Miami Real Estate Investing Podcast With Peter Zalewski

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts discuss the 24-month supply glut drowning Miami’s CBD, spiking mortgage rates and the final 60-day window for sellers heading for the exit.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on March 2, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas of CVR Realty and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ explore whether the violent "piercing" of Dubai’s safe-haven reputation via Iranian ballistic missiles will act as a macro-economic defibrillator for South Florida.The discussion took on a pragmatic tone as Huertas noted that Dubai’s market is facing a new reality, while Zalewski observed that a 48% pricing spread in the Miami Central Business District (CBD) submarket suggests many sellers are holding out for a significant shift in order to reach their target valuations before the seasonal window closes.The analysis is rooted in the latest research conducted in anticipation of the planned Miami Central Business District Condo Correction Walking Tour™ scheduled for 10 am Saturday, March 7, 2026. During the 65-minute podcast, Huertas and Zalewski explore how this potential “flight to safety” arrives at a critical juncture as a Severe Buyers Market has officially taken hold in the Miami CBD with 24 months of condo inventory currently sitting unsold on the market.This level of oversupply is about four times the six-month threshold used by the Miami Condo Supply Tracker™ to define market equilibrium, reflecting a significant disconnect between the “irrational exuberance” of the pandemic era and the current reality of high carry costs, Zalewski said.The urgency for a global capital pivot is underscored by the fact that Miami International Airport (MIA) recorded a year-over-year drop in foreign passenger traffic for the first time since the 2020 pandemic peak, according to a recent report.Data reveals that 314,000 fewer passengers moved through MIA compared to the previous year, signaling a potential chilling effect from U.S. immigration policies and rising travel costs that developers typically rely on to fuel the preconstruction sales engine.Recent missile attacks on Dubai have shattered its reputation as a desert “mirage” of stability untouched by regional chaos, potentially triggering a capital pivot toward Miami real estate as one of the few viable alternatives along with Singapore for parking large-scale wealth.Cash-strapped condo sellers now have only 60 days left in the South Florida Winter Buying Season to find investors before Summer’s heat, humidity and hurricane warnings cause the market to thin out until the following September.Adding the challenge for condo sellers is mortgage rates have surged back to 6.12% following the geopolitical escalation between the United States, Israel and Iran.As the seasonal window begins its countdown to the South Florida Summer Buying Season that begins on May 1, 2026, the episode concludes with a warning that the opportunity for a clean exit is rapidly closing for those who fail to adjust to the new market reality.

This is copy of a live podcast recorded Fridays at 4 pm in Miami featuring real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™.Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Feb. 27, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski give their take on the following five topics:UDB = Uber Development Boondoggle?Property Taxes Are…Taxing?Everyone Is Bullish On Coconut GrovePivoting In BrickellMIA Has Been MIA At MIAThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Feb. 27, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The hosts discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic.During the 65-minute discussion, Hernandez and Zalewski dissect the Florida Legislature’s maneuvers during the 2026 session that threaten to upend local control and shift the tax burden onto non-homesteaded investors.The duo provides a granular breakdown of the Urban Development Boundary (UDB) battle, explaining how a bill effectively lowers the “cost” of political influence by reducing the required commission votes for westward expansion.The conversation pivots to the lifestyle markets of Coconut Grove and the Brickell Avenue Area of Greater Downtown Miami, where the hosts analyze the sustainability of $2,000-per-square-foot pricing and the proliferation of “wellness” branding.Zalewski provides a reality check on Coconut Grove’s aging condo stock, revealing that 41% of units are now at least 30 years old.He also questions the logistics of the Freedom Park construction and its missing pedestrian bridge.From the skepticism surrounding the 2030 completion of the $9 billion Miami International Airport overhaul to the potential for a “white elephant” stadium near active runways, this episode is essential for anyone trying to navigate the shifting South Florida market.Viewers will see the data-driven tension between Hernandez’s market optimism and Zalewski’s skepticism of current cycles, complete with realtime map analysis of the evolving skyline.

In this episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™, host Peter Zalewski uses satellite images to analyze Coconut Grove development patterns and risks ahead of Saturday's Miami Condo Correction Walking Tour™.The weekly podcast The Peter Zalewski Show™ features interviews with South Florida business leaders focused on real estate, finance and the economy.The program - hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ - is broadcast live every Wednesday at 4 pm (Miami time) at MiamiCondo.Club and on Peter Zalewski’s social media accounts to watch the free live broadcasts.The objective of the show is to deliver straight talk, share institutional knowledge and provide data-driven analysis on the macro and micro economic forces shaping the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 25, 2026, episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski conducts a solo analysis of the Coconut Grove residential landscape using satellite mapping.This data-driven flyover serves as the primary briefing for Saturday’s Coconut Grove Condo Correction Walking Tour™ at 10 am on Feb. 28, 2026, aiming to quantify risk for buyers navigating a market where cash-strapped unit owners are increasingly seeking an exit.The investigation exposes a unique “clustering” strategy where prolific developers such as Ugo Colombo, David Martin and Jorge Perez have repeatedly doubled down on the same few blocks to create self-contained luxury micro-markets.Zalewski highlights how these developers as well as a series of smaller builders have strategically leveraged Coconut Grove’s wealthy enclave status to create more than 100 boutique projects that stand in stark contrast to the high-density glass canyons of Greater Downtown Miami.The visual mapping reveals the distinct physical and socioeconomic separation of the historic Little Bahamas neighborhood, where the traditional cultural rhythms of Charles Avenue remain geographically distinct and economically detached from the waterfront luxury estates.The discussion provides a high-stakes look at the evolution of Coconut Grove wealth, tracing the transition from the era when pop-culture icons like Madonna and Sylvester Stallone defined the neighborhood’s prestige to the current era of institutional power represented by Ken Griffin of Citadel and newly arrived tech titan Larry Page of Google.The analysis provides a technical look at the Vintage buildings that are at least 30 years old, which now face the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff due to decades of deferred maintenance and new post-Surfside compliance costs.By identifying which developer clusters are most exposed to the Condo Cliff, Zalewski provides a roadmap for finding outlier projects that are currently priced for a boom but facing a correction.The episode emphasizes that for every $2 million in assessments required to comply with post-Surfside legislative mandates, owners should expect the general contractor rule of one year of onsite construction labor and a significant lifestyle disruption.

