WHO WE ARE

At Habitat Group, we create, develop and manage
Real Estate investments in Miami, FL

WHAT WE DO

We are a passionate and committed team leading the revolution in the Miami real estate market. Our mission is to empower our investors with deep knowledge and unparalleled experience, so they can execute Miami Real Estate transactions exceptionally. We look forward to sharing with them the fruits of professional, strategic and innovative investments, which will not only transform their future, but redefine expectations in this dynamic and prosperous sector.

Our steps

Analize the Real Estate market

With 20 years of experience in Brickell and Little Havana, we are a team of real estate analysts and specialists who master pricing, cycles, supply, zoning and market conditions. We detect innovative opportunities, select strategic investments in hotels, offices, residences and businesses, and manage the entire process, from due diligence to final negotiation.

Aquisition Strategy

At Grupo Habitat, we manage the structuring of projects from start to finish. From creating legal companies to presenting investment opportunities to our select investors, everything is under our control.

Product Definition

At Habitat, we design projects from their conception, defining products, concepts and brands that stand out. We analyze the competition, establish competitive prices and optimize investment. We then drive commercialization with marketing strategies, using our strong connections with investors and the media. In addition, we manage social media and public relations for effective impact.

Development

Our team of architects and contractors covers the entire process, from design to approval, permits, inspections and licenses. We make your project become a reality.

Management and Operation

Habitat Group not only build, but we manage to achieve success. Habitat Management manages office, commercial, residential and shopping center projects, while Habitat Hotel optimizes operations, including logistics and sales, to generate maximum performance. Our ultimate goal is to generate income stability and exceptional investment opportunities.

Executing the project's final sale

When our project reaches its maximum profitability potential, we present it to family offices, private equity firms and real estate investment funds for final sale. Our expert real estate agents are masters of negotiation to ensure the maximum return on your investment.

Santiago Vanegas

FOUNDER, CEO & PRESIDENT

Santiago Vanegas is the Founder, CEO, and
President of Habitat Group, a leading Miamibased real estate asset management firm. An economist from Universidad del Rosario, Colombia, Santiago arrived to Miami in 2000, beginning his career in the real estate industry as Financial Manager for Fortune International Group.

He founded Habitat Group in 2005, eventually expanding the firm’s portfolio to include four branches offering specialized services, including: Habitat Development, an expert in the construction and remodeling of properties; Habitat Reality, which focuses on analyzing the real estate market in search of the best properties and investment opportunities; Habitat Management, which focuses on the management of company assets; and Habitat Hotel, the hotel operations system.

Throughout his time in the industry, Santiago has worked on a number of notable projects,
including: Habitat Residence 1 & 2 located in
Brickell, Historic Miami River Hotel, Brickell Ten, the Jefferson Hotel, and Le Parc in Colombia.

Santiago has worked generate better urbanism by evolving parks and mixed-use outdoor spaces through land acquisition and assemblage. His greatest career milestones thus far include the completion of Smart Brickell and the Jefferson Hotel.

“Throughout my career, I’ve put a strong focus on developing projects that will serve a purpose beyond your average development. My goal is to provide a higher quality of living while also evoking change for residents who strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle” 

“Throughout my career, I’ve put a strong focus on developing projects that will serve a purpose beyond your average development. My goal is to provide a higher quality of living while also evoking change for residents who strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle”

WHAT WE DO

We are a passionate and committed team leading the revolution in the Miami real estate market. Our mission is to empower our investors with deep knowledge and unparalleled experience, so they can execute Miami Real Estate transactions exceptionally. We look forward to sharing with them the fruits of professional, strategic and innovative investments, which will not only transform their future, but redefine expectations in this dynamic and prosperous sector.

Our steps

1- Analize the Real Estate market

With 20 years of experience in Brickell and Little Havana, we are a team of real estate analysts and specialists who master pricing, cycles, supply, zoning and market conditions. We detect innovative opportunities, select strategic investments in hotels, offices, residences and businesses, and manage the entire process, from due diligence to final negotiation.

2- Aquisition Strategy

At Grupo Habitat, we manage the structuring of projects from start to finish. From creating legal companies to presenting investment opportunities to our select investors, everything is under our control.

3- Product Definition

At Habitat, we design projects from their conception, defining products, concepts and brands that stand out. We analyze the competition, establish competitive prices and optimize investment. We then drive commercialization with marketing strategies, using our strong connections with investors and the media. In addition, we manage social media and public relations for effective impact.

4- Development

Our team of architects and contractors covers the entire process, from design to approval, permits, inspections and licenses. We make your project become a reality.

5- Management and Operation

Habitat Group not only build, but we manage to achieve success. Habitat Management manages office, commercial, residential and shopping center projects, while Habitat Hotel optimizes operations, including logistics and sales, to generate maximum performance. Our ultimate goal is to generate income stability and exceptional investment opportunities.

