Condo vs. House in South Florida: A Luxury Couple’s Decision Framework

For South Florida buyers, “condo versus house” is rarely just a floor plan preference. It’s a negotiation about time, autonomy, and risk: what you want to outsource, what you want to control, and how much volatility you are willing to carry in monthly costs. This MILLION Luxury editorial lays out a practical way for couples to compare true monthly ownership costs, understand HOA and assessment exposure, and choose a product type that fits both lifestyle and financial priorities in today’s market.

From Your Dog’s Perspective: Condo Life vs. A Yard in South Florida Luxury Real Estate

For many affluent buyers, the debate between a single-family home and a high-rise condo is framed as lifestyle. Your dog frames it as routine. This MILLION Luxury editorial looks at daily movement, novelty, policy constraints, and building amenities to help dog owners choose the right South Florida home without relying on the myth that a backyard automatically equals a better life.

What Really Conveys at Closing in South Florida Luxury Real Estate (and What Does Not)

In South Florida luxury transactions, “turnkey” is a negotiation, not an assumption. This guide clarifies fixtures vs personal property, how to document furnishings and collectibles, and the deal structures that keep closings clean.

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.

Digital Twins and 3D Virtual Tours: The New Standard for South Florida Luxury Real Estate

From Miami-beach penthouses to boutique oceanfront residences, the luxury buyer’s first showing is increasingly digital. High-fidelity 3D tours and measurable “digital twins” are changing how qualified prospects shortlist homes, how teams collaborate remotely, and how sellers present condition, layout, and flow with more precision than traditional photography alone.

Miami Luxury Condo HOA Fees in 2024: What You’re Really Paying For

In South Florida’s ultra-prime condo market, monthly HOA fees have become a defining part of ownership economics. Here is what is driving the increase, how to compare buildings intelligently, and what to request before you commit.