In this Miami Condo Exchange™ episode, Peter Zalewski discusses how investment around President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate is raising the prospects of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The Miami Condo Exchange™ is a live podcast at 4 pm (Miami time) on Tuesdays about the latest South Florida condo stats, metrics and trends hosted by expert Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the program’s core premise is to analyze condos as commodities, no different than pork bellies, oil or salty snacks.The weekly show intends to cut through the marketing hype to focus strictly on the numbers for investors and real estate professionals.A regular feature of the Tuesday show is the Miami Condo Cliff Index™, which tracks active listings and pending sales in realtime to forecast official closed sales data that lags by 30 to 120 days.Tune in every Tuesday at 4 PM (EST) at MiamiCondo.Club or on the social media account of Peter Zalewski to watch the livestreams free.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 24, 2026, episode of the Miami Condo Exchange™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski discusses how the South Florida Overall Condo Cliff Index™ increased 2.49% to an all-time high of 8.66 points as the "Mar-a-Lago effect" creates a breakaway lead for Palm Beach County.This latest Week-over-Week jump follows a climb to 8.45 points on Feb. 17, 2026, marking the highest level recorded since the Overall Index was established on Jan. 1, 2025.During the 58-minute podcast, Zalewski analyzed the widening performance gap between the South Florida counties of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach as the Winter Buying Season enters its final stretch.The market momentum is currently being driven by a power shift toward "Wall Street South," where the halo effect of the Trump estate and a new Vanderbilt University campus are acting as high-octane fuel for the northern corridor.With the symbolic hurdles of the Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Miami Beach International Boat Show now cleared, sellers face a narrowing window to find a buyer before Summer’s heat, humidity and hurricane warnings thin the investor pool beginning in May.Concurrently, the South Florida Vintage Condo Cliff Index™ climbed 2.17% this week to reach 8.15 points for the week ending Feb. 24, 2026.This move for Vintage condos—at least 30 years old—follows a rise to 7.98 points on Feb. 17, 2026, from 7.55 points on Feb. 10, 2026.Vintage units remain the workhorse of the tricounty market, accounting for nearly 69% of all active listings and about 65% of pending sales across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.Zalewski attributed the heavy Vintage volume to a “capitulation” by sellers who are discounting prices to escape the financial burden of mandatory inspections and 10% interest rates on association loans.Savvy buyers are treating these inspected units as a “value play,” often securing them at a 50% discount compared to the Overall condo market, with some coastal pockets such as Sunny Isles Beach seeing discounts as high as nearly 80%.

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts discuss how luxury condo listings of at least $1 million are struggling due to a slowdown in transaction velocity in Coconut Grove.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on Feb. 23, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas of CVR Realty and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down why the wealthy enclave of Coconut Grove—one of the strongest markets tracked with the South Florida Condo Cliff Index™—is finally showing cracks.The discussion is based on the latest research conducted in anticipation of the planned Coconut Grove Condo Correction Walking Tour™ scheduled for 10 am Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.During the 64-minute podcast, Huertas and Zalewski explore the mounting inventory pileup where 11.8 months of luxury condo supply is now sitting on the market, driven by a disconnect between premium asking prices and anemic sales velocity.While the Overall market sits at nearly 11 months of supply in the fist half of the South Florida Winter Buying Season, the luxury segment of the Coconut Grove market is becoming a primary area of concern for investors and cash-strapped sellers alike.The active listing data reveals a definitive “tipping point” at the $1 million mark, where units priced below that threshold remain in equilibrium or a Sellers Market, while everything priced above it has stalled.Huertas and Zalewski dig into the specific sales pace of the market, using 2025 Summer Buying Season transaction data to gauge just how long it will take to clear the 94 luxury listings currently sitting idle on the market.Additionally, Huertas and Zalewski discussed the historical context of the West Grove’s Bahamian heritage, Coconut Grove’s contributions to the U.S. cultural zeitgeist and the legacy of Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast railroad to Key West that shaped the neighborhood’s unique landscape more than a century ago.The duo also discuss the emerging value play of Vintage condos, where motivated sellers are willing to cover the upfront repair and assessment costs in combination with discounted prices just to move their units.The discussion provides a roadmap for anyone trying to time the South Florida Winter Buying Season before it fades into Summer’s heat, humidity and hurricane warnings.

