Our Story
About Lock & Leave Florida
"I've worked on the developer's side. Now I put that knowledge to work for you."
The Founder
Katia Fernandez
Licensed Florida Real Estate Advisor
A Different Perspective on Luxury Real Estate
Lock & Leave Florida was created to make discovering and purchasing luxury condominium residences across Florida a more informed, personalized, and effortless experience.
Founded by Katia Fernandez, a Florida-licensed real estate professional since 2002, Lock & Leave Florida is built on more than two decades of experience specializing in luxury pre-construction and new construction condominiums.
What makes Katia's approach different is her extensive background working directly within developers' in-house sales teams, including Related Group, Two Roads Development, BTI Partners, and Valor Real Estate Development.
Having spent years on the developer's side of the transaction, she understands the details that buyers don't always see — from pricing strategies and contract structures to developer incentives, construction timelines, and potential negotiation opportunities.
Today, that experience works in her clients' favor.
20+ Years
Florida Real Estate Experience
Specializing in luxury pre-construction and new construction condominiums since 2002.
Developer-Side Expertise
Insider Industry Knowledge
Years of experience working directly with Florida's leading luxury condominium developers.
Buyer-Focused Guidance
Knowledge That Works for You
Strategic insight into developer pricing, incentives, negotiations, and the purchasing process.
The Insider Advantage
Buying directly from a developer doesn't necessarily mean getting the best possible terms. Knowing how developers operate, what questions to ask, and where opportunities for negotiation may exist can make a meaningful difference.
Katia helps buyers look beyond the advertised price to understand the full value of a purchase, including potential incentives, upgrades, deposit structures, closing costs, and contract terms.
Her goal is simple: help every client find the right residence and negotiate the most favorable terms available.
Pricing Strategies
How developers set, stage, and release pricing, and what that structure means for the terms you are offered.
Contract Structures
Deposit schedules, closing costs, and the clauses that define exactly what you are agreeing to.
Developer Incentives
Where credits, upgrades, and concessions may exist, and how to ask for them.
Construction Timelines
What completion schedules mean for your plans, and where negotiation opportunities may appear.
The Lock & Leave Lifestyle
Luxury Living, Without the Limitations
Lock & Leave Florida celebrates a lifestyle where homeownership and freedom go hand in hand.
From waterfront condominiums to resort-inspired residences, the focus is on properties that offer exceptional amenities, convenience, security, and the ability to simply lock the door and leave whenever life takes you elsewhere.
Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a seasonal retreat, or a second home, Lock & Leave Florida connects you with extraordinary places to live, supported by the knowledge of someone who understands the industry from the inside.
Your next chapter deserves more than a beautiful address. It deserves the right guidance.