South Florida Community Voice - April 4, 2024

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Stok Kon + Braverman helps bring the popular H3 Business Halacha Summit to Florida In a landmark moment for the local Jewish community, the law firm of Stok Kon + Braverman announces its key sponsorship of the prestigious H3 Halacha Business Summit, now making its inaugural appearance in Florida. This yearly summit, renowned for its gatherings in global cities such as London and Chicago, focuses on aligning business practices with both secular and Torah law, aiming for integrity and righteousness in all dealings.

Florida joins the esteemed ranks of locations hosting the H3 Summit, bringing together business leaders who are committed to conducting their disputes, agreements, and deals in accordance with principles that ensure success in both this world and the next. The summit represents a unique convergence of faith and commerce, providing a platform for like-minded professionals to share, learn, and grow together.

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distinguished role of a Chairman for the H3 Summit. Under his leadership, the event has already seen an impressive number of attendees register and confirm their participation, indicating the community’s strong interest and support for the initiative.

The firm’s involvement with the H3 Halacha Business Summit is part of a broader collaboration with the Kollel of North Miami Beach. Together, they are spearheading the T4 Business Halacha Initiative, an ambitious project aimed at educating and guiding Jewish business leaders through classes, luncheons, international symposiums, and a comprehensive online curriculum covering Choshen Mishpat subjects. This initiative underscores a deep commitment to fostering an understanding and appreciation of ethical business practices rooted in Jewish law.

The anticipation is that the H3 Summit will not only be a singular event but will continue to grow

year after year, going from strength to strength. The H3 Halacha Business Summit is more than just a conference; it is a movement towards creating a global business community that thrives on integrity, respect, and adherence to Torah teachings.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Sunny Isles Beach Synagogue Embeds the Essence of Jewish Traditions into Miami’s Jewish Community Nestled in Miami-Dade County, Young Israel of Sunny Isles Beach is flourishing as a pivotal center for Orthodox Jewish life. This congregation has become renowned for its dynamic approach to fostering community spirit and religious engagement.

A standout event in the synagogue’s calendar, the pre-Purim celebration, vividly illustrates this blend of tradition and community.

Families gathered to create groggers, marking not just a celebration but a reaffirmation of their heritage. “Young Israel of Sunny Isles was delighted to welcome many families to our pre-purim party, where children made their own groggers for the Megillah reading. We greeted new and returning families and were excited by the enthusiasm from kids and parents. A P. 1 8 / T S F C O M M U N I T YVO I C E . C O M

juggling show to remember, gave everyone a reason to laugh and smile. It is exciting to see a community come together for a fun afternoon,” says Leah Volynsky, community member, highlighting the importance of shared traditions in strengthening community ties.

In Miami’s rapidly evolving Orthodox Jewish landscape, Young Israel of Sunny Isles Beach stands out for its

commitment to inclusivity and engagement. The synagogue’s efforts reflect a broader mission: to create a welcoming space where Jewish life and culture not only exist but thrive.

One of the community members, Dr. Judith Mann, sees the synagogue as a crucial part of Miami’s Jewish identity. “This is more than a place of worship,” Dr. Mann. remarks, “it’s a home where we all come together to celebrate, learn, and grow.”

As Young Israel of Sunny Isles Beach continues to innovate and inspire, it cements its role as a cornerstone of Jewish life in Miami, offering a space where tradition and community converge in celebration of Jewish faith and heritage.

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COMMUNITY SNAPS Yeshiva of Miami

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Flash Back to Yeshivat Torat Yosef’s Pre Purim Family Activity with Nursery 2. Morah Sara, Hadassa and Isa developed a beautiful film of the children acting out the Purim story seen by kids and parents during a wonderful family activity. So many smiles and moments of joy.

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REAL ESTATE

Navigating the Dynamic South Florida Real Estate Market: Navigating the New Landscape Post-NAR Settlement

Hello, I'm Avi Werde, a Luxury Real Estate Advisor with The Carroll Group at Compass.

With our team consistently ranked #1 throughout Compass Florida and the top 1% nationally facilitating nearly 6 Billion dollars in home sales - I bring you insights grounded in experience and authenticity, backed by the most up-to-date sources.

Overview: Recent developments in the Real Estate Industry, propelled by a landmark National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement, will institute significant changes for the industry nationwide starting July 2024. This pivotal shift, originating from accusations against NAR (and a few other Brokerages) for colluding to maintain high commission rates via its Clear Cooperation Rule, created to ensure transparency and equal opportunities for all brokers.

Here are the Key changes to Real Estate Practices going forward: 1) Elimination of MLS Compensation Offers: The traditional practice of Agents specifying shared commissions on

MLS listings will go away, requiring buyer's agents to seek alternative compensation methods.

