Karla Ziegelbaum

Before touring homes, get clear on your budget, financing, preferred neighborhoods, and long-term goals. In the Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach real estate markets, buyers should evaluate more than the purchase price. Insurance costs, flood zones, property condition, HOA or condo reserves, waterfront access, and future resale value can all affect the decision. I help buyers compare properties carefully, understand local market conditions, and negotiate strategically so they can purchase with confidence.

Pricing, preparation and presentation are critical when selling a home in Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, or the surrounding South Florida market. Buyers often form an opinion online before scheduling a showing, so professional photography, strong digital marketing, accurate pricing, and a well-planned launch are essential. I help sellers identify the improvements that can create the strongest return, position the property against current competition, and negotiate favorable terms while keeping the transaction organized from listing through closing.

I have represented first-time homebuyers, luxury home sellers, waterfront property owners, investors, landlords, tenants, relocating families, retirees, and international clients. My experience includes single-family homes, condos, luxury rentals, investment properties, and waterfront real estate throughout Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Imperial Point, Coral Ridge, The Landings, Victoria Park, Rio Vista, Lauderdale Harbors, Las Olas and nearby South Florida communities. My clients have also included business owners, executives, attorneys, professional athletes, politicians and public figures.

One recent transaction I am especially proud of involved a rental home in Imperial Point, Fort Lauderdale. After a brief period of cleaning and preparation, we launched the property, generated strong showing activity, and quickly secured a qualified tenant. The tenant was thrilled with the home, and the landlord was equally pleased with the communication, marketing, and outcome. It was especially rewarding because the landlord is a repeat client who continues to trust Ziegelbaum Group with their Fort Lauderdale real estate and property management needs.

I began my real estate career after working in diplomacy and international client service, including serving at the Mexican Consulate in New York City. That experience strengthened my skills in negotiation, discretion, communication, and managing complex situations. After relocating to South Florida, I applied those skills to real estate and co-founded Ziegelbaum Group with my husband, Josh. Today, I help buyers, sellers, investors, landlords, and relocating families navigate the Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, and surrounding South Florida real estate markets with clarity and confidence.

My background combines real estate experience with executive negotiation training through Harvard Business School, international diplomacy, luxury marketing, and bilingual communication in English and Spanish. I have experience advising clients on luxury homes, waterfront properties, condominiums, investment properties, and rentals throughout Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Beach. I also help clients evaluate important South Florida factors such as flood zones, insurance, property condition, waterfront access, condominium reserves, HOA requirements, pricing strategy, and resale potential. This training allows me to communicate clearly, negotiate strategically, and protect my clients throughout the transaction.