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 13:11

Typically, supernatural occurrences at properties can bring home prices down. But it certainly gives more for buyers—and agents—to talk about! In celebration of Halloween—and to encourage the timeless tradition of watching scary movies throughout the season—we are taking a look at some of the most notable houses in horror media. Whether they be real, fictional…

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Open Real Estate: We’re almost there, but not quite

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Thu, 2026-10-29 12:43
OPINION: The Open Real Estate options give sellers just two choices: market or participant view. Darryl Davis makes the case for a third door.

Big-Brand Power With a Boutique Touch

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 12:41

Nick Warren CEO Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Warren Residential Boston, Massachusetts https://warrenre.com Region served: Greater Boston Area Years in real estate: 20 Number of offices: 1 Number of agents: 35 Work philosophy that you live by: Take care of your agents, and they’ll take care of the clients. You built Warren Residential with a local, boutique…

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Howard Hanna Expands Into Alabama; Partners with ARC Realty and Capstone Realty

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 12:40

Howard Hanna Real Estate Services announced its expansion into Alabama through a partnership, operating under two established brands, ARC Realty and Capstone Realty. According to a release, the partnership brings 875 agents across 12 offices in Birmingham, Montgomery and Huntsville. The partnership brings the three groups together to operate as the state’s largest brokerage, who…

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‘Open Real Estate’ Is Promising to Support MLSs. What do MLSs Think?

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Thu, 2026-10-29 12:32

“Is Open Real Estate a national MLS?” That question, proffered by Open Real Estate itself on its website as soon as the initiative was launched, made it clear the founders—namely, AGNT (eXp and NextHome), HomeServices of America, Real REMAX Group and Keller Williams—knew that at least some in the industry would see that project in…

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12 housing bills that could shape affordability after the midterms

USA Real Estate News-Inman - Thu, 2026-10-29 12:27
Concerns over housing supply and affordability have reached a fever pitch and become a major issue for voters in this year's midterms.
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I am a distinguished REALTOR® affiliated with Grandiose Real Estate located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Representing homeowners and prospective homeowners in Broward and Palm Beach Counties, I excel in addressing my clients' needs on both the selling and buying side. Recognizing the significant impact of real estate transactions, I strive to provide all clients with a seamless and successful residential real estate experience. My profound insight and active involvement in the communities I serve further enhance the benefits for both sellers and buyers.

I have enjoyed a prolific career spanning over 34 years as a director and senior project manager in the fields of commercial real estate development, construction, and architecture. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional leadership, management, and interpersonal skills, enabling me to communicate effectively in all work environments. Moreover, my extensive experience has refined my negotiating skills, which are crucial for representing both sellers and buyers.

I offer a registry of professional service providers to assist my clients with both buying and selling needs. This network includes stagers, painters, designers, handymen, and inspectors, ensuring that my clients receive the best possible service throughout their real estate journey. 

Let me move you into something that moves you!

License #: SL3594977

Education: Master of Architecture, Clemson University / B.S. of Architecture, University of Maryland

Specialty: Buying and Selling Single Family Homes, Townhomes, and Condominiums

Area Covered: Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, Pompano Beach, Hillsboro Beach, Boca Raton, and Highland Beach

Languages Spoken: EnglishDesignation: NAR, ABR, AHWD, C2EX