2) Direct Compensation Negotiations: Buyer's agents will need to negotiate fees directly with their clients, potentially making buyers responsible for their agent's commission.

3) Mandatory Buyer Agency Agreements: Effective July 2024, all agents representing buyers will need to sign agreements detailing how they will be compensated for their involvement.

4) Adjustments to MLS Systems: MLS platforms will remove compensation-related fields and ban compensation offers to promote fairness.

How this effects you: Buyers: Prepare for direct discussions with your agent on compensation and ensure clarity on buyer agreement terms.

Sellers: The marketing and sale dynamics of properties may shift; Sellers may no longer be responsible for paying a buyers real estate agent for their

involvement. While this may impact your listing incentives, its advisable to consulting with a real estate professional.

Real Estate Professionals: The necessity to adapt to these changes is essential to continuing to work in the industry. Take the time to get educated on the subject, while adjusting your business models will be crucial for success.

Looking Ahead: Despite these adjustments, our commitment as an industry to provide an exceptional service, remains the same. We view these changes as an opportunity to enhance the transparency and efficiency of real estate transactions. By embracing these new practices, we aim to continue supporting your real estate goals successfully.

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REAL ESTATE

Perception versus Reality

By Shmuel Shayowitz

A Sephardic Jewish man walks into a small community bank in New York City and asks for a loan officer. He tells the banker that he is going to China on business for two weeks and needs to borrow $5,000. The bank officer tells him that the bank will only lend him money with some form of security for the loan. The Sephardi man reaches into his pocket and hands over the keys of his new Ferrari parked on the street in front of the bank. The loan officer readily agreed to accept the car as collateral, and the loan paperwork was executed.

The bank’s president and officers enjoyed a good laugh at the Sephardi Jew’s expense for using a $250,000 Ferrari as collateral against a $5,000 loan. An employee of the bank then drove the Ferrari into the bank’s underground garage and parked it there. Two weeks later, the man returned and repaid the $5,000 plus interest, which totaled $15.41. The loan officer says, “Sir, we are delighted to have had your business, and this transaction has worked out very nicely, but we are a little puzzled. While you were away, we checked you out and discovered you are a multi-millionaire.

What troubled us is, why would you need to borrow $5,000?”

The Jew replies: “Where else in New York City can I park my car for two weeks for only $15.41 and expect it to be available in perfect condition immediately upon my return?”

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home, ate his dinner in 3 mins, and fell asleep in 2 mins. How was yours?”

The second woman had a massive smile on her face. She bragged to her friend that she had the best night with her husband as he swept her off her feet. She happily recounted the evening: “My husband came home and took me out for a romantic dinner. After dinner, we went on a long romantic walk. When we came home, he lit candles all around the house. The night was magical.”

Simultaneously, across town, the women’s husbands were having a discussion of their own. The first man asked about the other’s evening. My night was perfect. He described that he got home on time to find dinner on the table, and after quickly eating, he immediately fell asleep. For him, it was an overall fantastic night.

The other man, the second woman’s husband, had a different experience.

With a troubled look on his face, he narrated to his friend how horribly the night went. He said, “It was a disaster. I came home. There was no dinner. They cut the electricity because I forgot to pay the bill, so I was forced to take her out for dinner. Our meal was a small fortune.”

He went on to explain that he didn’t have anything left after spending so much money on the meal that he couldn’t hail a taxi. He decided that

they should walk home, which took over an hour. To make things worse, when they finally got home, he remembered that the power was still out. He quickly ran in and lit candles all over the house. He jumped into bed and immediately fell asleep out of exhaustion.

Well, there you have it.

Two perfect examples of how perception is not always reality.

These anecdotes underscore a fundamental truth: an individual’s perspectives, biases, and circumstances often shape reality.

What appears straightforward on the surface may mask layers of complexity and subjectivity beneath.

Acknowledging the interplay between perception and reality becomes vital as we navigate an increasingly interconnected and information-rich world. Understanding the complex interplay between perception and reality is essential for navigating an ever-changing world with empathy, insight, and humility, whether in personal interactions, economic analyses, or broader societal narratives.

Shmuel Shayowitz (NMLS#19871) is a respected Real Estate & Finance Executive, Writer, Speaker, Coach, and Advisor. As the President and Chief Lending Officer of Approved Funding, a leading national mortgage banker and direct lender, Shmuel has facilitated over $2 billion of mortgages over the past two decades.

Shmuel’s expertise spans various licenses and certifications, including specialized mortgage underwriter, licensed real estate agent, and accredited coach. His market insights and experience are highly sought after in the real estate, finance and coaching industries. In addition, Shmuel is a seasoned real estate investor and property manager, facilitating thousands of rentals nationwide. Shmuel can be reached at www.approvedfunding.com/ shmuel.

