MIAMI BEACH, FL - Flamingo South Beach, South Florida’s well-known and celebrated condominium address, today announced that a remarkable 50 units have been sold during the first four months of the year. Notable among these sales are an increase in international purchasers, who accounted for 30% of the units sold, and two sales which topped the $1.2 million mark.

“Savvy buyers today can have their choice of condominium homes, but Flamingo’s resort-oriented lifestyle, picturesque bayfront setting and incomparable South Beach location make it extremely desirable,” said Alex Ballerini, vice president of sales for MCZ/Centrum, the developer of Flamingo South Beach.

Ballerini also pointed to the strength of international currencies and Miami Beach’s renowned reputation as a global resort destination as reasons for the increase in international purchasers.

“We’ve had several sales to individuals from France,” he said. “But we’ve also sold units as vacation homes to buyers from Chile, Venezuela, Finland, the United Kingdom - and even Russia and Croatia.”Flamingo South Beach is situated on a 16.5-acre bayfront property with expansive views of Biscayne Bay, Star Island and downtown Miami. Remaining one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences range in size from 800 square feet to 2,350 square feet, with prices that start in the mid-$300s. Units feature new glass balconies, impact-resistant sliding glass doors, high-speed Internet access, satellite television, walk-in closets and washer/dryers. Through June 1, the developer is offering new purchasers a special “Welcome Home” package that includes the buyer’s choice of zero closing costs, upgraded kitchen, upgraded flooring or no homeowner’s dues for one year.

The sales center is located at 1500 Bay Road in Miami Beach. For more information, visit www.flamingomiami.com. For details on the “Welcome Home” package or condominium sales at Flamingo South Beach, contact a Worldwide Development Services sales associate at 305-531-2922.

MIAMI BEACH, FL – Flamingo South Beach, one of South Florida’s fastest-selling properties, has announced the promotion of Eddy Martinez and Roland Ortiz to sales directors.

Collectively, the duo has sold nearly $1 billion dollars in real estate over the past three years. The two agents recently formed Worldwide Development Services, a full service real estate brokerage. According to Arthur Slaven from MCZ/Centrum, the developer of Flamingo South Beach, “No matter what property it is, what location it is in, or what market we are in, Roland and Eddy always produce the highest performance.”

A native of Ecuador, Martinez developed an interest in real estate while studying architecture at FIU. He became licensed in 1999 and shortly after joined Wimbish Riteway Realtors. In his first year at Wimbish, Martinez was admitted into the “Winner’s Circle Club” making him the youngest agent to hold the prestigious membership at the age of 24. During his career at Wimbish, which was later bought by Coldwell Banker, Martinez ranked in the top 20% of Realtors in the nation. Before joining the Flamingo South Beach sales team, Martinez was Residential & Pre-Construction Specialist at Majestic Properties.

Ortiz joins Flamingo South Beach with six years of experience selling real estate in the South Florida market. Before joining the sales team at Flamingo, Ortiz was Pre-Construction Specialist Agent at Majestic Properties. He has an Associate Psychology Degree from Hunter College in New York, and became licensed in 2000.

Flamingo South Beach is situated on a 16.5-acre bay front property with expansive views of Biscayne Bay, Star Island and downtown Miami. Remaining one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences range in size from 800 square feet to 2,350 square feet, with prices that start in the mid-$300s. Units feature new glass balconies, impact-resistant sliding glass doors, high-speed Internet access, satellite television, walk-in closets and washer/dryers. Through June 2008, the developer is offering new purchasers a special “Welcome Home” package that includes the buyer’s choice of zero closing costs, upgraded kitchen, upgraded flooring or no homeowner’s dues for one year.

The sales center is located at 1500 Bay Road in Miami Beach. For more information, visit www.flamingomiami.com. For details on the “Welcome Home” package or condominium sales at Flamingo South Beach, contact a Worldwide Development Services sales associate at 305-531-2922.

Flamingo South Beach was an official sponsor of this year’s Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival (MGLFF). 

On Friday, May 2nd hundreds of movie-goers flocked to Flamingo’s garden courtyard to watch the stars under the stars in the world premiere of Tru Loved, a story about a conservative California high-school girl with lesbian parents, who falls for a boy who is secretly gay.  The screening was preceded by three winning short films in the SHOUT Script Writing competition.

