Free relocation guide · Miami-Dade & Broward

Moving to South Florida? Know this before you buy.

Our free guide covers neighborhoods, condo vs. single-family, and the insurance, HOA and tax basics that surprise almost everyone who moves here.

  • 7 pagesplain-English guide
  • 12neighborhood snapshots
  • Freeinstant download
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Moving to South Florida7 pages · 12 neighborhood snapshots

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What's inside

The things relocators wish they'd known

Where to live

Twelve neighborhood snapshots across Miami-Dade and Broward: what each feels like and who it tends to fit.

Condo or single-family

How Florida's condo safety laws, reserves and assessments change the math, and the documents to request before you offer.

Insurance, HOA and taxes

Wind and flood insurance, HOA approvals, the homestead exemption, and why the seller's tax bill isn't yours.

Where to live

12 neighborhoods, one guide.

Brickell and Downtown
Brickell & DowntownHigh-rise and walkable
Coral Gables
Coral GablesTree-lined and historic
Miami Shores and North Miami
Miami Shores & North MiamiQuiet streets near the bay
Aventura and Sunny Isles
Aventura & Sunny IslesOceanfront, resort style
Kendall and Pinecrest
Kendall & PinecrestBigger lots, family first
Doral
DoralNewer homes near the airport
Miami Beach
Miami BeachThe ocean as your backyard
Fort Lauderdale
Fort LauderdaleCanals, boats, lively downtown
Hollywood and Hallandale
Hollywood & HallandaleBeach towns, easier prices
Pembroke Pines and Miramar
Pembroke Pines & MiramarMaster-planned value
Weston
WestonSchools-first, quiet streets
Coral Springs and Parkland
Coral Springs & ParklandLeafy and slower-paced

Full snapshots, and who each area fits best, are in the free guide.

How it works

From out of state to settled in.

TODAY

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Tell us your budget, commute and must-haves. We'll send a short list of areas that fit.

WHEN YOU'RE READY

Tour smart

Live video tours first, so your in-person trip is spent on finalists.

Straight answers

The questions people ask.

Can you help if I'm still out of state?

Yes. Most of our relocation clients start with video calls and virtual tours, then fly in to see a short list.

Is it better to rent first?

Sometimes. If you're unsure about neighborhoods, a short lease can be smart. We'll help you weigh it against buying now.

How much is insurance really?

It depends on the home's age, roof, windows and flood zone. We get real quotes during your inspection period so there are no surprises.

Do you work in both counties?

Yes, all of Miami-Dade and Broward.

BROWARDMIAMI-DADECoral SpringsPompano BeachWestonFort LauderdalePembroke PinesHollywoodMiami GardensHialeahDoralMiami BeachMiamiCoral GablesKendallHomesteadOur office

Where we work

Miami-Dade & BrowardEvery neighborhood in the guide, coast to Everglades.Cities we serve County line
Fred & Nadine FortuneThe Fortune Team at Lifestyle International Realty · Miami, FL

Who you're working with

Locals who help people move here.

We're Fred and Nadine Fortune. We live and work in South Florida and help buyers from across the country, and the world, find the right neighborhood the first time.

We're licensed through Lifestyle International Realty and work across Miami-Dade and Broward.

Make your move with a plan.

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