Fort Lauderdale Real Estate Law Blog
Do environmental issues impact Florida residential real estate?
When buying or selling residential real estate in Florida, there is a seemingly endless number of aspects that must be considered. Many will think about location, land, the neighborhood, schools, mortgage rates, resale value, maximizing profit and much more. Other...
New Florida Coastline Development Rules Look to the Future
The Sunshine State has long as a retirement goal for many Americans. The endless beaches, gorgeous weather and friendly tax laws combine to create a real-world paradise for U.S. retirees. These factors also put a high demand on Florida’s coastline real estate,...
Real estate escrow deposits: What happens if I walk away?
Real estate transactions come with some risk. Sellers take a risk when they accept an offer. They are no longer talking to other potential buyers and could loose out on other options if the deal falls through. A seller often asks for a deposit to help mitigate this...
Deciding whether or not to use a realtor to sell your home
With the current Florida housing market remaining strong, driven in part by prolonged low interest rates, some homeowners may forego the help of a realtor and put their home on the market as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO. According to a recent housing market report,...
Are you ready for these hurdles in commercial real estate deals?
2020 is an interesting year for real estate deals. The real estate market is thriving, but the pandemic is causing some interesting and unexpected hurdles. The hurdles vary with the type of real estate transaction, but two specific problems to prepare for when dealing...
Residential real estate in 2020: Tips to entice buyers
It is likely not a surprise to anyone paying attention to the real estate market that things are different in 2020 compared to past years. The pandemic has changed the way we shop for homes. Actual, in person home viewings are down with more and more potential buyers...
How an attorney can help you with a for sale by owner deal
Buying and selling residential real estate is oftentimes the biggest transaction people make in their lives. There are usually a whole host of professionals involved in the process, which often makes buying and selling real estate seem easy. But the assistance of...
Tips to reduce hidden expenses that come with refinancing
Mortgage refinance options can result in better deal for the homeowner. Although the terms of the refinance are appealing, homeowners are wise to consider the cost that can accompany the transaction. What expenses accompany a refinance? Banks that offer refinancing...
Florida a rising destination for residential real estate buyers
The current health situation gripping Florida and the nation is relatively unprecedented for everyone, but especially for those who are weighing their options as to where they want to live. Increasingly, people are deciding that they want to move from one state to...
Special considerations for residential real estate contracts in 2020
Buyers and sellers who are looking to move forward with residential real estate contracts, like many things in 2020, should take some special considerations into account while navigating the transaction. This year has seen some unique situations. Most notable, the...
