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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Zillow Says Lawsuits in the Past, ‘Not Obvious’ How Market Recovers

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:48

Real estate’s biggest name is struggling, just like everyone else, but company leadership is promising that it—and the industry—have ways to hang on amid a tech revolution, a sluggish market and legal woes the company claims are in the past now. Speaking to investors after reporting earnings for Q3 2026, Zillow CEO Jeremy Wacksman said…

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Bright MLS Integration with Ocusell Network Goes Live

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:26

Bright MLS and Ocusell have announced that their live integration is officially operational, eliminating one of the real estate industry’s longest-standing headaches of duplicate data entry into multiple MLSs. According to a release, brokers and agents operating across the Mid-Atlantic can now create and edit listings once in Ocusell and push compliance-checked data directly into…

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United Wholesale Mortgage Pushes Through Q3 Amid Headwinds, Predicts Steady Q4

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:16

Despite having lower margins for the third quarter, United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) Chairman, President and CEO Mat Ishbia stated that he feels prepared to handle “headwinds in the industry” during the company’s third quarter earnings call. On the call, Ishbia referenced the challenges the mortgage market has faced within the past five years, saying that…

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Flexmls Accelerates Real Estate AI With the Launch of Scout

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 14:37

FBS—the makers of Flexmls—has announced the availability of Flexmls Scout, an AI assistant that enables real estate professionals to use natural-language search to access trusted MLS information, analyze market activity, and gain actionable insights about their business.  Built directly into the Flexmls platform, FBS noted that Scout combines permissioned MLS data with AI to streamline…

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Share of Adjustable Rate Mortgages Hits Highest Level Since September 2025

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 13:37

Mortgage rates ticked down a bit this past week but landing at 7.3%, it wasn’t enough to move the needle for buyers submitting loan applications for 30-year-fixed rate mortgages. Sitting almost a full percentage point lower, adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) however continue to be attractive for buyers looking to start out with a lower monthly…

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Carolyn Fugere Named President and CEO for William Pitt – Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 12:28

Paul Breunich, executive chairman of William Pitt – Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty, announced that Carolyn Fugere has been appointed president and Chief Executive Officer. According to a release, Fugere will lead the real estate company serving Connecticut, Westchester County and the Hudson Valley in New York, and the Berkshires in Massachusetts. During her…

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Midterm Takeaways: Democratic Subpoenas, State ‘Trifectas’ and Bi-Coastal Ballot Wins

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 11:17

A midterm election that saw both historic turnout and spending ended with big wins for the Democratic party nearly across the board. While voters clearly went to the ballot box seeking change, can real estate expect the landslide result to boost a sluggish housing market, bring down rates or spark more regulatory scrutiny into housing…

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Three More Brokerages Sign on to HouseCanary’s Google Listings Program

USA Real Estate News-RISMedia - Wed, 2026-11-04 10:04

REMAX Advantage, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Properties Group and ENRG Realty have joined the now growing list of real estate companies signing on to HouseCanary’s Google Listing Program. Under the agreements, active listings from the more than 1,000 agents at these brokerages are now available for display in Google mobile search in live markets. The…

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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