On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Mar 4, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions
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...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Feb 21, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions, Residential Real Estate
It is important to conduct a title search prior to finalizing a real estate transaction. A title search will help determine if there are any encumbrances on the property by looking through public records to see if there any other claims to the property. What kinds of...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Feb 20, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions
The real estate market is changing. Although the basics remain the same, two parties still generally come together to buy and sell property, the tools we use to negotiate these transactions are changing at a rapid rate. Gone are the days when the details of the...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Jan 31, 2020 | Real Estate Transactions, Residential Real Estate
Whether thinking of taking up life as a snow bird or moving for more long-term reasons, purchasing a home in Florida can come with a number of advantages. Aside from the sunshine, two tax advantages can include: Estate tax. Those looking to put together an estate plan...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Oct 9, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
Condominium associations are commonplace in Florida. These associations can offer residents the comfort of community amenities and take care of many landscaping needs … for a price. Condominium association fees range depending on the community. Lawmakers have...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Aug 8, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
A property survey confirms land boundaries. Potential buyers can use these surveys to define new parcels of land or identify a parcel of land that already exists but with unclear boundaries. Many types of surveys are available to meet various needs, including: Land...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Jul 5, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
Purchasing or selling a piece of real estate is often an individual or family’s largest financial transaction. Since so much is on the line, frustration can run high for both parties if the transaction does not move forward. Whether a new job, financial...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Jun 20, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
The man thought he was getting the deal of a lifetime. He put in a bid for just over $9,000 to get a villa. He won…or so he thought. Upon further review it turns out he did not get the villa. Instead, he is now the owner of a plot of land that is approximately...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Jun 14, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
Real estate underwriting can provide a valuable advantage for those who are looking to purchase real estate. Individuals looking to purchase a home or businesses looking to purchase property as part of a business venture will likely go through the underwriting...
On behalf of Law Office of Kimberly A. Abrams & Associates, P.A. | Jun 11, 2019 | Real Estate Transactions
Although the importance of a title search when looking to purchase property is well known, not everyone knows much about the process. The following will answer three common questions that often come up regarding title searches. #1: What exactly is a title search? A...
