Cayetana Alayza

Hola! Hi! I’m Cayetana Alayza Pérez, and I am originally from Lima, Peru. I am pursuing my Bachelor’s degree in Business and Professional Communication with a minor in Journalism Studies at the University of Central Florida, and I hold an Associate degree from Valencia College.

Specializing in strategic storytelling, corporate communication, and media relations, I bring hands-on experience in AP-style writing, news research, and data-driven feature reporting. As a Contributing Writer covering real estate, market trends, and lifestyle, I translate complex information into compelling narrative assets. I am also an active member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) at UCF.

Communication: Our Most Powerful Strategic Tool

Fear, uncertainty and changes in immigration policies are beginning to have a silent but profound effect on the U.S. real estate market.

After years of navigating inflation and rising construction costs, many foreign and Latino investors are now facing a new layer of hesitation: President Trump’s renewed anti-immigrants measures, which are making them think twice about placing capital in the United States.

The Silent Engine of The Real Estate Market: Immigrants

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Explore a featured selection of my writing work below.
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AD’s Celebrity Real Estate Spotlight Chronicles How Joe Jonas’ Homes Have Marked Stages in His Life | Brokerverse

Joe Jonas, the former Disney star, who’s made a lasting generational impact and continues to fill concert venues today,has also quietly built a real estate portfolio that reflects every chapter of his life.


According to a recent Architectural Digest (AD) feature, at just 18 years old, and having recently finished filming the hit movie Camp Rock, Jonas, along with his brothers, purchased a $2.9M ranch in Westlake, Texas, — their first property.


Inside, the ranch offered far more than a typi...
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Faith, Risk and Real Estate | Brokerverse

When Zuleima Quintero and Nelson Acosta arrived in Orlando, they carried more dreams than plans. What began as a way to rebuild their lives soon turned into a mission to grow through real estate.


Today, the Venezuelan-Uruguayan couple transforms every project into an opportunity for growth and connection.


For Zuleima and Nelson, moving to the United States was more than a change of country — it was a chance to change their lives . Looking for security and a new start, they were attracted t...
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Retirement with Purpose: The Reality of Florida’s Real Estate Market | Brokerverse

For years, Florida has topped the nation’s list of retirement destinations, prized for its sugar-sand beaches, warm weather, and timeless tranquility.


But as coastal prices climb and once-quiet towns grow denser, the concept of a “perfect retirement” is shifting inland. According to the Florida Realtor’s September 2025 report, the statewide median home price has leveled off at approximately $410,000.


Today’s retirees still want peace and comfort, but they’re increasingly focused on stretch...
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Uncertainty Has a Price: This Is How SB 264 Affects the Dream of Buying a Home in Florida | Brokerverse

Florida’s SB 264 law, a sweeping law restricting land purchases by citizens of China and several other countries, is shaping the state’s real estate market far beyond its national-security pitch. 


Since taking effect last year, the measure has derailed deals, scared off international buyers and stirred confusion among agents now navigating compliance rules and shrinking commissions. 


For many would-be buyers who were under the impression they were finally positioned to buy, the SB 264 law...
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The Flip Side of Miami Real Estate | Brokerverse

When we think about lifestyle and housing in Miami, we usually picture luxury homes owned by famous billionaires, oceanfront condos, or modern apartments very close to Brickell. With roughly 60,000 registered agents, according to the Miami Association of Realtors — the largest local chapter in the country — competition among realtors has never been higher.


Unfortunately, new agents are finding it increasingly difficult to sell properties.


What you see on Selling Sunset — luxury open houses...
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Can AI Replace Real Estate Agents? The Human Advantage | Brokerverse

We often hear about AI taking jobs in the near future, and real estate is not immune to that prediction. Recently, there’s been a surge in technological tools — from chatbots that answer client inquiries to online estimators that calculate home values in less time than you expect. However, technology has not yet reached the point of doing what real estate agents do best: connecting with people. Whether it’s an investor searching for value or a family looking for a place to live, human intuition...
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Turning Magic Into Income: An Exploration Into the Investment Opportunities Near Disney World | Brokerverse

Disney parks are Orlando’s main attraction for tourists, drawing an estimated 75.3 million visitors last year. This constant flow of travelers has increased the value of the surrounding neighborhoods, turning them into high-demand zones that attract real estate agents and investors alike.


Many investors are willing to take the risk of looking for properties near the parks, recognizing that location remains the core factor determining both high demand and valuation. Proximity to these parks, a...
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Bad Bunny: The Island’s Golden Asset | Brokerverse

“Soy la estrella de mi isla, por eso e’ que brillo” (“I’m the star of my island, that’s why I shine”), Bad Bunny raps in “Acho PR.” And yes, he did predict it. The 2026 Super Bowl halftime headliner turned San Juan into more than a tourist destination; he transformed it into a major economic stage for investors.


With his 31-day residency, called “No me quiero ir de aqui” (I don’t want to leave here), in his native Puerto Rico, Bad Bunny has made this island stand out as an example of how pop...
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South Florida’s Persistent Attraction: Why Investors Still See It as the United States’ Safest Economic Place | Brokerverse

With the ongoing political and economic crisis hitting the United States, South Florida, Miami and its neighboring cities, remain prime targets for international investors. Although experts warn that rates and political uncertainty are slowing Latin American investment, growth in cities like Miami continues to expand opportunities and expectations across the real estate market. 


Monica Vasquez, president of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the United States and general manager of Abanca USA...