The Delmore, Surfside Miami architectural façade framed by palms—iconic design for ultra luxury and luxury condos; preconstruction.
The Delmore, Surfside Miami architectural façade framed by palms—iconic design for ultra luxury and luxury condos; preconstruction.

How to Vet a Miami Luxury Developer: Track Record and Red Flags

Buying a Miami luxury condo in pre-construction is a bet on the developer’s ability to finance, build, and stand behind the promise. From lender strength and contractor caliber to design fidelity and warranty behavior, the right due diligence protects both lifestyle and capital. This guide outlines the non-negotiables: how to evaluate a developer’s track record, identify financing and timeline risks, test construction quality, and spot the red flags that sophisticated buyers should never ignore.

The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Brickell Key Miami residence exterior—bayfront setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Brickell Key Miami residence exterior—bayfront setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

Miami New Construction Contract Guide for Luxury Buyers

Miami’s most coveted new towers are sold off plans, years before delivery, on contracts drafted to favour the developer. This guide unpacks the journey from reservation to closing, explains milestone deposits, outside dates, force‑majeure protections and developer fees, and highlights the clauses that matter most in projects such as St. Regis® Residences Brickell, Bentley Residences Sunny Isles and Waldorf Astoria Residences Downtown Miami, so you can pair resort‑grade living with institutional‑grade due diligence.

Brickell, Miami, Florida waterfront skyline and baywalk—vibrant zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.
Brickell, Miami, Florida waterfront skyline and baywalk—vibrant zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.

How to Buy a $5M+ Pre-Construction Condo in Miami

Miami's next generation of branded, ultra-luxury towers has made buying a $5M plus pre-construction condo a sophisticated, multi-year strategy. This guide explains how to choose the right neighborhood and project, navigate deposits and construction timelines, negotiate fees and finishes, and protect your position so your new Miami residence delivers both an exceptional lifestyle and a resilient long term asset.

The Perigon Miami Beach aerial of Miami Beach coastline and towers—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.
The Perigon Miami Beach aerial of Miami Beach coastline and towers—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.

The Allure of New Construction for South Florida’s Luxury Condo Buyers

South Florida’s elite condo buyers are increasingly focused on brand-new, architect-driven towers that deliver turn-key residences, resort-level amenities, advanced safety, and hotel-caliber services. This article explains why many refuse to consider Resale homes at all and how New-construction and Pre-construction offerings in Miami-beach and Brickell are reshaping the definition of luxury living. We also outline what sophisticated buyers should prioritize when selecting a future-proof residence in the region’s most coveted waterfront neighborhoods, from private elevators to next-generation wellness, technology, and sustainability features.

St. Regis Brickell tower on Biscayne Bay—Brickell, Miami skyline and waterfront—signature luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.
St. Regis Brickell tower on Biscayne Bay—Brickell, Miami skyline and waterfront—signature luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction.

Negotiating South Florida New-Development Purchases: Upgrade Credits, Closing Costs & Timing Strategies

Buying into South Floridas newest towers is about far more than paying the developers headline price. In a market defined by branded residences, private service and next generation amenities, sophisticated buyers focus on the net value of the package: upgrade credits, closing cost incentives, deposit terms and lifestyle perks. This guide explains how high end developers think about price integrity, where they are most flexible, and how to use timing, leverage and expert representation to secure a materially better new development deal.

The Perigon Miami Beach oceanfront condo at sunset, glass tower over the Atlantic—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.
The Perigon Miami Beach oceanfront condo at sunset, glass tower over the Atlantic—Miami Beach luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction.

The Perigon Miami Beach: Redefining Oceanfront Minimalism

An OMA-designed, 17-story tower on a rare two-acre ocean-to-bay site, The Perigon Miami Beach distills luxury to essentials: light, proportion and privacy. With just 73 homes, Tara Bernerd & Partners' interiors, deep wraparound terraces, and a base elevated about 45 feet, the building frames uninterrupted views while creating a garden-level resort. Residents enjoy a Shaun Hergatt restaurant, speakeasy, spa, fitness, wine room, screening room, and eight guest suites, plus 200 feet of private beach and a 25-meter pool.

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