The First-Year Checklist After Buying a New Luxury Condo (From HOA Meetings to Homestead Filing)

A discreet, buyer-focused first-year checklist for South Florida luxury condo owners, covering insurance, taxes, governance, inspections, reserves, and documentation that protect lifestyle and capital.

Branded Residences in South Florida: The 2026 Case for Service, Scarcity, and a Smarter Luxury Premium

Branded residences are scaling globally, and South Florida sits at the center of the North American story. For buyers, the appeal is less about a logo and more about predictable service, amenity standards, and resale clarity in a market where luxury lifestyles are increasingly multigenerational. This MILLION Luxury editorial breaks down why the branded model commands a premium, what to scrutinize in the operating structure, and where Miami-beach demand is concentrating as new product comes online.

Resilience as Luxury: What South Florida Buyers Should Know About Code, FORTIFIED Standards, and Storm-Season Upgrades

In South Florida, resilience is no longer a back-of-house conversation. It is a value driver that shapes purchase decisions, insurance outcomes, and day-to-day livability, especially along Oceanfront corridors where wind, water, and power continuity matter most.

Condo Fees, Reserves, and Special Assessments: A 2026 Due‑Diligence Playbook for South Florida Luxury Buyers

Rising insurance, mandatory structural reserves, and tighter governance rules have shifted the true cost of condo ownership in South Florida. This MILLION Luxury guide explains how milestone inspections and Structural Integrity Reserve Studies reshape monthly budgets, why special assessments hinge on process as much as price, and what disciplined due diligence looks like in today’s luxury resale market.