Lou  Blum

Lou Blum

REALTOR®

License #: SL3594977

Grandiose Real Estate

Mobile:
917-670-8091
Email Me
Lou  Blum

Lou Blum

REALTOR®

License #: SL3594977

Grandiose Real Estate

Mobile:
917-670-8091
Email Me

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RISMedia 2027 Real Estate Newsmakers Nominations to Open Soon

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 13:42

RISMedia’s Real Estate Newsmakers is kicking off its 10th annual recognition program, spotlighting the dynamic, resilient and forward-thinking professionals shaping the residential real estate industry. From innovative agents and high-producing teams to visionary executives and community champions, RISMedia’s Newsmakers honors individuals for their headline-making achievements in a given year. Nominations for 2027 Real Estate Newsmakers…

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Forbes Global Properties Names Tracey Atkins to Board of Directors

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 13:34

Forbes Global Properties has announced the appointment of Tracey Atkins to its board of directors. A globally recognized authority in high-end property marketing and strategic communications, Atkins is a founding partner of Private Property Global, the exclusive Australian member of Forbes Global Properties, according to a release. Forbes Global Properties says her appointment reflects the…

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Better.com CEO Brawls With Board After Sudden Ouster

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 13:21

Vishal Garg, founder and former CEO of tech-focused mortgage disruptor Better, briefly was the “main character” of the industry back in 2021—and not in a good way. His casual, chaotic Zoom firing of 900 people right before the Christmas holiday went viral, picked up by mainstream media as an example of pandemic-era callousness from the…

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New Construction Craters in July

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 11:50

Economic uncertainty continues to push builders to temper their expectations (and pace of construction) based on the latest monthly new residential construction report by the U.S. Census Bureau. The Bureau’s report for July states that privately owned housing starts were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.24 million. This is a considerable decrease (12.4%)…

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Immigration Cutbacks ‘More Deeply Felt’ for Housing in 2026-27: Harvard

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 11:48

Housing transactions happen for a lot of reasons that real estate professionals are intimately familiar with—new job, new baby, new marriage. In the aggregate, though, most of these events can be classified as “household formations”—in simple terms, a new family is formed, and that family (usually) needs a new place to live. According to Harvard’s…

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Summer Slowdown Sets in as Pending Activity Drops to Lowest Level in 2026

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Tue, 2026-08-18 11:44

The mid-to-late summer housing market appears to be plodding along, as pending activity in July slipped to a low for the year, according to the latest data from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). NAR’s Pending Home Sales report found that sales dipped 2.3% month-over-month and 2.2% year-over-year in July. This is the second month…

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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. Additionally, my association with LoKation Real Estate Brokerage allows clients to utilize in-house services through The Closing Team for title/escrow, LoKation Mortgage for mortgages, and K Insurance Services for insurance.

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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

Awards: NAR, ABR, AHWD

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

Languages Spoken: English