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.
Five South Florida developments offer different approaches to household fit, from Brickell residences and penthouses to waterfront estate living, marina access and focused two- and three-bedroom layouts.
October 22, 2026
Unsold developer inventory is not, by itself, a measure of a condominium’s financial health. Buyers should examine assessment obligations, temporary guarantees, reserve funding and the budget that will remain after developer support ends.
October 22, 2026
For Seattle buyers, a Fort Lauderdale residence makes its strongest case as a complementary winter base. A considered purchase also accounts for summer heat, terrace usability, indoor comfort and the practical responsibilities of seasonal ownership.
October 22, 2026
For buyers whose business calendar includes the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, Bahia Mar presents a compelling planned combination of residences, marina infrastructure and hospitality. The purchase decision turns on construction timing, documented access rights and the practicalities of hosting during show week.
October 22, 2026
A larger yacht may work within an existing dock authorization, but unchanged decking is not enough to establish compliance. Buyers should verify the approved layout, vessel capacity, submerged-land permissions and structural suitability before committing.
October 22, 2026
W Pompano Beach pairs a planned owner-exclusive pool deck and club lounge with access to a larger hotel amenity program. The buyer’s test is whether that separation delivers meaningful daily utility at an acceptable total ownership cost.
October 22, 2026
A temporary rental can preserve a family's purchasing flexibility while school admission remains unresolved. The key is to separate boundary eligibility from wait-pool status, establish a confirmed fallback, and align the property decision with school deadlines.
October 22, 2026
A discreet guide to separating buyer representation, developer registration, and broker compensation before a South Florida sales-gallery visit, with practical questions to ask before arrival and before signing.
October 22, 2026
A waterfront purchase does not necessarily carry the seller’s dock rights through closing. Understanding expiration, transfer conditions and renewal risk helps buyers negotiate a contract that protects the intended boating lifestyle.
October 22, 2026
At Auberge Beach, choosing north or south exposure begins with the rooms you actually use. A practical guide to distinguishing tower names from orientation, testing work and sleeping spaces, and assessing terraces from the specific residence.
October 22, 2026
For couples prioritizing generous living areas over additional bedrooms, 1428 Brickell and 3000 Waterside offer the clearest flexible-layout starting points. Bahia Mar and The Perigon add waterfront and lower-residence-count considerations, with floor-plan verification essential to the final choice.
October 22, 2026
Facial-recognition entry deserves the same scrutiny as a condominium’s governing documents. Buyers should verify non-biometric alternatives, understand how facial data is handled, and obtain written answers about consent, deletion and everyday access before committing.
October 22, 2026
For South Florida homeowners, a considered New York business itinerary starts with the meetings that matter, not a fixed weekday rule. Weigh midweek visits, Monday arrivals and purposeful Friday stays against the time you want to protect at home.
October 22, 2026
A buyer-focused guide to balancing private life and business hospitality, from bedroom allocation and discreet circulation to amenity access and the distinction between the residences and the existing Ritz-Carlton hotel.
October 22, 2026
Before joining two luxury condominiums, clarify the master policy, owner coverage, hurricane exposure, flood protection and renovation insurance in writing.
October 22, 2026
An association refinancing deserves the same scrutiny as the residence itself. These five questions help South Florida buyers evaluate debt terms, assessments, structural obligations, lender rights, and contractual protections before closing.
October 22, 2026
Shell Bay could bring junior golf practice closer to home, with championship, par-3 and practice facilities in one private enclave. The family decision turns on access rules, coaching, membership terms and the realities of everyday life beyond the course.
October 22, 2026
For homeschooling families, the right South Florida home balances quiet learning space, a compatible community, and manageable daily travel. A disciplined search begins with the weekly routine, then evaluates the residence around it.
October 22, 2026
From Brickell’s high-rise energy to downtown Delray Beach’s intimate coastal setting, these five South Florida areas put dining, culture, and everyday social opportunities beyond the clubhouse at the center of the home search.
October 22, 2026
A South Florida buyer representation agreement should follow the search, not define it too broadly. Negotiate precise dates, named locations, property categories, and clear exit terms while reviewing how exclusivity and compensation may continue beyond expiration.
October 22, 2026