Latin America

Suzanne is an attorney, educator and investment advocate in property in infrastructure. She frequently speaks throughout Latin America on property rights, how to build value through transparent legal systems that uphold private property rights. Suzanne speaks often speaks as an invited attorney expert to Latin American Real Estate and Infrastructure Industry Leaders, Government entities and Law Schools & Universities in Peru, Brazil, and Colombia. The U.S. State Department appointed Suzanne its Fulbright Specialist Roster as an Expert in Real Estate.

National Association of Realtors Appoints Suzanne Hollander to Focus Group to Promote Women in Commercial Real Estate
Last week, NAR, America's largest trade organization representing over 1.5 million members, appointed Suzanne Hollander to participate in its national focus group with the goals of promoting women in commercial real estate.... As the only focus group appointee from Florida, Suzanne is proud to share her experiences in commercial real estate in Miami and Florida.  Suzanne's representation of Florida is significant because Florida is the state with the most NAR members in the nation.  According to NAR data, as of February 29, 2024 Florida has 218,605, NAR members
Professor Real Estate Suzanne Hollander and Miami Mayor Danielle Levine Cava Celebrate International Womens Day
Professor Real Estate® Suzanne Hollander celebrates Women beside Miami Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Professor Real Estate®' Suzanne Hollander's 8 actions to Celebrate Women 1.   Promote Women to Visible Senior Leadership Roles 2.   Include Women as Leaders, Speakers on Industry Panels 3.   Empower Women to be Life Long Learners, Always Adding New Skills to Their Tool Box 4.  Include Women in Deals 5.  Include Womens' Perspectives in News/Media regarding their industry, profession and experience 6.  Celebrate Womens' Achievements 7.  Institute Pay Equity 8.  Appoint Women to Corporate Boards
Brasil de Fato interviews Suzanne Hollander on American Dream of Owning a House
Suzanne Hollander, a professor, real estate lawyer and real estate broker in South Florida who has taught courses at IBMEC in São Paulo, explained the situation to Brasil de Fato. "High rates are making homeowners not want to sell and move," says Suzanne. "This phenomenon is called 'golden handcuffs.' It's like they have their hands cuffed. They can't or don't want to sell, because even if they sell at a high price, and if they buy, they will buy the new property at a high price and the interest will be higher than what they had access to years ago."
Professor Real Estate Suzanne Hollander Expert Commentary on How to Buy a House at Auction - Foreclosure
Buying a home at auction can yield a great bargain — if you do your homework and can withstand the risks. “You need to know how to research the title [and] make sure you are buying a first position lien, not a second position lien that could be wiped out,” Suzanne Hollander, an attorney and real estate professor at Florida International University in Miami. says. “Understand your obligations to pay cash and when, and realize there are many risks involved.”
Soraya Rivera-Moya, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald House and Professor Suzanne Hollander xplain the unique public-private financing structure of the new project: “Jackson Memorial is a public hospital, and the location for the new building is leased to RMHC by Miami-Dade County for the mere cost of $1 per year for a duration of fifty years. The $25 million will be raised through local fundraising initiatives and new market tax credit funds, which are forgivable loans granted by the federal government.” Hollander points out that “in Miami, a city with a booming real estate market full of luxury condos and hotels, the Ronald McDonald House development project really stands as unique three reasons, it is (1) a multi-million-dollar woman led development project; (2) for a charitable purpose to help families in need with sick children and (3) being built on government owned land.”
Professor Suzanne Hollander and Ronald McDonald House Executive Director Soraya Rivera Moya explain the unique public-private financing structure of the new project: “Jackson Memorial is a public hospital, and the location for the new building is leased to RMHC by Miami-Dade County for the mere cost of $1 per year for a duration of fifty years. The $25 million will be raised through local fundraising initiatives and new market tax credit funds, which are forgivable loans granted by the federal government.” Hollander points out that “in Miami, a city with a booming real estate market full of luxury condos and hotels, the Ronald McDonald House development project really stands as unique three reasons, it is (1) a multi-million-dollar woman led development project; (2) for a charitable purpose to help families in need with sick children and (3) being built on government owned land.”
