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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.
A buyer-focused look at the residence-level qualities, service rights, club privileges and carrying costs that could support long-term appeal at The Residences at Mandarin Oriental Boca Raton, without assuming a proven resale premium.
September 10, 2026
A practical guide to entertaining in West Palm Beach, from intimate private rooms and restaurant buyouts to the catering permissions, event terms, and reservation details buyers should confirm before committing.
September 10, 2026
A serious Aria Reserve Miami purchase requires more than a price-per-square-foot comparison. Examine interior measurements, unit-specific assessments, staffing coverage, amenity operating arrangements, insurance and reserve funding before deciding what the residence is worth to you.
September 10, 2026
For buyers who entertain, the distinction between an attractive gathering space and a usable private-event program is essential. Compare the advertised dining services at these two residences, then verify vendor access, reservation rights, costs and restrictions in writing.
September 10, 2026
A residence-level guide to Palm Beach’s quieter-living candidates, distinguishing low density, private elevator arrival and dedicated service circulation from actual acoustic protection.
September 10, 2026
At Continuum on South Beach, a penthouse or extensively redesigned residence deserves more than a building-wide price comparison. Buyers should distinguish closed sales from asking prices and examine how views, layouts, terraces, finishes and property rights support the valuation.
September 10, 2026
For a multigenerational move from Doha to Key Biscayne, the right residence must do more than accommodate everyone. Its layout, occupancy rules and daily logistics should protect family privacy, welcome guests and support a workable caregiver arrangement.
September 10, 2026
The March 2026 court vacatur removed the filing obligation under FinCEN’s residential real estate rule while the order remains operative. For buyers considering an entity or trust purchase at 1428 Brickell, the distinction between contract signing and closing remains essential.
September 9, 2026
A buyer-focused ranking of five penthouse offerings, presentations and comparisons, with Rivage as the Bal Harbour new-construction focus, Oceana as a completed-building benchmark and St. Regis Miami as an outside-area reference. Rooftop amenities are documented; legal roof rights and mechanical separation remain unverified.
September 9, 2026
For buyers at The Delmore Surfside, the payment calendar is only half the deposit-protection equation. Understanding construction-release permissions, the statutory 10% threshold, and refund remedies is essential before committing capital.
September 9, 2026
Before closing on a new-construction condo in Las Olas, confirm the written rules that shape daily life: pet weight calculations, assistance-animal accommodations, visiting privileges and leasing restrictions. A disciplined review also connects those policies to governance, carrying costs and future buyer compatibility.
September 9, 2026
Shore Club and W Pompano invite a closer look at what residential service actually delivers. For buyers, the meaningful comparison turns on dedicated staffing, included versus billable services, gratuity policies, and a fully itemized annual ownership budget.
September 9, 2026
Mr. C Residences Boca Raton prohibits short-term rentals, but that boundary does not settle longer-term leasing or guest privileges. A buyer-oriented look at the documents and distinctions that determine practical ownership flexibility.
September 9, 2026
For Aspen buyers considering Miami Beach, closing preparation begins with the location, currency, and ownership of purchase funds. Aligning conversion, proof of funds, bank documentation, and confirmed escrow receipt creates a more controlled path to ownership.
September 9, 2026
For collectors considering Sunny Isles Beach, the strongest residence is the one that accommodates the collection in practice. Muse offers a documented service-elevator feature, while delivery permissions, installation approvals and environmental performance require property-specific diligence.
September 9, 2026
A discreet buyer’s framework for tracing condominium ownership, reviewing entity filings, addressing trust-related questions, and confirming closing-date FinCEN obligations without assuming a reporting pause.
September 9, 2026
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
For a Paris-based buyer considering South Flagler Drive, the right residence strategy joins architectural appeal with tested airport transfers, documented absence management, and a realistic delivery timetable. South Flagler House offers a framework for that evaluation, not a shortcut around it.
September 9, 2026
A buyer-focused look at Surfside’s financing history, condominium documentation and portfolio mortgage considerations, separating development-level lending from the approvals that matter for an individual residence.
September 9, 2026
Regalia’s oceanfront setting should be evaluated separately from a yacht owner’s shoreside logistics. This buyer’s guide explains what to confirm about tender transfers, off-site berthing, crew credentials and provisioning before committing to a residence.
September 9, 2026