Miguel de Cervantes famously said “Diligence is the mother of good fortune,” and on April 27^th Fortune International Realty, Miami’s most established international residential brokerage, honored their highest achievers at Brickell City Centre’s East Hotel, during the company’s annual Top Producer Awards Ceremony.

Edgardo Defortuna, CEO of Fortune International Group, the parent of Fortune International Realty and Fortune Development Sales, recognized their real estate and development sales professionals for superlative achievements in the categories of Centurion, Diamond, Platinum, Gold, and Silver honoring those with sales from $3 million to more than $100 million for the year.

Earning the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was Terri Alvarez, Managing Director and a 40-year veteran with Fortune International Realty. A Certified Real Estate Brokerage Manager, Alvarez was recognized for her extraordinary leadership, mentorship of new agents, and “hands on” style of management and analytical approach that has contributed in propelling Fortune International Realty to world recognition.

Receiving the highest accolades, the Centurion award winners were: Alfonso Jaramillo, Fabio F. Faerman, and Sebastian Faerman, who together sold more than $300 million.

Among the Diamond award winners were: Adrian Gonzalez, Adriana Brito, Alexandra Escudero, Brigitte de Langeron, Cesar E. Molina, Chris Suarez, Christopher Jude, Douglas Kinsley, Eduardo Cofresi, Fabian A. Dominguez, Jacqueline M. Molina, Luciene Cofresi, Maria Mariana, Montse Costello, Olga Monson, Peter Liakouras, Rafael Gonzalez, Ricardo Du Pond, Valeria Lugo and Wolfgang Herz.

“This will go down as one of the most memorable events in the history of the company and one of its most successful years. Together we celebrated not only an outstanding year in real estate, but also the culture at Fortune where we have a sense of being part of one large extended family,” said Edgardo Defortuna. I could not be prouder of our family of powerhouse brokers. It was an emotional and awe-inspiring moment.”

Stephanie Montagna took the honors of Rookie of the Year. A full list of Platinum, Gold, and Silver winners can be found HERE.

Notables in attendance included Ana Cristina and Edgardo Defortuna, Walter Defortuna, Monica Defortuna, Carla Defortuna, Ruth Palma, Amparo Fontanet, Jennie King, Harvey Daniels, Kari Fernandez, and Carmen Casadella. The event was sponsored by City National Bank.

“Everyone was in such high spirits, and it was emotional. The entire company was celebrating the chance to be together once again, while toasting the occasion and congratulating each other on the fantastic sales momentum,” said Ruth Palma, Vice President of Sales for Fortune International Realty. “We were so very proud to congratulate these distinguished professionals who continue to raise the bar and break barriers.”

For more information, please visit www.fir.com and www.fortuneintlgroup.com.

Ten30 South Beach, an enclave of moderately priced, Mid-Century Modern design-inspired Miami Beach condominiums by development firm Shoma Group, is doubling down as a wave of recent buyer demand for larger units has created a series of new bespoke floorplans throughout the boutique project.

Originally planned as a curated collection of 43 units, primarily focused on one- and two-bedroom condominiums, the project has seen a surge in interest from out-of-state buyers looking to relocate to South Florida and requesting larger three-bedroom units. Catering to this uptick in buyers who prefer the intimacy and exclusivity of a boutique building yet also seeking the turnkey appeal and size of a single-family home, developers along with the project’s exclusive residential brokerage, Fortune Development Sales, are seeing a growing trend as many new buyers have purchased multiple units with plans to combine them and update the floorplans to create larger units to enjoy.

As a result, Ten30 South Beach will offer even more exclusivity with just 33 supersized units when completed this summer. With more than 75 percent of units under contract, buyers are taking note of the idyllic offerings at Ten30 South Beach and the flexibility to upgrade their units to create larger spaces with layouts they feel best accommodate their desired lifestyle.  

“Sales at Ten30 South Beach have certainly reached a peak the past few weeks. What we find most compelling is almost all of our latest buyers are combining units to create three-bedroom floorplans or larger. The pandemic has changed people’s buying trends and as they spend more time at home they’re seeking additional space to entertain and to be able to work from home along with more exclusivity,” said Masoud Shojaee, President and CEO of Shoma Group. “What started out as a boutique building is now even more exclusive than before as we’ve reduced the number of units to adapt to this growing demand.”

