Seeking to purchase Florida real estate as a non-resident can be a stressful process. This is especially true if you do not know the geographic area in question well. Buying real estate is a big investment, which makes finding the perfect property essential. Whether you are a business looking to purchase commercial real estate or a [...]
Commercial title search is a key component in any commercial real estate transaction. Without title searches, the buyers and sellers of properties would likely find the risks of selling and buying too high to proceed. By developing a strong understanding of commercial title search and the role it plays in commercial real estate, businesses can [...]
Businesses of all sizes run the risk of encountering lawsuits that can pose potential financial and public relations-related issues. Because lawsuits are public record, they can easily gain the attention of the media. Being the subject of a public controversy can damage a company’s reputation, which may in turn affect profits. Additionally, lawsuits are expensive, [...]
In Real Estate Law, when more than one person owns and resides in a property at the same time, they are said to be either Tenant in Common or Joint Tenants. The exact type of tenancy along with any additional terms, conditions and provisions are spelled out as binding items in the title deed of [...]
Being able to remain in your home during times of financial hardship is extremely important. Being forced out of your home can cause personal and further financial distress resulting in a downward spiral that can affect your family and work life. Luckily, with planning and help from an experienced foreclosure defense attorney, it is possible [...]
In the middle of the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, many people have been hit with financial distress due to job losses and other loss of income. Despite extensions made for income tax and other official payments, property taxes for your Florida county are still due this year. However, there are options you can take to help [...]
Between 2010 and the first quarter of 2020, the US economy has seen steady growth quarter on quarter. Up until the current COVID-19 crisis and its devastating economic impact, we had been experiencing the longest period of economic prosperity in US history with few foreclosures and evictions. That has now changed, with March 2020 new [...]
As most Americans are currently quarantined in their houses, across the country and across Florida businesses have largely transferred their duty of care to the Community Associations where their employees live. This means that while many parts of the economy come to a standstill, America’s Homeowner Associations and Condominium Associations are busier than ever. Amidst [...]
Whether you are a landlord or tenant in these uncertain times, you face the likelihood of a dispute over rent, repair or some other aspect of your short term lease. These disputes are often exacerbated by mistakes or missteps made on both sides. If you find yourself in a dispute with your tenant or landlord [...]
Do you make - or plan to make money using a house flipping business model? If so, here are a few of the legal aspects of the house flipping business model to look out for in Florida. FHA Restrictions Many homes that fall into the category of “flippable” may be located in areas dominated by [...]
