Mark Pinilla at Miami Association of Realtors: El Contrato de Alquiler de Florida Y Animals de Servicio Y Apoyo en Espanol

Understanding the Florida Lease Agreement and effectively protecting the landlord, tenant, and Realtor’s interests. Learn what even some of the most experienced veteran real estate agents do not know and where most of the mistakes are made. Learn how to fill in the maintenance section, deal with active-duty military, and more.

This class and visual presentation lecture covers the Florida Lease Agreement intertwined with realtor & property management experiences based on how the lease was written/filled in. The training will cover the lease agreement flow from acquiring a tenant to the closing/move-in and the responsibilities of the Realtors® to their customers.

The Lease Agreement process will include:
• How to write a lease that protects the landlord, the tenant, and the Realtor®.
• Understand the difference between practicing law and being a Realtor®.
• Understanding the importance of naming the parties involved in the lease.
• Deposits and how to properly handle them.
• Understand the maintenance section and how it affects owners and tenants.
• How to handle active-duty military and their special exceptions to the leasing process.
• How to make sure the landlord does not pay for storage.
• Best practices for making sure all the sections are signed and initialed.
• Best practices when dealing with foreign landlords.

BONUS CONTENT:

• Service and Support Animals
• Understand the only questions you can ask a person requesting a reasonable accommodation.
• Understand the kind of documents that can be requested.
• Understand who can provide reasonable or trustworthy documentation as proof of the tenant’s need for a reasonable accommodation.
• Understand why a service or support animal is not a pet.

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How Mark Pinilla Can Help

Mark Pinilla is a top-producing property manager with Keyes Property Management and trainer with nearly 30 years of real estate and property management experience. He supports over 1,000 REALTORS® at The Keyes Company, providing expert guidance on lease agreements, landlord-tenant laws, and compliance best practices.

For expert guidance on lease compliance, contact Mark Pinilla today.

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Progress Over Perfection: Why Done Is Better Than Perfect

Let’s be honest — perfection is exhausting. But when you choose progress over perfection, everything changes. You move faster, smarter, and with more peace.

The pressure to be flawless shows up in our work, our homes, and our goals. But striving for perfection can hold us back.

You’ve likely felt it: the need to do everything just right.
To get 100%, not 91%.
To redo something over and over, even when it’s already good enough.

But here’s the truth:
Progress over perfection isn’t settling.
It’s strategy.

Progress Over Perfection vs. the Pressure to Be Perfect

I once watched a child chase straight A’s with tunnel vision.

She studied constantly, driven by the belief that anything less than 100% wasn’t good enough.
She was brilliant — but exhausted.

Eventually, after honest conversations, she realized something powerful:
An A is still an A, whether it’s a 91% or a perfect score.

That shift freed her. She began focusing on classes where she could truly grow.
She stopped wasting time on chasing what wouldn’t move the needle.

That’s not quitting. That’s intelligence.

It’s what choosing progress over perfection looks like in real life.

Why Progress Over Perfection Wins Every Time

Perfection is paralyzing. Progress is powerful.

Here’s what happens when you let go of being flawless:

You move faster.
You make better decisions.
You stop overthinking and start executing.

When you choose progress over perfection:

You trade pressure for clarity.
Control for confidence.
Shame for momentum.

Are You Focused on the Right Things?

Take a pause and ask yourself:

What are you obsessing over that’s already “good enough”?
What goals have you stalled on because they’re not perfect?
Where can 80% effort give you 100% of the results?

If you’re honest, you’ll see it: some things aren’t worth perfecting.
They’re just worth finishing.

Progress Over Perfection in Action

Here’s a quick audit to get back in alignment:

✅ What’s one task you’ve been over-perfecting? Let it go.
✅ What’s one decision you’ve delayed? Make it today.
✅ What’s one thing you can improve, not perfect? Do that instead.

Momentum beats mastery — especially in the beginning.

Redefining Success

Inspired by Más Que Dinero, success isn’t about being flawless.
It’s about being aligned. About knowing what really matters — and doing that well.

You don’t need to do it all. You need to do what matters.

That’s the shift we all need:
To stop chasing applause and start choosing what truly matters.

Next Steps: How to Embrace Progress Over Perfection

If you’re done letting perfection slow you down, here’s your next step.

