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.

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
For buyers who fly privately, meaningful airport access begins at the residence and ends at the correct passenger entrance. A disciplined route test can reveal more than mileage alone, particularly when FBO arrangements, customs and everyday destinations enter the equation.
October 22, 2026
Sixth & Rio’s setting beside Smoker Family Park offers a distinctive proposition for buyers leaving a house: nearby greenery, private balconies and planned shared amenities, without the ownership or control of a backyard. The decision turns on residence-specific views, usable outdoor space and the practical terms of condominium living.
October 21, 2026
A considered trial stay can reveal whether Fort Lauderdale supports the retirement you want, from daily exercise and social connections to building operations and the true cost of ownership.
October 21, 2026
An unpermitted boat lift calls for more than a permit application. Buyers should establish whether the installation can remain, reconcile municipal and county approvals, examine its physical condition, and negotiate a documented resolution before closing.
October 21, 2026
Turn the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show into a considered residence-search trip, comparing the beachfront, Las Olas, and the 17th Street corridor while keeping marine and property due diligence separate.
October 21, 2026
For Sixth & Rio buyers, the free Water Trolley adds a useful dimension to New River living. Posted hours, estimated waits, stop closures and a Boat Show suspension make advance planning essential for a relaxed evening without driving.
October 21, 2026
A neighboring dock need not derail a Fort Lauderdale waterfront purchase. The essential review separates physical location, permitting, ownership and usable boating space before those assumptions become part of the purchase price.
October 21, 2026
A buyer-focused look at Sixth & Rio’s New River setting, advertised residences and amenities, pricing context, and the contract questions that matter before committing.
October 21, 2026
Andare brings a downtown-first proposition to Las Olas, pairing planned resort amenities with marketed ocean views. For buyers, the essential questions concern everyday walkability, residence-specific sightlines, and the practical terms of ownership.
October 21, 2026
Broward can anchor a lifestyle that extends to Miami and Palm Beach, but the right purchase depends on complete journeys, everyday priorities, and property-level waterfront diligence.
October 21, 2026
A Fort Lauderdale waterfront purchase should begin with the yacht, not the view. Understand how dock depth, bridge clearance, turning room, and the route to Port Everglades determine whether a home truly suits your vessel.
October 20, 2026
A buyer-focused guide to pairing FLIBS 2026 with Fort Lauderdale home tours, from neighborhood shortlists and residential projects to the marine checks that should precede any waterfront purchase.
October 20, 2026
A practical framework for Hallandale Beach owners planning private resale appointments during the 2026 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, with attention to scheduling, financial readiness, condominium diligence, and confidentiality.
October 18, 2026
A considered framework for coordinating a Los Angeles sale with a Fort Lauderdale purchase, aligning household needs, available liquidity, financing, and transaction deadlines.
October 14, 2026
Five Broward residences offer distinct starting points for buyers prioritizing indoor environmental quality and attentive ownership. This shortlist separates wellness promises, unit-specific improvements, and service offerings from the documentation needed to verify performance.
October 14, 2026
A disciplined framework for evaluating Fort Lauderdale resale execution, separating building-specific approval and showing rules from estoppel deadlines, document readiness, and the financial cost of delay.
October 14, 2026
A Fort Lauderdale residence’s service offering is only as useful as its written terms. Look beyond HOA dues to distinguish included amenities from owner-paid housekeeping, concierge coordination, storage rights, and transportation expenses.
October 13, 2026
For Fort Lauderdale condominium buyers, the meaningful comparison is not how many amenities a building offers, but how reliably residents can use them. Peak-season visits, written access rules and unit-specific financial documents reveal more than an impressive inventory.
October 13, 2026
A buyer-focused guide to the legal documents and operating procedures that should clarify retail adjacency, delivery circulation, and resident-arrival privacy at Sixth & Rio Fort Lauderdale.
October 12, 2026