City of Miami Commissioner Sabina Covo meets with Professor Real Estate Suzanne Hollander who served as Director of Real Estate and Asset Management for the City of Miami
”Professor Hollander highlighted to Commissioner Covo that the City of Miami owns a real estate portfolio that ballooned in value to over an estimated over $17 Billion USD. The largest percentage of the value of City owned properties is located in District 2, many on long term leases (50–99 years)…From the LOFT 2 rooftop she pointed out to the various City assets and noted: “It is important to remember the City has a duty to act as a steward and fiduciary to operate these City owned assets professionally by best-in-class real estate standards to preserve their value and physical structure for generations to come.”
Suzanne Hollander Visited More Than 70 Latin America Shopping Centers over the Summer - Want to borrrow Her Notes?
Suzanne Hollander’s trip to the five countries, which have a combined population of 320 million, took her to visit mall owners and managers, tenant brokers, real estate attorneys...In Brazil, Chile and Peru, where riots, political unrest and the rise of socialism have become increasingly common and make headline news, she said. “The malls are democracy in action. Everyone, no matter their social or economic class, is welcome. This is not found in other places in these countries.” There’s an unwritten rule there that the mall is sacrosanct.
Suzanne Hollander manages a $17 Billion Dollar Real Estate Portfolio or more than 500 properties - more than some countries' GDPs
Women like Suzanne Hollander are mirrors in which we can see our professional aspirations reflected. And featuring her couldn't be more appropriate as we celebrate International Women's Month. Or, in the words of the late Charles Aznavour" Women of today, teach us what to say!"
South Florida Business and Wealth Prestigious Women Award Honoree: Suzanne Hollander Professor Real Estate
You can do it! The journey of one million miles begins with one step. Step by step, build yourself into the person you want to be by deliberately choosing experiences that challenge you, move you out of your comfort zone and help you achieve heights you never thought possible.
In New FIU Office to Advance Women Equity and Diversity Suzanne Hollander Speaker at U.S. State Departments WeAmericas Latin American Entrepreneur Initiative for Women
“I’ve been teaching around the world, and what I’ve come to learn is that law and property rights are such powerful mechanisms to help give people freedom. Women need to have property rights and access to safe secure housing in order to have equality and options to advance.” said Suzanne Hollander an invited speaker to the U.S State Department's WeAmericas Initiative
Professor Real Estate Suzanne Hollander Talks on Why and How to Build Your Own Personal Board of Directors for a Happy New Year
Gracias, Thank you to My “Personal Board of Directors” whose belief in me inspired me to take chances to grow and achieve goals I never thought possible in 2020. ..Last month, I spoke on "How To Build Your Own Personal Board of Directors" to the United States Department of State WeAmericas ..."Personal Board of Directors” is a term I use to describe people who are close and important to me.....May you create your Own Personal Board of Directors for 2021 to help you have a Happier New Year!
Miami Herald Quotes Suzanne Hollander on United States Demand for Affordable Housing
"There is a demand for affordable housing; there is going to be an increased demand as there is more unemployment. Developers can make a profit...event with moratoriums or unemployment, the developer still gets paid because the government pays a portion of the rent.
Suzanne Hollander Attorney Expert Panelist : Retail Real Estate in Latin America and United States
Suzanne Hollander was a Panelist in Latin America on a distinguished attorney panel, Suzanne gave "U.S. Perspective: Commercial Real Estate Retail Contracts" in Spanish discussing the 4 points below: 1. COVID's Impact on Shopping Center Retail in U.S. and Latin America 2. Growth of Non Store Retailers in U.S. and Latin America (retailers selling by internet using distribution systems instead of a store/physical real estate) 3. Landlord Tenant Law in U.S. and Latin America 4. COVID's Impact on "Informal Economy" Real Estate and Business in Latin America
Suzanne Hollander on AirBNB Short Term Rental Trend in U.S. and Latin America
Love or Hate it Air BNB –  What’s Its Future in COVID’s New Normal? A trend […]
In News! Suzanne Hollander on U.S. Election: Foreign Demand for U.S. Real Estate Strong!
Scroll down, Read Suzanne Hollander‘s Comments on Steady Foreign Investment in the U.S. property, […]
Sending Property Love Suzanne Hollander On Site: Medellin, Colombia!
For Valentine’s Day,  Professor Real Estate® Suzanne Hollander, sends 4 Property-Love-Lessons to […]
Suzanne Hollander Moderates Real Estate Development Panel
In Biz News!  Read below,  Suzanne Hollander, real estate commentator, lawyer & broker, […]
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