Press & Perspective
The Journal
Reporting, analysis, and the stories shaping South Florida's ultra-luxury market.
Reporting, analysis, and the stories shaping South Florida's ultra-luxury market.
Reporting, analysis, and the stories shaping South Florida's ultra-luxury market.
For a yacht-owning buyer, Coral Gables waterfront value begins with usable access. Bridge clearance, low-water depth, documented slip rights and the practical demands of crew operations can reshape both the ownership budget and the residential shortlist.
September 9, 2026
A non-ranked selection of South Florida penthouses for households balancing school routines, generous living arrangements and discreet service access, with the distinctions that matter before purchase.
September 9, 2026
Ocean Club and The Towers of Key Biscayne offer distinct starting points for a family-focused search. Compare documented amenities and on-site dining, then test school logistics, service hours, and building-level obligations before choosing a residence.
September 9, 2026
An executive’s guide to reviewing transfer rights, deposit exposure, disruption clauses and delivery deadlines when relocating a business to Coral Gables, while keeping residential decisions on a separate contractual track.
September 9, 2026
Ponce Park’s planned services invite a closer look at the operations behind the amenities. Buyers can assess shift coverage, request measurable response standards and examine the budget before treating hospitality language as a purchase commitment.
September 8, 2026
Cora Merrick Park’s reported short-term-rental prohibition points toward end-user ownership. Buyers should verify lease terms, rental availability and guest permissions before treating future rental income or family use as an exit strategy.
September 8, 2026
At The Village at Coral Gables, evaluating the residence also means evaluating the funding sequence. Published deposit schedules, Miami-Dade transfer taxes, and currency exposure make early coordination between counsel, tax advisers, lenders, and closing professionals essential.
September 8, 2026
A disciplined Coconut Grove move begins with the school calendar, then tests real weekday travel, estate access and staff logistics before committing to scarce waterfront inventory.
September 8, 2026
A buyer-focused guide to reviewing humidity control, HVAC operation, dehumidification, maintenance responsibilities, and seasonal unit management at The Village at Coral Gables.
September 8, 2026
For frequent flyers and seasonal owners, Coral Gables convenience is best measured from aircraft gate to residence door. Early diligence should test traffic at difficult hours, chauffeur and valet protocols, and the building systems that protect an unoccupied home.
September 7, 2026
A disciplined relocation file can help Seattle families present a coherent record of South Florida residency, from their home and driver license to voting, vehicles, schools, banking, taxes, and utilities.
September 7, 2026
For Munich buyers, the decisive South Florida comparison is not purchase price alone. Property taxes, association charges, insurance, household services, gratuities, and reserves should be modeled together across multiple years.
September 7, 2026A disciplined review of association governance can expose obligations that are not visible during a waterfront residence tour. Buyers should connect minutes, litigation, contracts, reserves, inspections, insurance, and assessments before releasing contingencies.
September 7, 2026A buyer-focused ranking of five Coral Gables residences with documented concierge, access, climate, backup-power, or resident-service features relevant to seasonal ownership.
September 7, 2026At The Village at Coral Gables, daily discretion depends on how entrances, parking, interior circulation, and household routines work together. Buyers should examine the selected residence plan and governing documents before drawing conclusions about staff access or service movement.
September 7, 2026
For South Florida luxury buyers, school proximity should be measured in lived minutes, not miles. Testing exact campuses at arrival and dismissal reveals route friction that maps can miss, including car lines, school zones, signals, and turn restrictions.
September 7, 2026
A buyer-focused comparison of two distinct luxury condominium service models, with practical guidance for evaluating staffing, gratuities, association costs, and separately billed services.
September 6, 2026A discreet planning guide for private Art Week hosts navigating municipal review, catering compliance, guest privacy, and residential operations across Coral Gables, Miami, and Miami Beach.
September 6, 2026
For Sydney executives establishing a Miami Beach base, the decisive questions are property type, everyday convenience, privacy, and the real travel pattern between home, Brickell, and the airport. South of Fifth offers the strongest all-around condominium proposition, while Sunset Harbour, the northern beaches, and waterfront house enclaves answer different priorities.
September 6, 2026In a luxury condominium purchase, ancillary spaces can materially shape daily life and future marketability. This guide explains how to verify the legal status, costs, control, and resale treatment of parking, storage, owner closets, and cabanas in Coral Gables.
September 6, 2026