“Buyers are recognizing that we’re offering a very niche project. We sold out of our two-bedroom units very quickly, and had to create more,” said Stephanie Shojaee, Chief Marketing Officer of Shoma Group. “Due to Shoma’s technological advances, we were able to swiftly adjust even at such late stages in the project.”

“At Ten30 South Beach, we’ve found strong demand from out-of-state buyers – mainly from New York and California – and yet had limited inventory of what they were requesting,” said Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group. “There’s certainly a sense of urgency in the buyers we’re seeing as they’re looking to move to South Florida now. Ten30 South Beach is ideally timed to meet this groundswell with delivery set for this summer.”

Nestled in one of South Beach’s most vibrant neighborhoods, the project offers the style and prestige of an exclusive address surrounded by premier shopping, dining and dazzling attractions of Miami Beach.

Primed for pure relaxation and a healthy lifestyle, Ten30 South Beach will feature a uniquely sumptuous saltwater rosé-colored pool situated on a sprawling 6,000 square-foot rooftop deck. Additional upscale amenities include a lounge and outdoor kitchen area complete with barbecue and yoga space, as well as a dual gym showcasing spinning and treads with Pilates reformers and rock-climbing.

Positioning itself as an unparalleled luxury retreat away from the high-rise condo projects that have priced local buyers out of South Beach, Ten30 South Beach offers one-, two- and three-bedroom units as well as penthouses with expansive private rooftop terraces. Kitchens epitomize modern elegance and functionality with Italian cabinetry and premium appliances, and designer finishes throughout compliment the spacious master bedrooms that boast a unique open bathroom concept. With state-of-the-art technology and high-end finishes, residences are priced from the high $500’s with low association fees starting at $391 per month.

Located at 1030 15th Street, Ten30 South Beach is just minutes away from the famed Lincoln Road shopping district and top dining experiences at Sunset Harbor. The project is also just steps from 36-acre Flamingo Park, where residents can enjoy several activities including a state-of-the-art aquatic center, Bark Park dog park, baseball and football stadiums, basketball and racquetball courts, soccer and softball fields in addition to a tennis center and children's playground.

For more information, please visit Ten30SouthBeach.com or visit the Ten30 South Beach Sales Gallery at 1116 15th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

MIAMI (Nov. 5, 2019) – Miami-based Shoma Group recently commemorated the groundbreaking of Ten30 South Beach, a curated collection of 43 studio, one- and two-bedroom condominiums nestled in one of South Beach’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

In a nod to the development’s name, the ceremonial groundbreaking was held on October 30 at 10:30 a.m. at the future site of Ten30 South Beach. The project’s development and sales teams – led by industry veterans Masoud Shojaee, CEO of Shoma Group and Edgardo Defortuna, President and CEO of Fortune International Group, hosted the event. Mike Saladino and David Muriel from the project’s architectural and interior design firm Saladino Design Studio were also in attendance as well as dozens of industry leaders, project partners, city officials and numerous other dignitaries.

Developed by Shoma Group, the project is poised to be South Beach’s ultimate gem located just steps from the Atlantic Ocean and the best of modern Miami Beach life.

Once completed, Ten30 South beach will rise four stories and feature a sprawling 6,000 square-foot rooftop deck with a rosé-colored pool, lounge, and an outdoor kitchen area complete with barbecue and yoga space.

“We’re incredibly proud to officially break ground on Ten30 South Beach,” said Masoud Shojaee of Shoma Group. “A new standard for living in South Beach, we’re extremely pleased that Ten30 South Beach will provide residents with a premier living option just steps away from all that South Beach has to offer.”

With units ranging in size from 626 square feet up to 1,196 square feet and priced from the $400’s with low association fees of less than $400 per month, the project boasts state-of-the-art technology and high-end finishes. Spacious master bedrooms with a unique open bathroom concept complete Ten30’s array of amenities that tastefully create a sense of sanctuary expressed in lyrical terms.  Residences come with expansive terraces and covered parking.

“This is an exciting beginning to what will soon be an extraordinary addition to the vibrant South Beach neighborhood,” said Edgardo Defortuna of Fortune Development Sales. “We are grateful to Masoud Shojaee and the Shoma team for bringing this inspired project to South Beach and it is a privilege to manage their sales and marketing efforts.”

Ten30 South Beach is located at 1030 15^th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, please visit Ten30SouthBeach.com or visit the Fortune International Realty Miami Beach offices at 110 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139.