Fort Lauderdale Real Estate Law Blog
Can an HOA foreclose on property owners for working from home?
Homeowners associations (HOA) can have some interesting requirements. From the color of exterior paint to length of grass, homeowners likely expect some requirements while others may come as a surprise. Whether known or not, further problems can develop if an HOA...
How has the new coronavirus impacted Florida real estate?
The new coronavirus has had a massive impact on everyday life. News shows are encouraging safe practices and reminding viewers to wash their hands. Sporting events are getting cancelled, college course work is shifting to an online platform and government agencies are...
Walton homeowners continue to fight for beach rights
Those who own beach property know it comes with some benefits and risks. When looking at property in Florida on the emerald coastline of the panhandle, these benefits can include sugar white sand and beautiful green waters. The risks can include the occasional...
As mortgage rates hit lows, homeowners may consider refinancing
Mortgage rates throughout the country are hitting low numbers. The drop is likely the result of the Federal Reserve’s emergency interest rate cut. Due to this cut, the Mortgage Bankers Association reports 30-year fixed rates fell to 3.47% — the lowest rate since 2012....
What do home mortgage modifications look like in 2020?
If you are struggling to make your home mortgage payments, you are not alone. An estimated 2 million American homeowners are currently struggling to pay their monthly mortgage payments. Thankfully, those who find themselves in this situation have options. Some...
When can interested buyers cancel a real estate contract?
Buying a property is an exciting and stressful event. The cost is huge — often the largest financial transaction one will make in their life. So, what happens if you thought you found the perfect place and moved forward with an offer only to realize the property just...
Florida real estate disclosure documents: Examples
Real estate disclosure documents, also referred to as property disclosure statements, are legally binding documents. A seller generally provides this information to a potential buyer after accepting a proposed offer. The details of these documents depend on applicable...
Will Florida’s real estate market boom continue through 2020?
Forbes listed numerous Florida cities as a “real estate investors best bet” for 2019. The publication is one of many reasons the state experienced a real estate boom last year. Will the state’s real estate market continue to thrive in 2020? Thus far, the answer is a...
Loan modification for Florida homeowners: 3 FAQs
A loan modification can result in an adjustment to the terms of a mortgage. Those who are considering this strategy likely have the following questions: Who can benefit from a loan modification? A homeowner who wishes to stay within their home but is having difficulty...
Two owners + one Florida home = bitter court battle
Two Florida homeowners recently took a nasty homeownership battle to court. The dispute involves a $500,000 single family property in Naples, Florida owned by a father and son. The two bought the home with a 50/50 ownership agreement in 2017. Although we do not know...
