Buying a waterfront home in Fort Lauderdale is an exciting venture. Whether you decide on an Intercoastal Waterway estate or oceanfront condo, the tranquility of waterfront living can make a dream turn into reality. Even if this is your second or third home, investing...
It may seem like a dream view. Look out your window and you see lush, green grass. The best part? You do not need to take care of that grass. Owning a property near a golf course can come with pros and cons. One of the most obvious benefits, as mentioned above, is the...
Buying a home is an exciting and terrifying moment. This seesaw ride of emotions often hits the low, or terrifying, end when we sit down to finalizing the transaction. The closing process involves a lot of paperwork. What is all this paperwork? Is it all important?...
It began with a cemetery. A local government told the owner of a 90-acre parcel of land that included a small cemetery that regulations required she open the cemetery to the public during daytime hours. The woman fought back. She argued against having her private...
Real estate in Florida can be some of the best in the world. Unfortunately, it can also come with some of the highest risk. Property along the coastline can be subject to the devastation of a hurricane. These powerful storms can destroy roofs, level walls and even...
A real estate attorney can help buyers and investors to protect their interests. This is true for transactions that range from multimillion-dollar projects to buyers who are interested in purchasing a single-family unit currently owned by a bank. Buyers or sellers...
A homeowner uses a short sale when they sell their property for less than the outstanding mortgage. A homeowner may consider a short sale if the value of the property falls significantly. Lenders will often consider a 20 percent drop in home price to qualify as a...
Technological advances have made it much easier to buy and sell properties. Apps like Zillow provide information on available properties and interested parties can get in touch with each other using a simple email. As a result, buyers and sellers may consider...
Condominium Agreements require the Condominium Association cover certain expenses relating to the units within the community. The details of coverage can vary with each community, but coverage often includes a general obligation to maintain and repair pipes. This is...
Parties to an “AS IS” Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase in Florida must follow certain here are certain steps when the contract is subject to a lease after purchase. Depending on the language of the contract, these steps can include: ...