🎯 Prioritize the progress that matters.

🎤 Talk to someone about the pressure you’ve been under.
Start with a coach, mentor, or even me.

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Know someone stuck chasing perfect?
Share this with them. Remind them:

Done is better than perfect.
Progress is power.

Sunrise Gratitude – Leading with Gratitude

Join us for a FREE January 30th Sunrise Gratitude Class from 8:00–9:00 AM, led by Ms. Vargas @edgeinbiz, and discover how gratitude can completely shift the way you lead, live, and show up this year. Bring a towel to sit on the sand, a journal, and someone you love (or know who needs this). See you at sunrise to practice gratitude.

How to Start Investing: Earn Up to 100% Employer Match

We hear it everywhere:
“You should start investing.” If you’re looking for a beginner investing strategy, this post walks you through each step.

But for most people, that’s like being told to bake a pineapple upside-down cake. It’s not impossible. It just feels overwhelming without a clear recipe.

If you’re a young adult, married, raising kids, or simply trying to manage your money better, this guide is for you.

Step One: Build a Safety Net First

Before you invest, protect yourself and your family.

Life Insurance
If something happens to you, life insurance replaces your income and protects the people who depend on you.

Emergency Fund
Save 3 to 6 months of essential expenses. This gives you breathing room when life throws curveballs like job loss, medical bills, or car repairs.

Once these are in place, you’re ready to move forward.

Step Two: Take the Free Money First

If your employer offers a 401(k) match, always take it.
This is guaranteed money.

Employer Match	Immediate Return
100% match (dollar for dollar)	100% return
$0.50 cents per dollar	50% return
$0.25 cents per dollar	25% return

Even at 25%, that’s more than double what financial planners expect from the market in a single year.

What Financial Planners Use for Forecasting

Planners use historical averages to estimate long-term growth. These are not guarantees, just benchmarks:

Time Horizon	Estimated Annual Return
20+ years	8 to 10%
10–20 years	6 to 9%
0–10 years	3 to 7% (more volatile)

This is why the employer match is so powerful. It gives you a return before your money even enters the market.

Step Three: Open an IRA

If you’ve maxed out your 401K match, or if your job doesn’t offer a plan, your next step is an IRA.

Traditional IRA

Uses pre-tax money
May reduce your taxable income
Taxes are paid later in retirement

Good if you need tax relief now.

Roth IRA

Uses after-tax money
Grows tax-free
Withdrawals in retirement are not taxed

Good if you expect higher taxes later or want tax-free income.

You can have both, but the total contribution across Traditional and Roth IRAs is capped each year.

Step Four: Consider Annuities (Optional)

If you’ve already maxed out your 401(k) and IRA, some people use annuities to invest more and defer taxes.

Annuities can offer:

Tax-deferred growth
Predictable income in retirement
Lifetime payout options

However, they aren’t for everyone. Always talk with a licensed advisor before adding them to your plan.

Step Five: Know Your FIN and Your Net Worth

Your FIN (Financial Independence Number) is the amount of money you need to retire comfortably without needing to work again.

This number gives you direction:

How much you’ll need
When you could reach it
How much you should invest each month

But here’s the key:
You can’t improve what you don’t measure.

That’s why NAHREP 10 Discipline #6 says:
Know your net worth, including the value of your business.

This should be reviewed every year.

Your net worth is your scoreboard. Your FIN is your goal line. Reviewing both keeps your financial strategy focused, accurate, and relevant to your goals.

Ready to Build Your Strategy?

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start building a real plan, I can help.

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You just need a clear plan and the right guide.

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You Have a Will — Whether You Wrote It or the State Did

🛑 Estate Planning for Hispanic Families

Only 25% of Hispanic homeowners over age 50 have a will or trust — the lowest rate of any demographic in the U.S.

This isn’t just a stat.
It’s a red flag for unprotected generational wealth.

Because when you don’t have an estate plan, the state decides:
🏠 Who gets your home
👨‍👩‍👧 Who raises your children
💰 How your assets are divided
⏳ How long your family waits
💔 And how much it costs them in probate

If you don’t have a will, the state has one for you.
But it won’t reflect your values, protect your legacy, or preserve peace in your family.

And while estate planning is often misunderstood as a “luxury,” it’s actually the foundation of wealth preservation. Especially if you’re a homeowner, a parent, or a business owner.

