Category Archives: Real Estate
Tips For First-Time Florida Real Estate Investors
The real estate market in Florida has been the making of countless millionaires for many years, and the number of investors who seek to make their fortune there never seems to diminish. For the first-time investor, however, success can seem impossible given the speed at which the market moves. Consulting an experienced real estate… Read More »
Dealing With Joint Tenancy In Florida Real Estate Transactions
There are several different ways to own property in Florida, and it is very common for more than one person to have a share in a piece of real property. That said, having multiple owners can lead to complications in the event of a real estate sale. If you are interested in purchasing a… Read More »
Do Sunshine Laws Apply To Community Associations?
Florida’s “Sunshine laws” require full disclosure of all records related to government meetings, and because of its “governmental” rule in enforcing regulations and collecting money, many believe that homeowners’ associations (HOA) also fall under this rule. In truth, neither HOAs nor condo boards are considered governmental organizations, and thus are not subject to the… Read More »
Uncovering Problems After The Real Estate Closing
Most of the time, when a real estate closing has been concluded, everything has gone according to plan. Money and keys have changed hands, and both buyer and seller leave happy. However, there are rare instances in which problems do arise. A buyer may experience regret; a seller may have made an oversight or… Read More »
Defining The “Right To Quiet Enjoyment”
The right to quiet enjoyment is a concept that often gets misapplied or misconstrued when discussing community associations and their tenants. People believe that it means the right to be free of nuisances – noise or other disruptions – when in reality, it means that a tenant must have perfect possession of the property,… Read More »
Florida Real Estate Closings, Start To Finish
The anatomy of a Florida real estate closing can be straightforward, but it may also be difficult and confusing to navigate, particularly if the buyer or seller involved has never participated in the process before. There is quite a lot that must go on behind the scenes before the parties ever meet to hand… Read More »
New Requirements For Condominium Buildings Take Effect
In September 2022, Florida’s brand new inspection requirements for buildings over 3 stories tall went into effect. The legislature passed sweeping reforms of state laws after the tragic 2021 collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, intending for greater oversight of building quality, as well as increasing requirements for community associations and condominiums in… Read More »
Should New Homeowners “Harden” Their Florida Homes?
In early 2022, Florida State Representative Nick Diceglie (R-Indian Rocks Beach) filed what came to be known as the “home-hardening” bill. The proposed legislation offered homeowners a chance to “harden” their homes by offering grants to windproof dwellings in vulnerable areas. The legislation passed into law in May, but it has taken until November… Read More »
Why Do I Need A Florida Real Estate Lawyer?
It is true that in Florida, one does not need a real estate attorney for most residential real estate transactions. However, it is definitely in the average person’s best interest to hire one anyway, simply because doing so may help to protect you from easily avoidable errors or problems during the process. If you… Read More »
Common Questions At Florida Real Estate Closings
The closing is the last step of what can be a complex process of buying real estate. While the process in Florida is fairly straightforward, it is not uncommon for last-minute questions or concerns to crop up before the closing can be successfully completed. Both buyer and seller may want to be reassured about… Read More »