This is copy of a live podcast recorded Fridays at 4 pm in Miami featuring Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate, Peter Zalewski of MiamiCondo.Club and Andrew Rasken of Meta Development.Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Feb. 20, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski are joined by special guest Developer Andrew Rasken of Meta Development to give their take on the following five topics:Condos: Boutique > HighriseCrossing The Chasm: Worth ItExpensive DirtDelivering For A Different BuyerPalantir Votes For MiamiThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Feb. 20, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez, Zalewski and special guest Andrew Rasken of Meta Development cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The trio discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic.During the 75-minute discussion, the trio analyzes the growing dominance of the boutique development model as a safer alternative to massive highrise towers, with Rasken detailing how Meta Development left density on the table to prioritize intentional, curated design.The conversation pivots to Rasken’s personal “Origin Story,” tracing his transition from building spec houses to developing boutique condos like Colette and Opus Coconut Grove.The panel engages in a heated debate regarding the recent Palantir software company’s relocation to Aventura, weighing whether the tech giant’s arrival signals a permanent ecosystem shift or mere “ballyhoo” intended to capture the attention of a friendly administration.They also tackle the rising cost of land, questioning if the current $520 million record for stabilized office land marks the peak of Miami’s irrational exuberance or merely the fifth inning of a long-term wealth migration.Finally, the group explores why the domestic buyer now demands “Curated Floor Plans” that mimic single-family living, as Rasken explains the necessity of finishing units with floors, kitchens and closets to meet the standards of high-earning relocators.The discussion concludes with a look at the “Safety Play” of South American capital, noting that despite the weak Brazilian Real, the desire for a secure principal investment continues to drive demand for boutique products in Class A submarkets.

In this episode of Condo Capitalism™, Peter Zalewski and broker-owner Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com discussed the growing number of REO and shortsale units listed for sale in Greater Downtown Miami.Condo Capitalism™ is a weekly podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ that provides data-driven analysis on distressed real estate—foreclosures, shortsales and bank-owned REOs—in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.The program tracks the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff, where rising maintenance fees, special assessments and insurance costs are squeezing cash-strapped owners.On the show, experts analyze how the national “two-sided risk”—rising inflation and falling employment—magnifies these local pressures, potentially forcing a capitulation by owners who can no longer afford condo living.Join Peter Zalewski at MiamiCondo.Club for a livestream every weekday at 4 pm (Miami time). On-demand recordings of all shows are available here.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 19, 2026, episode of the Condo Capitalism™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski is joined by broker-owner Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com to discuss the state of the distressed condo market in Greater Downtown Miami.During the 58-minute podcast, Huertas and Zalewski explored what it means that 61 distressed condos—both Real Estate Owned (REO) units by lenders and shortsales— are available for purchase as the South Florida Winter Buying Season begins to wind down before the buyer pool thins with the arrival of Summer’s heat, humidity and hurricane warnings.Zalewski added color to the discussion by naming a growing list of well recognized condo projects in Greater Downtown Miami that now feature distressed units.The duo discussed the factors driving a surge in bank-owned inventory despite the high-profile narrative of a booming South Florida condo market.The conversation delved into the stark disconnect between lender asking prices and actual transaction data, which has led to a buildup of inventory that is no longer moving at its current valuation.Huertas provided an on-the-ground perspective regarding why certain owners are opting for the distressed route rather than attempting a traditional sale in a market where inventory is mushrooming.Specific attention was given to the “dead zone” of the Greater Downtown Miami condo market where transactions have effectively stalled, leaving sellers in a precarious position as carrying costs for these units continue to rise.The duo identified the specific submarkets within Greater Downtown Miami that are bearing the brunt of this trend and how these distressed listings are beginning to recalibrate the expectations for neighboring unit owners.

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts explore why the resale supply of condos with a minimum asking price of $1.6 million has ballooned to 47 months heading into the Summer Buying Season.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on Feb. 16, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas‚ the broker-owner of CVR Realty, and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ discuss how the Brickell Avenue Area submarket of Greater Downtown Miami has entered an Illiquid—or frozen—Buyers Market that is effectively on life support.The report was based on research conducted for the planned Brickell Avenue Area Condo Correction Walking Tour™ scheduled for 10 am Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.This classification stems from a total lack of transaction activity where buying remains nonexistent due to overwhelming supply plus minimal demand, according to the Miami Condo Supply Tracker™.While real estate is never as liquid as a stock, the current evaporation of buyers indicates that the most expensive properties in the Brickell Avenue Area are currently sitting in effectively a dead zone while the clock ticks toward the May seasonal shift.The conversation explores how Brickell—the densest residential corridor in South Florida—is showing signs of significant stress with Overall condo prices falling 12% during the first half of the South Florida Winter Buying Season, according to a recent report.The Brickell Avenue Area submarket is defined as the Eddie Rickenbacker Causeway north to the Miami River, and Biscayne Bay west to I-95.This specific district—arguably the most popular condo neighborhood in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach—accounts for more than 100 projects with nearly 29,450 units, according to MiamiCondo.Club.During the 73-minute podcast, Huertas and Zalewski highlight how deals are scarce and prices can freefall as luxury units priced at a minimum of $1.6 million face nearly 47 months of resale supply.This staggering accumulation of highend condo listings represents a market in critical condition where the absence of transaction velocity suggests a total disconnect between seller expectations and buyer reality.Zalewski noted the $5.0 million to $10.0 million bracket of luxury condos that is in the most precarious situation. This segment had zero closed sales recorded during the 2025 Summer Buying Season of May through October that was used for this analysis.