Here’s what you need to protect your assets:

✅ A Living Will – outlines your healthcare decisions
✅ A Revocable Trust – avoids probate, keeps your affairs private
✅ A Durable Power of Attorney – gives a trusted person legal authority if needed
✅ A valid Will – ensures your wishes are clear and enforceable

🎥 Watch this quick video to see how easy it is to begin:

📩 Ready to protect what matters most?

Contact Mark Pinilla to learn how you can start protecting your assets today.

I’ll show you how to start the process.

💬 Because estate planning isn’t optional. It’s essential for any family building a legacy.

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Manifestation Rewires Your Brain for Success

Manifestation rewires your brain for success, whether you realize it or not. The stories you repeat in your mind shape your beliefs, your decisions, and ultimately the direction of your life.

Inspiration comes in many forms.

Today, mine came from my daughter, through a tattoo.

I’ve never been one for tattoos. I can appreciate the art, but it’s simply not something I would ever do myself. This isn’t about right or wrong. It’s about meaning.

Her new ink reads: “We Chase Misprinted Lies.”

When I asked her what it meant, she said, “We make up stories in our heads about how things are, and those stories keep us from being true to ourselves.”

That stopped me.

The phrase, taken from the Alice in Chains song Nutshell, is commonly interpreted as a reflection of our tendency to chase false beliefs and distorted truths.

And that is exactly where manifestation begins.

Your Mind Is the First Battlefield

Manifestation does not begin in the physical world. It begins in the mind.

Neuroscience shows that the brain responds to repetition, imagery, and emotional association. These inputs form patterns. Patterns become habits. Habits become outcomes.

Change the pattern, and the outcome follows.

As Em on the Brain puts it:
“Reality does not exist in the physical world—it exists in your mind. So when you’re manifesting, what you’re doing is trying to change your mental reality. AKA rewire your brain, so in order to manifest the things you want…”

This isn’t magic. It’s neuroplasticity. You’re not bending reality—you’re bending your beliefs, your focus, and your behaviors into alignment with what you want.

How Manifestation Rewires Your Brain for Success

Manifestation is not wishful thinking. It is structured mental conditioning.

Here are three practical routines that help rewire the brain for success.

1. Visualization Habits That Program the Mind for Action

Visualization has been shown to improve performance by more than 20 percent. People who vividly picture their goals are significantly more likely to achieve them.

The key is to visualize the process, not just the result.

See yourself walking across the graduation stage.
Defending your first case.
Signing the contract.
Driving the car.
Stepping into the role.

Your brain prepares for action through repetition, whether imagined or real.

You are not meant to be a bystander in your own story.
You are meant to be the writer, the producer, and the director of your life’s movie.

2. Scripting Your Future Into Present Reality

Writing shapes belief.

When you write your goals as if they already exist, you align identity with intention.

Common methods include:

Writing the same goal 55 times for 5 days
Writing goals three times in the morning, six in the afternoon, and nine at night
Gratitude journaling written in the present tense

Clarity plus repetition builds belief.

3. Rewiring the Brain Through Your Environment

Your environment is constantly programming your mind.

What you listen to, who you surround yourself with, and what you consume repeatedly shape your internal dialogue.

Choose inputs that support growth.
Reduce exposure to negativity.
Spend time with people who challenge you to be better.

Your mind believes what it hears most often.

Manifestation Rewires Your Brain—Now Live It Out

Most people are living out scripts they never consciously chose.

But you don’t have to keep reading from the same page.
You can pause. You can rewrite the story.
Most importantly, you can take full control—starting now.

Speak new truth.
Visualize the process.
Script your success.
Rewire your thinking.
And take ownership of your story.

Next Steps on Your Journey

If this message resonated, it may be time to go deeper.

Mark Pinilla is a Certified NAHREP 10 trainer who helps individuals and families align mindset, money habits, and long-term direction.

Learn more at:
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You don’t have to have everything figured out.
But you do have to begin.

Better Isn’t Always Best: How to Know What’s Right for You

There comes a point in life when experience becomes your sharpest filter. At 50, I’ve learned that better isn’t always best. Just because something feels improved doesn’t mean it’s right for you—or good for your future.