6- Executing the project's final sale

When our project reaches its maximum profitability potential, we present it to family offices, private equity firms and real estate investment funds for final sale. Our expert real estate agents are masters of negotiation to ensure the maximum return on your investment.

Santiago Vanegas

FOUNDER, CEO & PRESIDENT

Santiago Vanegas is the Founder, CEO, and
President of Habitat Group, a leading Miamibased real estate asset management firm. An economist from Universidad del Rosario, Colombia, Santiago arrived to Miami in 2000, beginning his career in the real estate industry as Financial Manager for Fortune International Group.

He founded Habitat Group in 2005, eventually expanding the firm’s portfolio to include four branches offering specialized services, including: Habitat Development, an expert in the construction and remodeling of properties; Habitat Reality, which focuses on analyzing the real estate market in search of the best properties and investment opportunities; Habitat Management, which focuses on the management of company assets; and Habitat Hotel, the hotel operations system.

Throughout his time in the industry, Santiago has worked on a number of notable projects,
including: Habitat Residence 1 & 2 located in
Brickell, Historic Miami River Hotel, Brickell Ten, the Jefferson Hotel, and Le Parc in Colombia.

Santiago has worked generate better urbanism by evolving parks and mixed-use outdoor spaces through land acquisition and assemblage. His greatest career milestones thus far include the completion of Smart Brickell and the Jefferson Hotel.

“Throughout my career, I’ve put a strong focus on developing projects that will serve a purpose beyond your average development. My goal is to provide a higher quality of living while also evoking change for residents who strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle” 

“Throughout my career, I’ve put a strong focus on developing projects that will serve a purpose beyond your average development. My goal is to provide a higher quality of living while also evoking change for residents who strive to live a more sustainable lifestyle”

Our team

Our team is made up of experts from a variety of fields, incuding real estate, asset management, property management, hospitality, finance, marketing and architecture.
Aníbal Roa
INVESTMENT PARTNER
Andrés Felipe Roa
INVESTMENT PARTNER
Ana María Vélez
INVESTMENT PARTNER
Santiago Cordovez
INVESTMENT PARTNER
Mauricio Behar
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Claudia Serna
VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Ileana Alvarado
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Margarita Chona
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Leidy Moreno
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Sandra Rios
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Monica Shayet
COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Johanna Elias
MARKETING & SALES
Judith Mora
MARKETING & SALES
Javier Motta
REAL ESTATE BROKER
Martha Ledesma
INTERNATIONAL ADVISOR
Jovany Iza
INTERNATIONAL ADVISOR
Johana Sanchez
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
Alberto Navarro
VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Natalia Borrero
HOTEL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Lady Arenas
HOTEL OPERATIONS ASSISTANT
Olga Castaño
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Luz Mery Salgado
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Ricardo Montes

PROJECT MANAGER

Mariana Garcia

PROJECT MANAGER INTERIOR DESIGN

Alberto Jimenez

JUNIOR ARCHITECT PROJECT MANAGER

William Marcelo
GENERAL SUPERINTENDENT

This Business unit’s expertise in the construction and remodeling of properties allows us ti ensure the success of each project. We take special care of the management process, keeping in mind quality and permanent search to improve returns. Thanks to our team of architects and engieneers, we are able to comply with execution times by
controlling and optimizing budgets.

– Project Feasibility Study
– Project Consulting and Development
– General Contractor Services
– Zoning Analysis
– Issuance & Procurement of Licenses

Our Habitat Management team is in charge of the everyday management of each one of our assets. Our operational experience and abilities are key to reach the proposed financial objectives for each property.

– Integral Management of Commercial & Residential
Properties
– Consulting upon Occupancy Rates
– Assessment of the Property Value
– Integral Tenant Service Management
– Market Research
– Product Budget Management
– Property Maintenance and Inspection
– Property Financial Management Services

Habitat Hotel is in charge of the day-to-day Hotel Operations, together with guests relations services and the management of customers experiences. We manage the development and execution of the marketing strategy in order to comply with the proposed financial objectives for the investment.

– Hotel Operations
– Third-Party Hotel Management
– Strategy for High Occupancy Rates
– Sales and Marketing Strategies
– Assessment of Rates vs. Value

Our Realty Division is in charge of permanently analyzing the real estate market in search of the best properties representing investment opportunities. Our team focuses on Miami and are specialists in specific areas such as Downtown, Brickell, Key Biscayne, and Little Havana.

– Comparative Market Analysis
– Marketing Plan
– Generation of the Property Presentation Package
– Best Use Analysis
– Search of Properties and Agenda Management
– Property Listing and Promotion within the market
– Market Analysis of the Moment in order to Optimize
Returns

HABITAT GROUP

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