This is the second year Flamingo South Beach has sponsored the film festival.

For more on the film festival visit www.mglff.com/

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Pop music sensation Justin Timberlake was spotted working out at Flamingo’s DavidBartonGym.

Best known as a member of the 90s teen band *NSYNC, Timberlake has since gone out on his own recording the 2002 album Justified, which established him as a hunky urban leading man. Justified won Grammy Awards for best pop vocal album and best male pop vocal performance. His second album, FutureSex/LoveSounds, featured the hit single “SexyBack,” and put Timberlake back in the spotlight in 2006.

No word on Mr. Timberlake’s full itinerary while in South Beach, but something tells us adoring fans @ Flamingo won’t be skipping any workouts this week!

The Flamingo South Beach is nearing completion - only 25 units remain. Great inventory still remains with consumer packages including up to $25K in custom upgrades! Click here to view current inventory.*

Agents - earn 6% base commission** on the final 25. Call 877-557-5500 or visit the Flamingo Sales Center for more information.

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*Availability and pricing subject to change without notice.

**Agent must be a member of the Affinity Reward Program to qualify. Members can earn up to 8% at Flamingo South Beach now through June 1, 2008. Call 877-557-5500 for more information and full terms and conditions. www.affinityrewardprogram.com

The Filipino Channel (TFC), which airs on Direct TV and Comcast with a viewership of more than 8.8 million, will film three episodes of their show “Citizen Pinoy” at Flamingo South Beach. “Citizen Pinoy” is a talk show that focuses on issues surrounding immigration. One of the hosts is an immigration lawyer, who answers questions from the audience and offers tips on immigrating to North America. The show also features stories of families that have been reunited by immigrating to the United States. The immigration topics and subject matter are universal and particularly applicable to the Miami population.

Filming will take place on the South Tower pool deck. The episodes filmed at Flamingo are scheduled to air on April 20, 27 and May 4, 2008.

Flamingo South Beach and the Affinity Reward Program want to pay you $30K. Now through April 15, 2008 Affinity members receive the following in addition to their base commission:

$5,000 bonus on first sale
$10,000 bonus on second sale
$15,000 bonus on third sale

To qualify, agent must be licensed in Florida and an Affinity member. Visit www.affinityrewardprogram.com for more information on membership.

Certain restrictions apply, call 877-557-5500 or visit the Flamingo South Beach Sales Center for more information.

Over the weekend, VH1 cameras were spotted on the grounds of the Flamingo South Beach, filming scenes for their upcoming reality show “¡Viva Hollywood!”  Film crews were seen all over the property, shooting on the South Tower lanai overlooking Biscayne Bay, the courtyard and throughout the South Tower.  According to VH1, the show will feature aspiring telenovela stars, vying to prove their mastery of the “7 Deadly Sins of Telenovelas” to celebrity judges including actor and singer/songwriter Carlos Ponce and award-winning actress and singer Maria Conchita Alonso.  Additional guest celebrities will include Daisy Fuentes, Charo, and Perez Hilton.   The winner receives a prize package that includes a contract with Telemundo for a breakout role in an upcoming telenovela, a cash prize and a year’s lease at South Beach’s hottest condominium, the Flamingo South Beach.  www.flamingomiami.com

Flamingo South Beach has partnered with Affinity Property Services to offer luxury condominium rentals and property management services.  New leases signed by January 31, 2008 receive two months free and a $200 gift card!*

Visit:  www.affinitypropertyservices.com for more information and to view current listings.

*Certain restrictions apply.  Call 877.277.0888 for more information.

During the 2008 Miami International Boat Show, Flamingo South Beach will serve as the backdrop for Sea Ray’s press debut of their newest yachts.  Editors and reporters from major national and regional boating publications will have the opportunity to test ride two new models from the world’s largest manufacturer of superior quality pleasure boats, which will be docked at Flamingo’s North Pier for the duration of the Show.  Flamingo’s picturesque, expansive Bay views and state-of-the-art marina made the property the optimal location for Sea Ray’s press call.  www.flamingomiami.com