In the days of old Gran Colombia, a region that once included Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador, there was a well-known phrase:

“La ley se acata pero no se cumple.”
The law is obeyed, but not fulfilled.

People acknowledged the law but often ignored it. They heard it, but they did not live by it. Sometimes this was rebellion. Other times it was survival. In many cases, it was wisdom earned through experience.

I saw this firsthand in South America, where people would run red lights late at night. Not because they were reckless, but because stopping made them vulnerable to robbery or worse. In moments like that, strict obedience could cost you your safety. Context mattered.

This same principle applies far beyond laws.

A Real Story from Ecuador

I lived in Ecuador for a year as part of a study abroad program with students from Oregon. One student stood out. We’ll call her Julie. She was blonde, bubbly, and visibly different from most of the local population.

Julie met a local man who was charming, attentive, and charismatic. Before long, marriage was on the table.

I asked her why she felt so certain.

“He is so much better than my ex,” she said.

Her ex had been physically and verbally abusive. And that was the problem.

Pain had become her point of reference.

Better than your worst does not mean best for your future.

I shared my perspective carefully. I explained that comparing a new relationship to trauma sets the bar dangerously low. Julie deserved more than “not abusive.” She deserved what was right for her long-term growth.

In the end, she made her decision.

They married, moved back to the United States, had a child, and later divorced.

I’m not telling this story to say I was right. I’m sharing it because too often we confuse comfort for clarity and relief for alignment.

Why “Better Isn’t Always Best” in Everyday Life

We all do it.

We compare ourselves to the wealthier person.
There’s the new car, the vacation photos, the growing follower count.
What we don’t see is what’s behind the filter.

Some of the same influencers we admire are breaking down, going broke, or silently drowning in pressure. We see the success, not the sacrifice. The surface, not the cost.

But the truth is, better isn’t always best. Especially when the choice is based on shallow comparisons, past pain, or fear of being alone. We chase progress by looking backward, and that rarely leads to alignment. The appearance of improvement doesn’t guarantee the reality of it.

This is why filtering advice and measuring growth requires clarity—not comparison.

Advice Is Not Truth Until It Is Filtered

As a father, I give advice to my young adult children. I also understand that advice only works when it is chosen, not forced.

The same is true for all of us.

Advice must be filtered.

You must decide if what sounds better is actually right, because better isn’t always best, even when it’s popular advice. What feels good isn’t always what builds you. What feels familiar isn’t always what frees you.

Here’s how to filter what you hear:

Does this advice align with your values, or someone else’s fears?
Does it enrich your life, or simply sound comforting?
Can you trace real results from this advice, or is it just theory?

Good advice is not always pleasant. But it is always constructive.

Your Challenge

Pause before your next decision.

Consider whether you’re choosing from your future or reacting to your past. Are you trying to impress—or to progress? And is the option in front of you truly right, or just better than something that once hurt you?

Better can still be wrong. It is just more comfortable.

Final Thought: Better Isn’t Always Best in the End

Success is not about choosing what looks better.
It is about choosing what is right for you and having the courage to live with that choice.

In the end, better isn’t always best. What matters is what aligns with your future, your values, and your long-term purpose. Choosing what feels familiar or looks safer can keep you trapped in the same cycles you’re trying to grow beyond.

Your life is not built through comparison.
It is built through conviction.

CALL TO ACTION

To explore more insights on growth, clarity, wealth, and legacy, or to discuss how these strategies apply to your life or business, contact Mark Pinilla directly.

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Speed Networking at IKEA Miami

Mark Pinilla Recommends Going!!

Speed Networking at IKEA Miami
A Doral Chamber Signature Event

January 22nd, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Meet over 30-60 Professionals in just 2 hours! Up to 100 in attendance!

Make new business connections and new friends while having fun in a professional setting! This event will include Raffles, Breakfast- Included, Free Parking, and a whole lot of fun!

In this EXCITING Speed Networking event you are given 2 minutes to get to know the other professional across the table. The switch is then made and you get a chance to introduce yourself and your business to the other person. The bell rings then you move to the next position and meet another business professional!

It is practical, real and a whole lot of fun Business Networking!

The DCC’s Speed Networking is part of New Doral Chamber of Commerce. Our primary goal is to help all of our members increase their business through effective networking, while, at the same time provide the communities we serve developmental leadership and developmental mentorship.

