The Residences at 1428 Brickell kitchen with ocean view and premium appliances—Brickell, Miami; elevated living in luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.
The Residences at 1428 Brickell kitchen with ocean view and premium appliances—Brickell, Miami; elevated living in luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.

The Branded-Residence Premium in South Florida: When It Pays, When It Doesn’t

Branded residences are reshaping South Florida’s ultra-luxury landscape, pairing real estate with hospitality-level service and global name recognition. But the premium is not automatic value. This MILLION Luxury guide breaks down where the uplift tends to come from, what it costs to maintain, and the contract details sophisticated buyers should confirm before closing.

Armani Casa Pompano Beach ultra luxury condos in South Florida offering modern architecture, oceanfront lifestyle, and premium amenities within a preconstruction project.
Armani Casa Pompano Beach ultra luxury condos in South Florida offering modern architecture, oceanfront lifestyle, and premium amenities within a preconstruction project.

EB-5 and South Florida Luxury Real Estate: What Discreet Buyers and Global Families Should Know for 2026

EB-5 capital is increasingly discussed alongside South Florida’s branded and waterfront development pipeline. This guide explains how the program actually works, what changed under the Reform and Integrity Act, and how to evaluate EB-5 exposure when you are considering a New-construction purchase in Miami-beach, Fort-lauderdale, or Pompano-beach.

The Ritz‑Carlton South Beach sunrise skyline over Miami Beach—oceanfront landmark amid luxury and ultra luxury condos; resale.
The Ritz‑Carlton South Beach sunrise skyline over Miami Beach—oceanfront landmark amid luxury and ultra luxury condos; resale.

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.

Villa Miami, Edgewater poolside patio scene with cabanas and skyline glimpses—bayfront lifestyle in luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
Villa Miami, Edgewater poolside patio scene with cabanas and skyline glimpses—bayfront lifestyle in luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

Top 5 Value-Forward Luxury Neighborhoods in Miami: Where Sophistication Still Feels Rational

A ranked, data-anchored look at five Miami-area neighborhoods where pricing, inventory, and lifestyle combine to create a more measured path into South Florida luxury.

The Ritz‑Carlton South Beach sunrise skyline over Miami Beach—oceanfront landmark amid luxury and ultra luxury condos; resale.
The Ritz‑Carlton South Beach sunrise skyline over Miami Beach—oceanfront landmark amid luxury and ultra luxury condos; resale.

South Florida Second-Home Playbook: Lifestyle First, Investment-Grade Discipline

A discreet guide for buyers treating a South Florida second home as both sanctuary and balance-sheet asset, with practical underwriting, tax, and rental-use frameworks.

Armani Casa Pompano Beach ultra luxury condos in South Florida offering modern architecture, oceanfront lifestyle, and premium amenities within a preconstruction project.
Armani Casa Pompano Beach ultra luxury condos in South Florida offering modern architecture, oceanfront lifestyle, and premium amenities within a preconstruction project.

Condo or Villa in South Florida: A Discreet Buyer’s Guide to the True Cost, Control, and Lifestyle

For ultra-premium buyers in South Florida, the condo vs villa decision is less about square footage and more about governance, operating burden, rental flexibility, and tax treatment. This MILLION Luxury guide breaks down what you actually own, what you are obligated to fund, how special assessments can change the math, and why “lock-and-leave” is often the defining luxury. We also outline practical rental and ownership-structure considerations, including IRS personal-use thresholds and FIRPTA, so your lifestyle choice aligns with your investment and compliance priorities.

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