Considering a luxury renovation or custom build in Fort Lauderdale—but haven’t bought the property yet?

STUDIO 818’s Buy-It-Right Property Consulting™ gives you expert eyes on the ground before you commit to a home purchase. We help you determine whether a property can support your lifestyle goals, your design vision, and your budget—before you ever make an offer.

Fort Lauderdale’s real estate market is full of charming mid-century homes, awkward remodels, and prime lots near the water—but not all of them are a smart investment.

From FEMA flood zone overlays to tight lot lines in Coral Ridge or Victoria Park, every neighborhood has its own rules and risks. We help you navigate it all with clarity and confidence.

What We Deliver

Buy-It-Right Property Consulting™ by STUDIO 818 includes:

  • Zoning & site restriction analysis

    (essential in areas East of I-95)

  • Design potential review

    — what could this home or lot become?

  • Full pre-purchase property feasibility study

    Know EXACTLY what is possible for a property

  • Preliminary budget estimates

    (renovation or new build) – based on your design aesthetic & desired finish levels

  • Projected post-improvement value

    What your property be worth after building or improving

  • Risk assessment

    . . . and go/no-go guidance

  • Buyer’s representation

    (or coordination with your existing contracted Realtor)

We’re not here to sell you a house.

We’re here to help you buy the right one.

Fort Lauderdale Market Expertise

We’ve been investing, building, and advising in Fort Lauderdale for over a decade, so we know what to look for in this highly segmented market. We help clients evaluate properties in:

✔  Coral Ridge & Bayview – Navigating flood zones, expansion potential, and value ceilings

✔  Rio Vista & Las Olas Isles – Waterfront teardown feasibility, dock permitting

✔  Victoria Park & Wilton Manors – Reconfiguring Mid-Century Modern and other older homes for today’s lifestyle

✔  Harbor Beach & Seven Isles – Luxury-level budgeting and architectural expansion potential

Whether you’re relocating from out of state or moving up within the area, our team brings deep insight into what’s actually possible—not just what looks good on a listing.

Why This Matters Now

Due to the recent NAR settlement, buyers are now expected to pay for representation directly—so it’s never been more important to get true value from your advisor.

Are you paying someone to show you houses—or to help you strategically invest in your future home?

With Buy-It-Right Property Consulting, you’re getting expert guidance from a team that not only understands real estate, but also what it actually takes to renovate, expand, or build new in Fort Lauderdale’s permitting and zoning environment.

Who Is Buy-It-Right Property Consulting For

This consulting service is designed for buyers with a total investment budget of $2M+, who want to:

✔ Renovate an outdated home into a custom-designed residence
✔ Expand a home for modern living and resale potential
✔ Tear down and build new on a prime Fort Lauderdale lot

How It Works

Step 1: Discovery & Benchmarking

We clarify your lifestyle needs, design priorities, and investment targets.

Step 2: Property Screening & Feasibility

We analyze zoning, structure, layout, and lot restrictions to prequalify options.

Step 3: Scope, Budget & Value

We estimate renovation or build costs and provide post-improvement value ranges.

Step 4: Purchase with Confidence

Armed with expert insights, you can move forward (or walk away) with clarity.

Learn more about our full Buy-It-Right Property Consulting process

Ready to find and buy the right property in Fort Lauderdale?

Let’s talk strategy before you tour another home.

Ready to find and buy the right property in Fort Lauderdale?

Let’s talk strategy before you tour another home.

Have other questions about working with STUDIO 818?

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