This is copy of a live podcast recorded Fridays at 4 pm in Miami featuring real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™.Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Feb. 13, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski give their take on the following five topics:Public Input?California Dreaming No MoreVicki Lopez = Housing Advocate Of YearApartment Supply > SavingsMissoni ImpossibleThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Feb. 13, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The hosts discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic.During the 60-minute discussion, Hernandez and Zalewski dive into the controversial “Land Use and Development Regulations” bill known as HB 399.This legislative move in Tallahassee seeks to alter the voting requirements for Urban Development Boundary (UDB) changes, a shift that Zalewski suggests could trigger a “Land Banking 101” strategy for special interests.The conversation pivots to the ongoing wealth migration from California, highlighting high-profile transplants like Mark Zuckerberg and the specific financial pressures driving billionaires toward Indian Creek.Zalewski introduces his proprietary “Three-Step Rule” for newcomers to predict the longevity of these high-net-worth individuals in the Miami climate, sparking a debate on whether these moves are permanent or merely a temporary hedge.Turning to local leadership, the hosts evaluate the recent recognition of Vicki Lopez as Housing Advocate of the Year by a local real estate organization.The duo weighs her legislative wins against the remaining roadblocks in condo document transparency, debating whether her current track record earns her a spot in the housing Hall of Fame or just an MVP nod for the season.The duo then addresses the massive apartment supply overhang, describing the rise of institutional landlords as the “Walmart of rentals” and the aggressive concessions being used to fill nearly 18,600 units.Zalewski and Hernandez examine how this corporate strategy is impacting the ability of local residents to save for homeownership, leading to a unified verdict on the future of the rental market.Finally, the episode closes with a deep dive into the construction defect lawsuit at the Missoni Baia highrise condo project in the Biscayne Boulevard Corridor submarket of Greater Downtown Miami.Zalewski breaks down the “rookie developer” syndrome and provides a specific mathematical formula for estimating restoration timelines that every condo buyer in the current market needs to hear.

In this episode of Condo Capitalism™, private lender Alexis Agopian of A&S Capital in Aventura discusses his increased scrutiny evaluating new projects amid changing economic conditions.Condo Capitalism™ is a weekly podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ that provides data-driven analysis on distressed real estate—foreclosures, shortsales and bank-owned REOs—in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.The program tracks the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff, where rising maintenance fees, special assessments and insurance costs are squeezing cash-strapped owners.On the show, experts analyze how the national “two-sided risk”—rising inflation and falling employment—magnifies these local pressures, potentially forcing a capitulation by owners who can no longer afford condo living.Join Peter Zalewski at MiamiCondo.Club for a livestream every weekday at 4 pm (Miami time). On-demand recordings of all shows are available here.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 12, 2026, episode of the Condo Capitalism™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski interviews private lender Alexis Agopian of A&S Capital of Aventura about the professional skepticism now defining the South Florida private debt market.During the 73-minute podcast, Agopian details why he is presently adopting a strategic "wait and see" approach as private lending shifts from traditional "hard money" loans to more disciplined, institutional-oriented lending now increasingly backed by Wall Street.Agopian’s transition toward professional caution is most evident in his skepticism to fund certain real estate sectors.Agopian is limiting his exposure to buildings less than 10 years old to ensure structural and financial predictability.The only exception to his age rule involves small buildings under three stories that are exempt from the most rigorous new state-mandated inspection laws adopted after the Surfside condo collapse in June 2021.This narrow window allows for capital flow in specific residential segments while avoiding the complexity of highrise condo associations.The lender is currently pivoting away from funding Vintage condo projects that are at least 30 years old.Agopian is pausing the funding of units in buildings constructed in the 1990s or earlier. He views Vintage condos as a significant liability given the financial uncertainty of looming special assessments and mandatory safety inspections.Agopian is also exercising increased discretion regarding bulk condo deals where buyers purchase at least 10 units in a single transaction.He recently declined a package of 20 unsold units due to the lack of a viable exit strategy for the prospective buyer, even at a discounted price.His logic holds that a bulk buyer is unlikely to move new units any faster than a developer who has failed to sell these preconstruction condos during the last four years.The discussion provides an insider’s look at the cooling sentiment that exists given the current market visibility.Agopian notes he is waiting on the sidelines as the 2025-26 South Florida Winter Buying Season of November through April winds down.

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts also analyze a new Bloomberg report on a foreclosure spike in hard-money loans to speculative flippers in Southwest Florida.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on Feb. 9, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas‚ the broker-owner of CVR Realty, and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ discuss the data-driven reality of the Coral Gables condo selloff, where a double-digit drop in the price per square foot is signaling a potential market correction.The report was based on research conducted for the planned Coral Gables Condo Correction Walking Tour™ scheduled for 10 am Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.The conversation explores how Coral Gables—traditionally seen as a stable, Mediterranean-style suburb—is showing signs of significant stress, with Overall and Vintage condo prices falling 12% and 11%, respectively, during the first half of the South Florida Winter Buying Season, according to a recent report.During the 53-minute podcast, Huertas and Zalewski connect the local price drops to a broader national narrative, specifically referencing a breaking Bloomberg report regarding a spike in foreclosures among "hard money" lenders on Florida's Southwest coast.This trend triggered a deep dive into the parallels between the current speculative “fix and flip” climate and the systemic failures depicted in the movie The Big Short, which chronicled the 2008 housing collapse driven by unregulated lending.The hosts analyze how unregulated private financing has created a market without an FDIC backstop, potentially setting the stage for a “memorable” correction after about a 13-year run without a notable downturn.Crucially, the hosts emphasize that this selloff is being accelerated by the post-Surfside legislative landscape and the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff—a crisis Zalewski predicted back in June 2024.The climbing cost of condo living—fueled by mandatory Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS) every 10 years, looming Milestone Inspections at a building’s 30-year anniversary and pricey insurance premiums—is no longer sustainable for many, effectively forcing longtime residents to head for the exits.The episode serves as a warning for sellers who remain overconfident and a roadmap for buyers looking to capitalize on the widening spread between asking prices and transaction reality in Coral Gables.

