Whether you are seeking warmer weather, a different entertainment scene, or just ready to get on the Florida lifestyle, there’s plenty of reasons to consider a move to Miami.
A premier city in the Sunshine State, Miami has so much to offer to residents from white sandy beaches to scenic postcard views in just about every corner of the city. If you’re considering making a move to Miami, here are a few things to keep in mind.
1. Set a Budget
When it comes to Miami real estate, it is important to recognize how much you are willing to spend on a condo, apartment, or home. You may be spending more on amenities for certain units than the actual living space itself. For example, an Aria condo for sale will come with the desired number of bedrooms and bathrooms you are considering with significant square footage for luxury condos based on those floor plans.
While custom cabinetry, gourmet kitchen, and sizeable outdoor terraces make the property a standout in Miami, first-class amenities like sunrise and sunset pools and a hot tub overlooking Biscayne Bay come with the cost of making Aria your new home address. In fact, many luxury and bay condos will offer up some amenities and even expanded availability for penthouse units with a state-of-the-art fitness center or private spa area.
2. Find the right neighborhood for you.
Besides your budget for a new home, it’s important to have an idea of the neighborhoods of Miami and what may be better suited to your lifestyle. Aria on the Bay is located just two blocks south of the Adrienne Arsht Centre of the Performing Arts, in the heart of Miami’s arts & entertainment district, a downtown urban area with high-rise residential towers.
If you are looking at real estate through a broker, be sure to mention to them your way of life. If you are looking for quieter locales, you may be interested in parts of Miami Beach that are a tad more secluded. If you’re into more of a party scene, South Beach may be better off for your budget.
3. Take inventory of your items.
Moving is a great time to consider options, not only of the best deals available for your moving budget but to evaluate just how much stuff you have and what can come with you to Miami. It doesn’t hurt to look into the potential need for a storage unit to hold over some of the items that you may later choose to sell or slowly work back into your new condo.
You may want to put that money towards something you had planned for the future like a vacation or an engagement ring for that special someone. You can even look into Kays previously owned treasures for great deals on a band that will sparkle, or a wedding ring for the special day.
4. Be Prepared for Some Adjustments
If you haven’t experienced Miami before or perhaps you’ve only had a brief work or vacation stay, there are some adjustments that come with getting used to the Miami lifestyle. Miami is very much akin to Los Angeles, where you need a car to get around, which does create significant issues with traffic, so be sure to give yourself time when exploring your new surroundings.
While the weather is often a highlight to most of Miami, it is also a draw for tourism, so expect a busy swath of people during the “winter” months when you are enjoying temperatures of 70 degrees and higher.
It is also important to note that you have to have your legal documents transferred over to your new Miami address. In fact, you are legally required to file with the Florida DMV within 30 days of relocating from another state. However, the sky’s the limit and the opportunities are endless in this haven.
