There are a lot of steps that come with getting a new home. Whether a primary property or a vacation home, a failure to take these steps can result in unexpected surprises after the closing. One way to help reduce this risk is to conduct a thorough walk through in the...
Year: 2020
Encroachment today: Fences, garages and saws — oh my!
Boundary disputes are not a novel concept. Neighbors have argued about where the line between their property lies for centuries. Otherwise amicable neighbor relations can quickly turn sour if the two disagree on where a fence should go or whether a tree is infringing....
What happens when FL’s foreclosure ban ends?
Floridians are struggling to meet their mortgage payments. According to a recent piece in the Sun Sentinel, over 33% of adults in the state report they struggled meeting either their rent or mortgage payment in June and may be unable to make the payment in July. The...
Three reasons to have an attorney review a commercial lease
Businesses interested in renting space are wise to review commercial lease contracts before signing the agreement. A failure to careful consider all the terms of the document could result in unexpected surprises in the future. Three examples to pay close attention to...
Commercial real estate 101: A primer on term sheets
The commercial real estate market in Florida is in the midst of a change. The current coronavirus pandemic has accelerated trends that were already in the works: delivery and take-out services are soaring, telemedicine offerings are thriving and more and more...
A-Rod implicated in Florida real estate dispute
Baseball legend Alex “A-Rod” Rodriguez is part of a six-year real estate battle with his ex-brother-in-law, Constantine Scurtis. The dispute involves a multifamily real estate venture and claims of continuing breach of fiduciary duty, conversion and breach of...
Two reasons a buyer should choose an attorney for title work in FL
Title work is invaluable when purchasing property. This process provides a potential buyer with information about the home and better ensures that there are no issues with a transfer in ownership. Buyers in Florida have an opportunity not available in all states. In...
Considering a refi deal during the coronavirus pandemic?
The coronavirus pandemic has shaken the nation’s economy. Florida, a state that thrives on its tourism segment, has been hit especially hard. This, coupled with the fact businesses had to lay off tens of thousands of workers in March, have led consumers to have the...
Shopping for real estate during a pandemic? These tips can help.
The National Association of Realtors recently surveyed real estate agents from throughout the country to get a better idea of what the real estate market is looking like in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Through use of a survey, these agents report a 48%...
Landlords and tenants: 3 negotiation tips during COVID-19
Landlords and tenants in Florida are navigating unchartered waters. Never before have businesses and travel been shut down by the government due to a pandemic. Never before have tenants and landlords needed to figure out how to reach mutual agreements to keep both on...