Once upon a time, there was a world where a poor girl with the face of a princess met a charming prince and lived happily ever after. But in the modern world, the story is quite different. That poor girl finds happiness through her own achievements. Maqueli, known on social media as Maqueli Florida, was born in a small rural town in Brazil and has become a renowned executive in the United States. Leading two companies she founded, she has generated over 40 million reais in revenue. Now, as one of Florida’s most famous real estate agents, she has sold over 74 million reais worth of properties in just the first half of this year alone. Her success may be attributed to her 5-star rating on Google Reviews and her focus on providing premium service to investor clients. She has also been a large-scale real estate investor since 2013, and she says her scope of property investments has only expanded since then.
A Journey of Success
Maqueli began her career as a model, participating in major beauty contests, including Miss Brazil. This phase opened doors for her to work with major brands like TV Globo, ELLE, Havaianas, L’Officiel, Werner Coiffeur, L’Oreal, and many others. While modeling gave her visibility, it was in the world of investments and real estate where she truly built her legacy.
Graduating in accounting from UNISC and certified as an investment specialist by ANBIMA, Maqueli always had a sharp business sense. Even before moving to the United States, she was heavily invested in real estate in Brazil. In 2019, she moved to Florida under an EB-1 visa, granted only to professionals with extraordinary abilities. Since then, her career has skyrocketed. Maqueli quickly obtained her real estate license and made a name for herself in Florida’s competitive real estate market, particularly among Latin American clients. However, her ambitions extend far beyond personal success, culminating in the creation of a social project in her hometown.
Giving Back: Let Them Talk
Even at the height of her career, Maqueli never forgot her roots. This sense of gratitude and social responsibility led her to create the project “Let Them Talk.” Entirely funded by Maqueli, the program provides underprivileged children in her hometown with the opportunity to learn English, a skill that can be life-changing.
The choice to focus on teaching English was intentional. Maqueli knows from personal experience how mastering a second language can open doors and broaden horizons. English, the language of global business, can be a game-changer for these children, enabling them to dream big and pursue opportunities beyond Cerro Branco. “I know how much English changed my life, and I want to give these children the chance to dream bigger. In addition to learning English, this project also works on their self-esteem, giving them a broader vision of their dreams and future,” Maqueli says.
The “Let Them Talk” project is more than just an educational initiative; it embodies Maqueli’s mission to leave a lasting impact on her community. By funding English education, she is
planting seeds of hope and creating pathways for future generations to overcome the barriers that often limit opportunities for those born in rural and low-income areas.
A Practical Guide to Real Estate Investing for Beginners
Next month, Maqueli will launch her first book in both Brazilian Portuguese and English, titled *A Practical Guide to Real Estate Investing for Beginners*.
Time to Immigrate / Hora de Imigrar
To effectively meet the growing demand from Brazilian investors relocating to Florida, Maqueli has teamed up with the prestigious immigration firm Linhares Law and Julio Silva
– CrossCountry Mortgage to launch the “Time to Immigrate/Hora de Imigrar” initiative (horadeimigrar.com). This project offers a free initial consultation and access to a team of 12 licensed professionals specializing in key areas such as Immigration, Real Estate Investment, Financing, Tax Planning, Financial Strategy, Business Internationalization, Student Planning, Health Insurance, Currency Exchange, and even advice on improving Credit Scores and obtaining a driver’s license.
The project is partnered with LIDE Orlando and its president, Gustavo Prezia. LIDE is recognized as one of the most important business hubs for Brazilian entrepreneurs worldwide. The initiative also features a weekly podcast produced in collaboration with MultiStudios, a podcast studio located inside a shopping mall of the Multiplan chain, the largest shopping center network in Brazil.
https://www.horadeimigrar.com/
