Royal Star Corp is a real estate brokerage in Deerfield Beach, Florida, run by broker Rui "Roy" Cunha. Rui helps people buy and sell homes across Broward and south Palm Beach County, and he has been in South Florida real estate since 2003. He speaks English and Portuguese, and he can talk financing, inspections and repairs from experience, not from a script.
Why work with Rui
Most agents know one part of the deal. Rui has worked in almost all of them.
- Since 2003 in real estate. He started as a mortgage broker and founded his own mortgage brokerage, Capax Corp, in 2005. That means he knows what lenders look for before you ever apply.
- Broker since 2010. He earned his real estate license in 2006, became a licensed broker in 2010 and opened Royal Star Corp the same year.
- General Contractor since 2018. As a licensed General Contractor (Capax Construction), he can look at an inspection report or an older condo building and tell you what a repair is likely to involve.
- Corporate background. Before real estate, Rui was an executive at American Express in Brazil and in the US, working in technology and marketing. He brings that same discipline to pricing, marketing and paperwork.
- Bilingual. Every step can happen in English or Portuguese, which helps mixed-language families and buyers who are new to the US.
More about his background on the about page.
Who Rui helps
Local buyers and sellers
Whether you're buying your first condo in Deerfield Beach, moving up to a single-family home in Coconut Creek, or selling a house you've owned for years, Rui works the same streets you live on. His office is on NW 9th Avenue in Deerfield Beach. Sellers can start with a free market valuation on the sell your home page.
Immigrants and newcomers, including Brazilians
Florida has the largest Brazilian-born population of any US state, and Broward is the Florida county where most of them live (Migration Policy Institute, 2026). Many newcomers have steady income but no Social Security number or US credit history yet. Some lenders offer ITIN mortgages for that situation, usually with a larger down payment and a higher rate than a conventional loan, and always subject to lender approval. Rui's years as a mortgage broker help you see early on which path fits your documents.
International buyers
Buyers who live abroad can purchase Florida property without US residency, and much of the process can be done remotely. Rui walks international buyers through financing for foreign nationals, the ITIN, taxes when you later sell, and the real monthly costs of owning here. Buying property does not give anyone a visa or a green card. That's a separate legal process.
How it works
- A first conversation. Tell Rui what you want to buy or sell, your timeline and your budget, on WhatsApp, by phone or in person. No cost, no pressure.
- Numbers before houses. For buyers, that means a lender pre-approval and a realistic monthly payment, including taxes, insurance and HOA or condo fees. Try the mortgage calculator for a first estimate. For sellers, it means a price range based on recent nearby sales.
- The search or the listing. Rui shows you homes that fit or puts your home on the MLS with good photos and a clear description, in front of English- and Portuguese-speaking buyers.
- Offer, inspection and negotiation. This is where his contractor background helps: he can tell you which inspection findings are serious and which are routine.
- Closing. Rui works with the lender and the title company until the keys change hands, and stays available after closing for questions.
For the full buyer process, read the guide to buying a home in Broward and Palm Beach.
Areas served
Royal Star Corp focuses on north Broward and south Palm Beach County, close to the Deerfield Beach office:
- Deerfield Beach: beach condos, 55+ communities and inland single-family neighborhoods.
- Pompano Beach: beach and Intracoastal living, and a large Brazilian community.
- Boca Raton: Palm Beach County suburbs, golf communities and condos.
- Coconut Creek: family suburbs, gated communities and 55+ sections.
- Margate: more affordable inland Broward homes and condos.
- Fort Lauderdale: downtown, canals and high-rise condos.
Rui also helps clients in Miami, Orlando and other Florida markets. See all areas we serve.
FAQ
Is Rui Cunha a licensed real estate broker?
Yes. Rui has held a Florida real estate license since 2006 and a broker license since 2010, and he is the broker and founder of Royal Star Corp in Deerfield Beach. He has also been a licensed General Contractor since 2018.
Can I work with Royal Star Corp in Portuguese?
Yes. Rui is fluent in Portuguese and English, so showings, walking through the contract and calls with lenders can happen in either language. The Portuguese version of this site is at /pt/.
Can I buy a home in Florida without a Social Security number?
Often, yes. Some lenders offer ITIN mortgages for borrowers who file US taxes with an ITIN instead of an SSN. Expect a larger down payment and a higher rate than a conventional loan, and approval is always up to the lender. See the ITIN mortgage guide.
How much does it cost to talk to Rui?
Nothing. The first conversation is free. For buyers and sellers alike, any brokerage commission is agreed in writing before Rui starts working on your purchase or listing.
Which areas does Royal Star Corp cover?
Mainly Deerfield Beach, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek, Margate and Fort Lauderdale, plus other South Florida and Orlando-area markets on request. More answers on the FAQ page.
Talk to Rui
Looking at homes for sale in Deerfield Beach or anywhere in Broward? Message Rui and get straight answers.