Recent Blog Posts
Can Landlords Ever Legally Disclose Tenant Information?
Landlords and tenants can interact with each other in many different ways, and have many different types of relationships. However, there are certain responsibilities that landlords and tenants have to each other, and one of them involves privacy rights. A landlord has an obligation to preserve the privacy rights of their tenants, and only… Read More »
Is The Florida Real Estate Market In Trouble?
For many years, Florida has been a vibrant place with a thriving real estate market, and it is still a place where many find their lifelong home. However, events in recent years have changed things – climate change, skyrocketing insurance rates, and even outside factors like immigration concerns are creating problems for many prospective… Read More »
What Can An In-House Condominium Attorney Do For Your Association?
A significant proportion of Floridians live in condo associations, but not every condo association is created equal. Some handle hundreds of units, while may only have a dozen or two. The needs of each association will differ just as much as their composition, but one of the major questions each one must ask is… Read More »
The Hows & Whys Of Florida Evictions
No good landlord enjoys evicting a tenant – but sometimes, it becomes necessary to do just that. Florida law sets out specific criteria that a situation must meet before a landlord can start eviction proceedings, and if they try to evict a tenant when it is not warranted, the consequences can be significant. The… Read More »
Buying A Homestead In Florida
Florida property law allows a person to designate a “homestead” as their primary residence within the state, which grants the property certain protections. However, not every property is created equal, and there are factors that can make a piece of property undesirable as a homestead. Consulting a Florida real estate attorney can help you… Read More »
State Law Gives Florida Real Estate Buyers Information On Past Floods
Florida has historically been a seller-friendly environment when it comes to real estate, but a recently altered law solidifies a new protection that applies to buyers, renters, mobile home owners, and property developers. In 2024, the state passed a law requiring sellers to disclose to buyers whether flood insurance claims have been filed for… Read More »
My Safe Florida Grant Program Aims To “Harden” More Condo Associations
In 2024, the My Safe Florida Condominium Grant Program was signed into law, intended to help condo associations put better hurricane protections in place via grants and free inspections. However, it has had a somewhat troubled launch, with this year’s launch being pushed back to August. Still, barring catastrophe, condo associations will still have… Read More »
How Many Is “Too Many” People In One Rental House?
On average, a Florida rental property will have an occupancy limit, even if it is not communicated to a potential renter at first – many landlords simply assume that a tenant will not breach it, and thus it is not worth bringing up. However, tenants may also simply ignore the limit if they choose… Read More »
Why Is A Title Search So Important In Florida Real Estate Transactions?
When a person is interested in buying a piece of property in Florida, the next step for them after making an offer is a title search. A title search is a crucial step in the real estate process, as it can uncover any potential irregularities in the chain of ownership. Without a title search,… Read More »
Protecting Your Condo Association In Third-Party Contracts
Traditionally, summer is when many Florida condo associations reevaluate their relationships with third-party companies, such as landscapers, security staff or property management companies. If you are a board member, it is important to be aware of exactly what your association may need, rather than what a third-party can offer. The right attorney can help… Read More »