Downtown Miami sunset skyline over the marina and Biscayne Bay, prestigious setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos, with active preconstruction and resale.
Downtown Miami sunset skyline over the marina and Biscayne Bay, prestigious setting for luxury and ultra luxury condos, with active preconstruction and resale.

Pre-Construction vs. Move-In Ready: Deciding Between a Brand-New Condo and an Established Luxury Home

For South Florida luxury buyers, the choice between pre-construction and move-in-ready is less about “new vs. old” and more about timeline control, risk tolerance, and fee visibility. Pre-construction can offer early selection and staged deposits, but it introduces completion, appraisal, and contract nuance. Move-in-ready delivers immediacy and inspectability, yet may carry hidden building-cost pressures, especially in condos where insurance and reserves can reshape monthly outlays.

Bentley Residences Sunny Isles seaside skyscraper at sunset in Sunny Isles Beach; luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction, waterfront tower. Featuring modern.
Bentley Residences Sunny Isles seaside skyscraper at sunset in Sunny Isles Beach; luxury and ultra luxury condos, preconstruction, waterfront tower. Featuring modern.

Turnberry Ocean Club vs Bentley Residences in Sunny Isles Beach: Deposit strategy & timelines

A buyer-oriented comparison of two signature Sunny Isles Beach towers, focusing on what matters most in practice: timing to enjoyment, how cash is deployed, and which risks you actually own at each stage.

Fort Lauderdale marina aerial with yachts and skyline—prime zone for luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.
Fort Lauderdale marina aerial with yachts and skyline—prime zone for luxury and ultra luxury condos, offering preconstruction and resale.

How to Make Your Offer Stand Out in South Florida’s Competitive Luxury Market

In early 2026, Southeast Florida’s single-family market has regained momentum, and competitive dynamics are returning to prime price points. This MILLION Luxury playbook details how sophisticated buyers structure certainty, speed, and clean terms without sacrificing prudent protections.

Forte on Flagler penthouse in West Palm Beach featuring an ultra luxury private pool and cityscape views for premium preconstruction condos.
Forte on Flagler penthouse in West Palm Beach featuring an ultra luxury private pool and cityscape views for premium preconstruction condos.

Penthouse Shells: The Pros and Cons of Buying an Unfinished Top-Floor Unit to Customize from Scratch

A discreet, buyer-oriented guide to purchasing a penthouse delivered as a shell in Miami Beach, including what “shell” really means, where costs and timelines tend to concentrate, and the diligence steps that protect resale.

South of Fifth, Miami Beach skyline view over Biscayne Bay - prime South Beach zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.
South of Fifth, Miami Beach skyline view over Biscayne Bay - prime South Beach zone of luxury and ultra luxury condos; preconstruction and resale.

Ritz-Carlton Residences vs Continuum in South Beach: Deposit strategy & timelines

For ultra-premium Miami Beach buyers, the decision between a legacy oceanfront community and a new, boutique branded tower is less about headlines and more about liquidity, rules, and lifestyle. Continuum on South Beach offers established scale, resort amenities, and clear resale mechanics, while The Ritz-Carlton Residences® South Beach leans into rarity, newer design, and a brand-led service platform. Here is how to compare pre-construction and resale when each is on the short list.

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.

Right of First Refusal: What It Means if a Condo Board Can Block Your Purchase (and How Often It Happens)

A buyer-oriented guide for South Florida luxury condo transactions explaining how a condominium right of first refusal works, what it can and cannot be used for, how it impacts timelines and financing, and what to review in the condo documents before signing.

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