This is copy of a live podcast recorded Fridays at 4 pm in Miami featuring real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™.Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Feb. 6, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski give their take on the following five topics:Aston Martin Maintenance IssuesMiami Beach Walks Back Spring Break AusterityTorose On A TearRFR Stabilizing Biscayne BoulevardBullish On 29th StreetThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Feb. 6, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The hosts discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic.During the 60-minute discussion, Hernandez and Zalewski analyze the shifting dynamics of the South Florida real estate market as it reaches the halfway point of the Winter Buying Season that stretches from November through April.The Aston Martin Residences serves as a primary case study for the “rookie mistakes” of first-time developers who lock in pre-construction pricing only to be squeezed by post-COVID labor and construction cost spikes.Hernandez points to a press report about a $5 million lawsuit filed by the condo association as a signal of systemic self-dealing, while Zalewski highlights that the building’s $1.70 per square foot maintenance fee is significantly higher than the county average.The conversation shifts to Miami Beach and its attempt to rebrand as a health-focused Blue Zone to distance itself from spring break austerity measures.Zalewski dismisses the move as the wrong marketing approach, citing the historical failure of the Canyon Ranch concept Carl Fisher’s experiences as cautionary tales for those ignoring Miami Beach’s identity as an adult entertainment destination.The discussion then explores Toros Equities and its recent $28 million “gain” in one year by flipping a Coconut Grove office building originally acquired through foreclosure.This “running and gunning” success is contrasted with a retail play on Lincoln Road, where the hosts argue that landlords must abandon luxury-only strategies and adopt an affordability model to reset after massive value drops.A looming supply-demand crisis is identified in Greater Downtown Miami’s Central Business District submarket, where 4,300 new units are currently under construction on a base of just 10,200 existing condos.Hernandez and Zalewski agree that as prices in this core peak and inventory swells, the affordability and physical barrier of the beach will likely spark a “reversal of fortunes” for savvy investors seeking Vintage condos at a 52% discount.

In this episode of Condo Capitalism™, real estate expert Jack McCabe of McCabeResearch.com discusses how differing price opinions make condo terminations difficult for troubled associations.Condo Capitalism™ is a weekly podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ that provides data-driven analysis on distressed real estate—foreclosures, shortsales and bank-owned REOs—in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.The program tracks the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff, where rising maintenance fees, special assessments and insurance costs are squeezing cash-strapped owners.On the show, experts analyze how the national “two-sided risk”—rising inflation and falling employment—magnifies these local pressures, potentially forcing a capitulation by owners who can no longer afford condo living.Join Peter Zalewski at MiamiCondo.Club for a livestream every weekday at 4 pm (Miami time). On-demand recordings of all shows are available here.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 5, 2026, episode of the Condo Capitalism™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski interviews veteran real estate expert Jack McCabe of McCabeResearch.com regarding why bankruptcy court could become the primary venue for investors to acquire distressed condo associations that are unable to navigate the traditional termination process.Zalewski cites what looks to be an emerging trend for this shift, pointing to a Delray Beach 55-and-older condo community facing $40 million in debt and the recent Chapter 11 filing of a mixed-use project in Boca Raton as evidence of what could be a mounting crisis.McCabe explains that as insurance and reserve requirements skyrocket, many associations will find that filing for bankruptcy is the only viable path forward for buildings that can no longer meet their financial obligations.A critical takeaway from the exchange is that the South Florida condo market has reached a financial stalemate where the cost of mandatory structural repairs and insurance has outpaced the valuation of many Vintage buildings, effectively forcing the market toward a new phase of bankruptcy filings.The conversation added color regarding the 30-year Milestone Inspections and the Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS)—conducted every 10 years—which are acting as a financial “one-two punch” for associations.While the Milestone Inspection identifies immediate, big-ticket repairs that often trigger a massive special assessment, the SIRS creates a strict savings plan that can permanently hike monthly maintenance fees.This shift effectively ends the era of low monthly dues by forcing owners to catch up on years of neglected maintenance through a combination of lump-sum payments and higher monthly fees.Zalewski said this environment creates a stalemate where individual owners often hold unrealistic price expectations, while McCabe predicts developers will pivot toward court-supervised auctions to bypass these holdouts and secure distressed assets.Beyond the legal battlegrounds, the discussion delved into the stark reality of the 2026 South Florida Winter Buying Season.Overall inventory levels in Greater Downtown Miami reached 20.1 months of supply while condo prices fell 7.2% per square foot on a Year-over-Year basis.