The Doral Chamber of Commerce operates on the philosophy that those who give business freely to others will benefit in return and get business as well.

Please feel free to invite any business associates interested in
generating more leads and growing their business!

Register

ExpoMiami 2026

Mark Pinilla Recommends Going!!

Connect with business leaders, expand your network, and grow your company at Miami’s biggest business networking and business expo event.

The Doral Chamber of Commerce proudly presents ExpoMiami 2026, one of South Florida’s premier business expos, bringing together entrepreneurs, companies, and organizations from multiple industries for a full day of connections, exposure, and opportunity.

Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Doral Central Park – Multi-Purpose Room
3005 NW 92nd Ave, Doral, FL 33172

ExpoMiami 2026 brings together business owners, professionals, and decision-makers for a powerful day of networking, brand exposure, and lead generation. Whether you’re launching a new product, expanding your reach, or strengthening your brand, ExpoMiami is the place to be.

What to Expect

✅ Exhibitors from a wide variety of industries
✅ Exclusive networking opportunities with business leaders
✅ Business conferences & expert-led sessions
✅ High-visibility exposure for brands and services

FREE admission for attendees!
Just bring your business cards and get ready to connect with industry leaders.

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Momentum for 2026 Success Requires Action Now

Build Your Momentum for 2026 Success

It’s 2026, and momentum for 2026 success starts with a single push. Whether you spent the holidays relaxing, shopping, or reflecting, that chapter is now closed. Some people ate like bears preparing to hibernate. Others hit the gym. A few turned the mall into a cardio loop, shopping bags doubling as dumbbells.

Now, it’s time to switch gears. You can’t stay parked. This year demands motion if you want to create momentum for 2026 success in your life.

Why Starting Feels So Heavy

To begin with, let’s break down the resistance you’re feeling.

To move a 4,600 lb vehicle from a standstill, it takes up to 70 lbs of force just to overcome static friction. However, once it’s moving, only 30 lbs of effort is needed to keep going. In fact, acceleration requires more, but far less than starting.

Your life works the same way. Launching your goals, whether health, finances, business, or mindset, requires emotional energy. But the moment you act, that resistance drops.

This is the mental physics behind momentum for 2026 success, and why creating it matters so much now.

Don’t Wait for Motivation. Create It.

Most people wait to feel motivated before they act. However, top performers know this truth: motion creates motivation.

Whether your goal is:

Paying off lingering debt
Hitting your first major sales target
Buying your first property
Finally writing your business plan

One thing remains true: you must act first. Once you do, momentum takes over.

Small Pushes Build Momentum for 2026 Success

The best way to create momentum for 2026 success is through micro-movements. For instance, write one line. Make one call. Move for ten minutes. Send one invoice. Post one idea.

Although these actions may seem small, they compound. As a result, they create momentum that multiplies over time.

Eventually, those small steps lead to major wins. Your health, career, and mindset all benefit from consistent movement.

Everyone’s Finish Line Is Different

Importantly, your vision doesn’t need to match anyone else’s. For some, it’s peace of mind. For others, it’s financial growth or physical transformation.

You might be aiming to:

Build healthy routines
Grow a business with purpose
Strengthen family dynamics
Break a generational pattern

Whatever your path, the momentum for 2026 success you create will get you there faster and more confidently.

Push First. Win Later.

Yes, starting is hard. But the truth is, the more you delay, the heavier the resistance becomes.

Once you take action, even a small one, your brain starts shifting from hesitation to execution. Consequently, your environment begins responding. You feel yourself re-aligning with possibility.

This is how you activate true momentum for 2026 success. You are not just moving; you are transforming your identity.

Action Beats Intention Every Time

Many people live in the “I’ll start soon” zone. However, delay turns into drift. Eventually, the year’s gone and the weight of inaction feels unbearable.

Discipline weighs ounces. Regret weighs tons.

If you’re going to carry something this year, let it be momentum, not missed opportunities. Make momentum for 2026 success non-negotiable. Write it down. Build around it.

Ready to Create Momentum for 2026 Success?

You don’t need to figure it out alone.

If you’re ready to get clear, get moving, and stay accountable—Contact Mark Pinilla and let’s build your personalized momentum plan for 2026.

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Stop thinking about momentum. Start building it. Now.