MIAMI—The second annual Miami New Construction Show (MNCS), a buyer-direct real estate forum, is set for Oct. 22-25, 2015. The event brings together buyers and key stakeholders from Florida's real estate industry to create a marketplace where purchasers meet sellers directly. Over 25,000 attendees and 300 exhibitors are expected.
GlobeSt.com caught up with Anita Funtek, CEO of Miami New Construction Show, to understand why she launched the show, her goals and her take on the South Florida real estate market in part one of this exclusive interview. Be sure to come back to this afternoon's Miami edition for part two, where Funtek will offer more market predictions.
GlobeSt.com: Tell us about your background and why you started Miami New Construction Show?
Funtek: I'm an economist by trade, and my target niche market has always been real estate and new construction. My father was an architect and general contractor, and I've always had high-net worth individuals close to me.
I've also attended Art Basel, the Auto Show, eMerge, and similar largely targeted events where I recognized a need for a physical show concentrated in one location, offering a one-stop-shop. With so much development going on across South Florida, information was not easily available, so that's where the concept of Miami New Construction Show came from.
GlobeSt.com: What are your main goals with the expo?
Funtek: To provide a platform for buyers to cover their real estate needs from A-Z, while gaining knowledge on current investment opportunities as well as alternative investment opportunities, which range from rentals to resales and more.
GlobeSt.com: Last year you had Rick Scott as the keynote speaker. Do you have one confirmed this year?
Funtek: Not yet! We have three exciting prospects but we'll be announcing this year's keynote speaker at our upcoming launch party on April 17th at Club Fifty.
GlobeSt.com: Given your expertise, what's your take on South Florida's real estate market?
Funtek: Buyers certainly have the advantage right now, both quality and quantity wise. Amenities have reached a new level of convenience and luxury, while developers have been adding valuable design partners to elevate their project and create added appeal.
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