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts explore growing buying opportunities as cash-strapped owners increasingly head for the exits as the cost of South Beach condo living is skyrocketing.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on Feb. 2, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas‚ the broker-owner of CVR Realty, and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ analyzed the shifting dynamics of the South Beach marketplace.A key revelation to emerge from the discussion is that 15% of South Beach projects are now listed for resale at prices below their transaction levels during the South Florida Summer Buying Season that stretched from May through October.During the 68-minute episode, Huertas noted many unit owners are attempting to sell to escape the financial pressure of mandatory Structural Integrity Reserve Studies (SIRS) and Milestone Inspections that have triggered rising maintenance fees and significant special assessments required to be funded starting in 2026.The South Beach condo market is currently split between high priced new construction and Vintage units that offer a 52% discount compared to the Overall market average, according to a recent report.Nearly two out of every three condos in South Beach are at least 30 years old and must now comply with post Surfside legislation requiring regular structural checkups and reserve funding.The current study found that 39% of the condo projects in South Beach—defined as Government Cut north to 41st street, and the Atlantic Ocean west to Biscayne Bay—have an above-average level—at least 6.0%—of units listed for resale.Zalewski said unit owners who do not adjust their pricing during the traditionally busy South Florida Winter Buying Season of November through April risk holding their units through the hurricane season when buyer traffic and marketability typically decline.Investors are finding the South Beach area—which was supplanted by Greater Downtown Miami for the last decade—increasingly unattractive as the median asking rent of $3,300 and existing sales prices result in a negligible basic—or going-in—cap rate of 0.4%.The lack of a potential cap rate is creating a scenario where the only way for the South Beach condo market to clear the existing 15.3 months of supply is through a significant reduction in asking prices.Some savvy buyers are now finding units that adhere to the “1% Rule” of real estate investing as a compass to identify units that are priced at a level where the monthly rent can actually support the acquisition cost.The supply pressure is expected to grow as the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach reaches the symbolic halfway point of the Winter Buying Season during the Presidents Day holiday on Feb. 16, 2026.Traditionally, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Miami Beach International Boat Show—which are annually held during the Presidents Day holiday weekend—have represented the symbolic halfway point of the South Florida Winter Buying Season.This is typically a time when condo sellers reassess their marketing strategies to cash in the remaining weeks of the Winter Buying Season.

In this episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™, Publisher Michael Miller explains why embracing technological changes has allowed Miami's Community News to pursue its mission since 1958.The weekly podcast The Peter Zalewski Show™ features interviews with South Florida business leaders focused on real estate, finance and the economy.The program - hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ - is broadcast live every Wednesday at 4 pm (Miami time) at MiamiCondo.Club and on Peter Zalewski’s social media accounts to watch the free live broadcasts.The objective of the show is to deliver straight talk, share institutional knowledge and provide data-driven analysis on the macro and micro economic forces shaping the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.Episode OverviewIn the Feb. 4, 2026, episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski interviews Michael Miller—Publisher and Executive Editor of Miami’s Community News—about the proactive evolution of a family media legacy into the digital age.This deep dive examines how transitioning from legacy ink to digital platforms allows the organization to fulfill its historical role in a community defined by rapid growth.During the 62-minute discussion, Miller and Zalewski provide a masterclass on how institutional knowledge serves as the primary defense against the short-sighted nature of social media.The discussion centers on the success of independent journalism and the specific economic hurdles facing the South Florida business community.Miller adds color to the conversation by recounting his early days delivering papers in a family Impala and the emotional weight of shutting down the company’s legacy printing presses.The conversation explores Miller’s function as a community matchmaker by measuring the physical response of the public to local events and political figures.Miller explains that he gauges the popularity and viability of trends based on how long people linger after a speech or the speed of RSVP responses for specific guests.He describes Miami’s Community News as a living laboratory where serving as a matchmaker for government officials, business owners and residents provides a more accurate pulse than traditional digital metrics.The dialogue shifts to the practical integration of AI within this human-centric editorial workflow.Miller said he views AI as a sophisticated tool for organization and efficiency though he maintains that human oversight is essential to preserve the authentic voice required of a community matchmaker.This technological evolution allows independent publishers to distribute their local insights with a level of speed that was previously reserved for major legacy organizations.Economic reality takes center stage as Miller analyzes the widening affordability gap currently impacting Miami-Dade County.The discussion explores how rising labor costs and insurance premiums are placing significant pressure on the small business owners who form the backbone of the local economy.Miller said he sees a stark divide between the ultra-wealthy and the struggling middle class, noting that his instincts suggest a period of prolonged struggle for those caught in the middle.The podcast wraps up with an examination of the enduring value of historical archives and institutional knowledge in a fragmented media landscape.As hedge fund ownership continues to impact the depth of investigative reporting at major newspapers, independent local outlets are increasingly responsible for maintaining community accountability.Miller emphasizes that consistent marketing and local physical engagement are the only reliable methods for building long-term trust in a digital world.

Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Jan. 30, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski give their take on the following five topics:Miami Wins Top Spot For HomebuyersKen Billions Is Moving Dirt?Swire Properties USA Top Dog Is Out!Regalia Auction Do-OverYIGBYThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Jan. 30, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The hosts discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic. During the 62-minute discussion, Hernandez and Zalewski dive into into the shifting power dynamics of the South Florida market as 2026 begins to reveal which players are holding "dry powder" and which are simply moving dirt to save face. The conversation maneuvers through the paradox of rising pending sales against a backdrop of surging inventory, questioning whether recent interest rate cuts have finally provided enough "wiggle room" to break the long-standing logjam between buyers and sellers. The duo analyzes the high-stakes "do-over" of a Biscayne Boulevard development site auction in Greater Downtown Miami and scrutinizes the $768 million war chest of Swire Properties at a moment of a leadership transition. From the scrutiny of billionaire Ken Griffin’s latest construction filings to the speculative future of the 72-acre Mercy Hospital site, the dialogue separates the spin vs. reality of the Miami housing market. It is a no-nonsense assessment of legislative gridlock and the Condo Cliff facing condo owners that leaves the listener wondering if the market is finally recalibrating or if the biggest shoes have yet to drop.

