Buyer Guide · March 21, 2026 · 8 min read
What International Buyers Should Know Before Closing in Miami
From FIRPTA and entity structuring to wiring funds and association approvals — the practical, often unwritten rules of buying South Florida property from abroad.
Most international clients who buy in Miami have done large transactions before — just not in Florida. The legal mechanics are surmountable; what surprises buyers is the choreography around them.
FIRPTA, foreign-national lending limits, board approvals in coveted buildings, and bank wire windows can each move your closing date by a week if they're not sequenced early. We address them in the first conversation, not the last.
We also work in close collaboration with Florida real estate attorneys, CPAs, and private bankers who understand cross-border ownership structures. The right team, lined up before you make an offer, is what turns an exciting purchase into a quiet one.
If you're considering Miami from Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, or Asia, the most useful first step is a confidential planning call — well before any property tour.