Joe Sells Miami

Miami keeps breaking the rules most housing markets follow. In this episode, I walk through five of them: why higher rates don't slow every buyer here, how outside money changes prices, why the cheaper condo can be the harder buy, why a rising cash share can be a warning sign, and why one county holds several different markets. I finish with three questions to ask before you look at a single listing. I published this in October 2026, and the market figures I quote run through July 2026.

00:00 Introduction
00:34 Rule 1: Higher rates should slow buyers down
02:29 Rule 2: Local paychecks should explain local prices
03:21 Rule 3: The cheaper property should be easier to buy
04:27 Rule 4: More cash buyers mean a stronger market
05:12 Rule 5: One city, one housing market
06:05 Three questions to ask before you look at listings
07:00 What it means for your next move

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Joe Biscaha, Compass

Florida passed a run of new laws that change how you buy, sell, own and build in Miami. In this episode, I walk through five of them: the faster way to remove squatters, the flood disclosure every seller now owes buyers, the condo reserve rules behind big special assessments, the new deadlines on building permits, and the homestead tax savings that reward owners who stay put. I recorded this in July 2026. Since then, Florida voters approved Amendment 3 on November 3, 2026, so the expanded homestead exemption I describe is now set to start in 2027.

00:00 Introduction
00:27 The new squatter law
02:02 The flood disclosure sellers now owe buyers
03:43 Condo reserves, assessments and financing
05:08 HOA fines and the HOA dissolution bill
05:50 Faster building permits
07:53 Homestead tax savings and Amendment 3
09:56 What it means for your next move

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Joe Biscaha, Compass

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac changed how condo loans get approved, and it hits Miami harder than almost anywhere. In this episode, I walk through why lenders now check the building's finances instead of just yours, how Surfside led to mandatory reserves and big special assessments, what happens to every owner when a building can't get a regular mortgage, and the documents to ask for before you make an offer. Market figures are from August 2026 and may have changed.

00:00 Introduction
00:34 The limited-review shortcut is gone
01:13 Where the new rule came from
01:57 Surfside and the milestone inspection law
02:42 Mandatory reserves and special assessments
03:46 What a failed review does to every owner
04:25 Non-warrantable condos and who can still buy
05:27 Where Miami's condo market stands
06:35 What to ask for before you buy
07:16 What owners and boards should do now
07:38 Why this rule is here to stay

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Joe Biscaha, Compass

Some of the lowest-priced listings in Miami carry costs you won't see at a showing. In this episode, I walk through seven types of Miami homes to check carefully before you make an offer. Market figures are from early 2026 and may have changed.

00:00 Introduction
00:32 Post-Surfside special assessments
02:43 High-rise co-ops with restrictive boards
04:52 Hurricane insurance and aging roofs
07:11 AE flood zones without elevation
09:19 The investor quick flip
11:25 Homes on busy roads
13:22 Airbnb-friendly condos
15:34 The common thread

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Joe Biscaha, Compass

In this episode, I dive deep into what it takes to rent your first apartment in Miami. We'll cover all the essential costs you'll need to budget for, including rent, security deposits, utilities, furniture, and moving expenses. I’ll also share why it's crucial to have three months' rent saved up before you move. Plus, I'll give you some great tips on finding affordable furniture and keeping your moving costs down. By the end of this episode, you'll have a clear financial roadmap for your move to Miami. For more detailed assistance, be sure to check out my website!

00:00 Introduction: Dreaming of Moving Out

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