In this episode of Condo Capitalism™, general contractor Kevin Calienes discusses the current state of the South Florida construction industry where some laborers are asking as much as $300 per day.Condo Capitalism™ is a weekly podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ that provides data-driven analysis on distressed real estate—foreclosures, shortsales and bank-owned REOs—in the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.The program tracks the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff, where rising maintenance fees, special assessments and insurance costs are squeezing cash-strapped owners.On the show, experts analyze how the national “two-sided risk”—rising inflation and falling employment—magnifies these local pressures, potentially forcing a capitulation by owners who can no longer afford condo living.Join Peter Zalewski at MiamiCondo.Club for a livestream every weekday at 4 pm (Miami time). On-demand recordings of all shows are available here.Episode OverviewIn the Jan. 29, 2026, episode of the Condo Capitalism™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski interviews general contractor Kevin Calienes of Khaos Construction in Coral Gables regarding the intensifying financial pressures facing South Florida development sites.The discussion centers on a market where laborers realizing they are in great demand are now asking for more money, with some setting a new $300 daily labor floor for skilled trades.While existing fixed-price contracts force general contractors to absorb the brunt of rising material tariffs, new project proposals are undergoing a necessary recalibration to reflect 2026 prices.During the 62-minute discussion, Calienes details a landscape where the cost of essential building materials like copper wiring has more than tripled, forcing a shift in how contractors bid and budget for future developments.The reality of building in Miami is changing as the basic costs for workers and supplies seem to move higher every month.Homeowners and developers are finding that the old prices they used to pay for simple renovations or new houses are disappearing.A shrinking pool of available laborers has turned traditional masonry into a bottleneck that is now too slow and too expensive for the local market.As fewer workers are available to lay heavy concrete blocks, project timelines are stretching and costs are rising.To keep projects moving along, Calienes said he is increasingly recommending faster, high-tech ways to build that require less manpower.This inflationary environment is driving a shift toward alternative building technologies like Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) systems, which replace traditional masonry with high-efficiency foam and concrete bunkers.The method allows a three-man crew to erect a 2,000 square foot structure in roughly four weeks. Traditional concrete block construction often requires two months or more to reach the same point in the construction.While these materials carry a 10% to 15% price premium, owners move in much sooner since the process skips several time-consuming government inspections.An added bonus for clients opting for these high-efficiency homes is the reported drop in power bills by about half. Calienes also cited reports of insurance costs falling significantly for these structures.One client reportedly saw his annual insurance premium fall from $19,000 to about $10,000.Switching to these smart materials is a way for the local building industry to stay competitive as the cost of labor and traditional supplies discover a price ceiling in South Florida.

In this episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™, commercial real estate advisor Kevin Krueger explains how the mainland's congestion and costs now make South Beach a more livable alternative.The weekly podcast The Peter Zalewski Show™ features interviews with South Florida business leaders focused on real estate, finance and the economy.The program - hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ - is broadcast live every Wednesday at 4 pm (Miami time) at MiamiCondo.Club and on Peter Zalewski’s social media accounts to watch the free live broadcasts.The objective of the show is to deliver straight talk, share institutional knowledge and provide data-driven analysis on the macro and micro economic forces shaping the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.Episode OverviewIn the Jan. 28, 2026, episode of The Peter Zalewski Show™ podcast, host Peter Zalewski interviews Kevin Krueger, a commercial real estate advisor with Rise Realty, about how record growth and congestion in Greater Downtown Miami are driving quality-of-life-oriented residents back to South Beach.During the 68-minute episode, Krueger explains how the mainland's record costs now make the barrier island a more livable alternative for projects that combine housing, offices and shops.This shift reveals signs of a migration away from Greater Downtown Miami as residents seek to escape the high costs and congestion of the mainland’s urban core. The discussion offers a rare look at how South Beach is leveraging its historical charm and new transit "cheat codes" to outpace the newer neighborhoods across Biscayne Bay.South Beach—defined as Government Cut north to 41st Street, and the Atlantic Ocean west to Biscayne Bay—is reclaiming its status as a primary destination for residents who are tired of the mainland’s "concrete jungle" and rising expenses.Zalewski suggested that South Beach might come roaring back as a result of Greater Downtown Miami being too successful with its pricing, making the barrier island an increasingly attractive alternative.While the Brickell Avenue Area remains a massive financial hub, its 10% office vacancy rate suggests a cooling trend compared to suburban markets like Coral Gables and Coconut Grove, where vacancies have tightened to 5.0% and 3.0%, respectively.Krueger points out that as the mainland becomes a victim of its own success, the barrier island offers a more established lifestyle that newer neighborhoods like Edgewater or Wynwood simply cannot replicate.Class A office rates in Miami’s urban core have climbed from $55 some nine years ago to an average of up to $110 per square foot, while top-tier trophy assets now command between $125 and $200 per square foot.The South Beach market is uniquely positioned to serve these high-end users through boutique office spaces, typically requiring spaces between 2,000 and 8,000 square feet.This creates a specialized environment where executives can live and work within a 15-minute radius, supported by Miami Beach’s concierge programs to speed up the business permitting process.Retail on Lincoln Road has transitioned toward major international brands as lease rates hit $225 per square foot.This high-rent environment has effectively pushed out smaller industrial uses, making warehouse space virtually non-existent as old bays are converted into small shops and sleek office galleries.Krueger notes that South Beach’s maturation is being accelerated by infrastructure like the water taxi, which is designed to remove the frustration of traveling between the barrier island and the mainland.

