# Miami Beach Loses Population (-13%) While Jacksonville Grows (18%) by Olivia Ramos Feb. 14, 2025 Introduction: Deepblocks’ Early-Stage Analysis Pipeline We’re excited to share two new AI-generated reports from our Deepblocks AI analysis pipeline, which aims to provide real-time real estate insights for every city in the United States—all at once. These two articles focus on opposite ends of the population spectrum in Florida: Miami... --- # Miami Beach Will Flood from Biscayne Bay, Not the Atlantic Ocean by Olivia Ramos Feb. 11, 2025 Introduction: A Reality Check on Miami’s Flood Threat In our previous post, we showcased an AI-generated image depicting Miami Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive fully submerged, with amphibious cars cruising where streets once stood. While that vision reflected a broader concern about sea-level rise in Miami, our latest Deepblocks software analysis... --- # AI Predicts Miami Will Need Cars That Drive on Water by Olivia Ramos Feb. 07, 2025 A Surreal Glimpse of Miami’s Future? Recently, an AI-generated image showed Miami Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive submerged, with cars gliding over the water instead of asphalt. What’s most intriguing is that this image was produced using a single-word prompt—“Miami.” No additional context, no mention of climate change or amphibious vehicles... --- # Teaching AI to Understand Proximity: A Game Changer in Real Estate Development by Olivia Ramos Aug. 22, 2023 Understanding and leveraging proximity can create value in unexpected ways. When we teach an AI agent to understand this concept, it opens up a whole new dimension of possibilities, especially when analyzing and comparing lists of properties. The Intelligence of Proximity Every piece of data we gather adds intelligence to... --- # Urban Density and Affordability: Balancing Opportunity in Secondary Markets by Olivia Ramos Aug. 18, 2023 Exploring the link between high-density zoning, QCT Zones, and Opportunity Zones in selecting secondary markets. Another curious factor in choosing secondary markets, beyond their proximity to primary markets, is the correlation between the potential for high-density zoning in areas designated as QCT Zones and Opportunity Zones. Examining the precarious situation... --- # Strategic Selection of Secondary Markets: A Focus on Growth Opportunities by Olivia Ramos Aug. 16, 2023 Selecting secondary markets for investment or development is a complex task, especially given the thousands of cities to evaluate. A well-considered strategy must be at the heart of the selection process. A combination of high buildable area and a relatively lower median income might present a viable formula for identifying... --- # Uncovering Miami's Central Business District: A Deep Dive into Property Unit Allowances by Olivia Ramos Jul. 25, 2023 Visualizing Property Distribution: Understanding Our Chart and Its Implications As we continue our exploration of Miami's Central Business District, we've generated a bar chart that presents an intriguing breakdown: the distribution of properties based on the number of units they are permitted to house. This visual representation allows us to... --- # Navigating the Complexities of Miami's Zoning: A Deep Dive into Unit Allowances by Olivia Ramos Jul. 22, 2023 Deciphering Zoning Allowances through Visual Data Navigating the labyrinth of zoning regulations can be complex, particularly when it comes to understanding the impact of overlays and base zoning designations on potential unit allowances. To demystify this topic, we've created a bar graph, which offers a clear comparison between the total... --- # Demystifying Zoning Categories in Miami: A Comparative Analysis of Unit Allowances by Olivia Ramos Jul. 20, 2023 The exploration of Miami's zoning continues, and this time, we're examining a critical component: the total units allowed within different zoning categories. A visual representation has been created to provide an intuitive comparison between three categories: All Overlays, T6 (No Overlay), and D1-T5 (No Overlay). Understanding the Categories and their... --- # Predicting the Timing of Downturns in the Florida Construction Industry by Olivia Ramos Mar. 10, 2023 How Can Machine Learning Help Investors Time Their Entry into the Florida Market? Deepblocks is using machine learning to predict the timing of local downturns and bottoms in the construction industry. By using construction activity as a proxy for economic trends, predictions could be a valuable tool for investors to... --- # Comparing the Recovery of Florida Cities from the 2008 Financial Crisis in the Construction Industry by Olivia Ramos Mar. 09, 2023 Assessing the Impact of the 2008 Financial Crisis on Florida's Construction Industry The construction industry experienced a sharp downturn during the financial crisis of 2008. Construction peaked between 2005 and 2008 before drastically declining. Tampa peaked first in 2005, followed by Jacksonville and Tallahassee in 2006, and Orlando and Miami... --- # Exploring the Benefits of High-Density Construction in Florida Cities by Olivia Ramos Mar. 08, 2023 The Benefits of Density on the Economics of Urban Areas Density has economic benefits: High-density cities are often associated with vibrant economies, as they attract a diverse range of businesses, workers, and consumers. This can create more job opportunities, higher wages, and greater access to goods and services.