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IMS Consulting & Management.

IMS is a boutique real estate consulting and property management specializing in the sale and management of short-term investments properties catered exclusively to savvy higher net-worth investors looking to diversify their capital in passive investments that yield great returns.

Mission Statement

“To provide guidance to our clients on the most intelligent approach to invest in the real estate market by combining 30 plus years of expertise in valuation/brokerage/management with strategic partners, creating a full service team that is with you every step of the way.”

Who We Are

IMS Consulting & Management is a South Florida-based company that specializes in the sale and management of short-term investment properties. The company caters exclusively to higher-net-worth individuals looking to invest passively in real estate assets that offer higher returns than traditional long-term rental investments. At the moment, the company is focusing on acquiring properties in the greater Ft Lauderdale area, including Las Olas, Pompano Beach, Ft Lauderdale Beach, Coral Ridge, Lauderdale by the Sea, Lighthouse Point, Hillsboro Beach, and Deerfield Beach. The company’s mission is to provide its clients with a hassle-free investment experience. Their team of experienced professionals handles everything from property acquisition to management and maintenance, allowing investors to sit back and watch their returns grow without the stress of managing the property themselves.

Corporate Profile

What we do.

We seek out investment opportunities in an array of commercial sectors in the South Florida real estate market that we have determined to be solid investments with long term growth that provide a strong return on an annual basis. We take a hands-on approach by representing our clients in the acquisition, stabilization and full management of the investment. Our success is derived from our team of experts in each facet of the investment.

What we offer.

We provide our clients a road map & a strategy to invest their capital in income producing real estate that will generate a strong return ensuring a passive role in the investment. We handle everything!

What we focus on.

Over the past several years, our focus has been on short term rental opportunities in residential (vacation homes) and multifamily properties on the water or near the beach primarily in the greater Fort Lauderdale market.

Why Invest in the Greater Fort Lauderdale Area.

Broward County has emerged as an economic powerhouse that shows no sign of slowing down. Greater Fort Lauderdale boasts a high quality of life and a reputation as a gateway to the global economy. The county’s job creation, consumer confidence and disposable income are above the national and state averages, and it’s well-positioned to weather any storm thanks to its robust sectors, including marine, tourism and real estate.

Our Team

Israel Salabarria

Israel Salabarria

President, CEO

Cathy Salabarria

Super Host

Felix Mendoza Marketing Director

Felix Mendoza

Marketing Director

Bella May

Concierge

Israel Salabarria

Israel Salabarria

President, CEO

Israel Salabarria’s expertise in the Florida Real Estate Luxury Market spans over 30 years in both commercial and residential real estate sales, appraisal, and property management. His niche as a market expert in those fields was acquired advising both local and foreign investors to meet and surpass their investment goals. Israel focuses on valuation and analysis, all while helping clients grow their wealth and maximize their tax advantages. As both a certified general appraiser, real estate broker, and also active investor, Israel has a unique market understanding and perspective not often found in the industry. By combining his extensive appraisal and management experience with his three decades of brokering real estate transactions, Israel is well-positioned to advise foreign and local clients alike on the investment opportunity that best fits their needs. He has comprised a team of strategic partners that include CPAs, attorneys, financial lenders, and wealth managers to provide clients a 360° view of their investment potential.

cathy Salabarria

Super Host

Catherine Salabarria has been managing real estate for over 25 years, for clients and personal portfolio alike. She has been a licensed real estate agent since 2016, brokering many transactions during that time frame. Her chosen profession out of college as a special needs teacher, taught her from an early age on how to deal with people from all walks of life. Cathy’s focus and tireless work ethic combined with her experience has proved most beneficial to clients in both short term and long term management alike.

Felix Mendoza Marketing Director

Felix Mendoza

Marketing Director

Along with a vision of providing exceptional marketing strategies, Felix Mendoza has been able to apply his vast technical knowledge and design experience to create the best Marketing plans that both inspire and work. Felix brings over 20 years of experience and wisdom to IMS Consulting & Management. Acting as former Marketing Director for local real estate companies including Opulence International Realty, Brown Harris Stevens, and Engel & Völkers Miami, he prides himself on having worked with some of the most respected sales professionals who know what it’s like to create Marketing campaigns that yield returns while staying on brand, on message, and on budget.

Felix’s expertise includes website development, graphic design, illustration, 3D modeling, video editing, print production, social media marketing, and digital marketing. He graduated from Miami International Fine Arts College with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Animation. Felix taught Graphic Design and Web Design at Lindsay Hopkins Technical College in the early 2000s. Combined with knowledgeable backgrounds and experience, Felix and IMS Consulting & Management have joined forces to create a collective that provides solid marketing support and services for investors with varied resources and goals.

Bella May

Concierge Services

My name is Bella May. Im from beautiful Fort Lauderdale. Starting my unforseen career in the hospitality business at the young age of 14. Now I have 21 years experience in most bar/restaurant environments. I was with Darden for 6 years resulting in becoming a corporate trainer and opening new locations. I have worked high volume at dance clubs, every kind of private party you can think of, dive/local bars, even some festivals like Tortuga and a couple of concerts. I’ve loved to host and organize fundraisers to raise money also. Fostering for animals in need for several years now and they can always use donations. So I help them get them!

Over the years I have become a regular call for private events so finely I got smart and decided to open Mixin’ Vixen. It is amazing having creative freedom and presenting my clients with fun cocktails and such for their events! Along with my upbeat personable personality, it makes for a great party! Remembering names and favorite cocktails of guests and customers has always been a gift that never goes unnoticed. I’m so grateful to have so many loyal friends and customers. Creating new relationships are my favorite. I always look forward to building the best repor with everyone I meet. This mindset has always made me a “favorite” bartender and great at what I do!