In this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™, the hosts discuss how a looming price reset could divert the mainland’s momentum and return the spotlight to the former hotspot.Miami Condo Mondays™ is a live podcast hosted by Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ and veteran broker Jenny Huertas of CVRRealty.com providing an in-depth look at the latest residential real estate trends in South Florida.Recorded weekly in Greater Downtown Miami, the podcast offers a one-hour discussion on various real estate topics, including preconstruction condos, market trends and investment strategies.The hosts share their expertise, with Zalewski focusing on macro perspectives and Huertas offering micro insights from her on-the-ground experience.Tune in every Monday at 4 PM (EST) on the social media accounts of Peter Zalewski and Jenny Huertas for insights on the latest trends in the South Florida condo market.Episode OverviewIn this episode of Miami Condo Mondays™ podcast on Jan. 26, 2026, co-hosts Jenny Huertas‚ the broker-owner of CVR Realty, and Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ discuss a new report that spurred a discussion about how the current South Beach condo supply glut and abysmal cap rates could finally break the mainland’s recent dominance.The report was based on research conducted for the planned South Beach Condo Correction Walking Tour™ scheduled for 10 am Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.The data reveals that the barrier island is currently choked by 15.3 months of inventory while producing a basic cap rate of just 0.4% for investors based on current South Beach metrics.This statistical reality suggests that while a pivot has not yet materialized, the underlying conditions are being formed to refocus investor attention back to South Beach as the pricing pendulum prepares to swing across the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Causeway.While Greater Downtown Miami has successfully poached the "pretty people" with high-density towers and urban amenities for the last two decades, a meaningful price capitulation on South Beach could divert that momentum and return the market’s spotlight to the former hotspot.This potential market reset may not be that far fetched given South Florida’s tendency to drop the old for something new.Greater Downtown Miami has spent years as the shiny newcomer but the barrier island at lower prices could soon be positioned to reclaim its status as the “next big thing” if valuations finally buckle under the burden of the current carrying costs.As the Florida Condo Association Financial Cliff forces long-deferred repair costs into the light, any kind of resulting price correction—funded by cash-strapped unit owners heading for the exits—could offer a lower-density alternative to the speculative highrises currently defining the Greater Downtown Miami skyline.During the 67-minute episode, the discussion highlights that for the first time in years, the “shiny object” of Greater Downtown Miami is facing a legitimate threat from a South Beach market that is finally being forced to recalibrate its valuations, Zalewski said.The hosts—who both lived in South Beach during its heyday—wrapped up the episode exploring whether Greater Downtown Miami’s “winner-take-all” boom could be challenged by the same affordability crisis that once hollowed out the beach’s local population.

Welcome to Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ weekly podcast for a no-nonsense perspective on South Florida real estate from a pair of locals with differing opinions.Each week, real estate advisor Daniel Hernandez of Compass Real Estate and longtime analyst Peter Zalewski of the Miami Condo Investing Club™ break down the housing market headlines, unpack policy changes and provide unfiltered analysis on everything from condo terminations to Vintage unit fire sales, luxury speculative homes to developer strategies.Whether you are a homeowner, investor or real estate professional, Hernandez and Zalewski will give a local perspective on what is really happening across the tricounty South Florida region of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach with no fluff, no hype and plenty of data-backed opinions.We call balls and strikes on when to buy, sell and hold.Episode TopicsFor the Jan. 23, 2026, podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski give their take on the following five topics:Ken Billions Denies Rumors In WynwoodExtra Year Nobody Asked ForEnd Of Road For Edition?Crescent Heights Doubles Down In EdgewaterLive Local Bites Municipal AdministratorsThis podcast is broadcast live at 4 pm (EST) on the social media accounts of Daniel Hernandez and Peter Zalewski.Episode OverviewIn this Jan. 23, 2026, episode of the Buy, Sell, Hold Miami™ podcast, Hernandez and Zalewski cut through the local rhetoric, delivering straight talk on five of the biggest topics of critical importance to South Florida investors.The hosts discuss each topic and then announce whether each of them is a Buy, a Sell or a Hold on the issue. Their verdicts often differ, leading to sharp debate on the issue before moving on to the next topic.During the 52-minute discussion, Hernandez and Zalewski dive into the explosive rumors surrounding a potential $700 million Wynwood deal between “Ken Billions” (Ken Griffin of Citadel) and Moishe Mana, exploring why both parties are denying the talks and if Mana’s legacy project on Flagler Street is forcing his hand.A political battle is heating up over proposed changes to Miami’s municipal elections as Commissioner Damian Pardo seeks to lengthen his term to five years. The push by the Stronger Miami PAC to shift elections to even years is designed to increase voter turnout, though critics argue the move is a calculated attempt to consolidate power within the current administration.The episode features a dramatic exposé on the long-delayed Edition Residences in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood, detailing how the developer’s attempt at condo termination was rejected by a judge and why Zalewski speculates that Wall Street money is backing the holdout unit owners.The hosts dissect the chaos caused by Florida’s Live Local Act, which allows developers to bypass municipal zoning for workforce housing. This has led to fierce resistance from cities including Miami Beach, Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale, creating a bizarre market distortion where some market-rate rents are currently cheaper than regulated workforce housing rates in certain new projects.