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BUSINESS

Validate Your Inbound Sales

By Going Silent

By Shalom Markman

A call come in from a client of mine. I picked up of course. I’m happy at least it was during business hours although I don’t hold myself to the nine till five doctrine anyways. “Hey, I have a client for you.” It was Issac, a client I had recently brought in, just two months ago. Here he was already bringing me new business.

“Sure, how can I help them?” I asked, secretly delighted to get this kind of call. It was Thursday, and what felt like a long week.

I was about ready to relax with a nice roll of sushi.

Unfortunately, they don’t sell any kosher version of it in my state, so an odd Oreo cookie settled me instead.

“Well,” continued Issac as I now munched in the background, “here’s the deal. They are a new client of mine and a medical company that initiates drug tests. I’m advising them on their billing, and I figured now that you’re who we use, I’d let them know our recommendations.

You’re the one who came to mind. So, what are your prices again?”

Here I was. I couldn’t believe it.

One of the easiest initial sales calls I’ve been on and maybe the shortest too. I have over some pricing options, and we parted ways. The easy part was done.

I got in-front of a new potential client.

Well, sort of.

How do you close this potential client? After all, this deal has yet to currently close, although this now turned prospect has a need that I’m able to fill but I’ve yet to close on this sale.

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up again? How should I follow up again?

Should I follow up again?

Let’s answer these questions one by one. I’ll take my advice here and keep you posted on what eventually happens.

In sales, there’s a difference whether it’s an outbound or inbound lead. With an outbound lead, don’t assume that they remember your conversation by the time they make their next coffee, or in my case, Oreo cookie unfortunately.

As a matter of fact, don’t assume they’re even following your initial conversation.

My advice is to therefore follow up three days later. The way you follow up should depend on how you both approached that initial conversation, and how that follow up topic was discussed. Assume that if you called them on the phone, an email review as a point of reference from your call would likely go far plus it gives you the opportunity to state the facts for the record. How to follow up afterwards is for a different article, but I think a phone call after that secondary

email goes along way.

When dealing with inbound needs, they know that they connected with you. Suffice it to say, they also didn’t forget about you.

It might not be a top priority of theirs, but at the right time, they will consider your prior conversation together.

Therefore, at a minimum, give two weeks of space before even saying boo. Your there to service them, right? This is how you’re servicing them.

You’re giving them decision making space.

Will I be following up with this client? Of course. Will I be following up this week?

No way. Although I can justify a quick reply of “just touching base to see if you have any further questions,” that really won’t be adding value in this scenario.

It simply looks like I’m desperate for the deal. If you’re confident in what you bring to the table, my foot should be off the gas. I’m here to create a relationship through business.

When reaching out almost right away, I’m demonstrating a lack of confidence in my initial conversation together. Give yourself credit that you were the one they got in touch with. You likely helped it along by being a pleasure to deal with in the first place. Validate their decision and don’t doubt your engagement. After all, it worked right before your eyes and got you here in the first place.

Shalom Markman started selling merchant services by door knocking in NYC. He currently lives in Norfolk VA with his family and visits Florida when he gets hungry or brings on a new client. You can find him on LinkedIn.

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By Jamie Geller

� 35MIN DURATION � 27MIN COOK TIME � 8MIN PREP TIME � 4 SERVINGS

ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP

Warm the tummy, warm the soul. Italian Vegetable Soup (spiked with orzo and pesto) and served with cheese bread is the perfect tomato-ey comfort food. Soup is one of my favorite foods, and the Italian Veggie soup is what I fix when I’m “watching” what I eat: that’s when I hold the orzo and the cheese bread.

INGREDIENTS • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 large onion, peeled and coarsely chopped • 2 small zucchini, cut into ½-inch cubes • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 5 to 6 cup vegetable broth • 1 cup frozen cut green beans • 1 cup orzo • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5-ounce) • 1 tablespoon dried oregano • 8 slices baguette or Italian loaf • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese • ¼ cup store bought pesto Jamie Geller is the Chief Media and Marketing Officer at Aish. She is also a bestselling cookbook author, celebrity chef, television producer, and businesswoman. She’s the author of eight cookbooks and the founder of Kosher Media Network.

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PREPARATION 1. Heat olive oil in a medium pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Add onions and sauté 5 minutes. Add zucchini and garlic and sauté 4 more minutes. Add broth, beans, orzo, tomatoes and oregano and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook 14 to 18 minutes or until orzo is cooked and vegetables are tender.

2.Preheat oven to a low broil. Place sliced bread on a large sheet pan. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon cheese on each slice of bread and broil on low until cheese is bubbly and bread is lightly browned.

3. To serve, ladle soup into 4 bowls and top each with 1 tablespoon pesto. Serve with cheese bread

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