Quitclaim Deeds are typically used in real estate transactions involving family members or close friends, or when little or no money is being exchanged for a transfer of title. Unlike Warranty Deeds, Quitclaim Deeds do not guarantee that the property title is clear of defects, which requires a higher level of trust...
Some cities and counties in Florida require an attorney opinion of title for certain real estate matters (such as a Unity of Title, water and sewer setup, zoning, development or permitting). Some lenders also require an attorney opinion of title letters, often for real estate transactions.
Whether you are buying or selling a home, a building or a piece of land, every real estate transaction comes with potential pitfalls that can pose a real risk to your investment. Getting sound advice and guidance from a qualified Florida real estate attorney can help you manage that risk, no matter...
The term caveat emptor is not widely known among most real estate buyers and investors, but it is one of the most important and consequential legal principles of Commercial Real Estate transactions. Latin for “let the buyer beware,” it means that the buyer alone is responsible for verifying the quality and suitability...
Broadly speaking, a deed is any legal instrument that conveys real property from one party to another. Whether you are purchasing a property or are being gifted one, you will need to sign some type of deed prepared by a Real Estate Attorney that recognizes the transfer and your subsequent legal...
A Florida Enhanced Life Estate Deed (also known as a “Lady Bird Deed” because President Lyndon Johnson used one to pass property to his wife, Lady Bird Johnson) is an estate planning instrument that allows a property owner to maintain control of his or her real property while also avoiding probate...
The Unity of Title Process is a foundational requirement for many real estate developments, from single families to duplexes and condominiums. It is also used for commercial projects. Obtaining a Unity of Title often requires an Opinion of Title, which is a separate process that entails various forms and procedures. Understanding this two-step...
When someone who owns real property in Florida but lives somewhere else passes away, the process of transferring ownership of that property is known as ancillary administration. Ancillary administration is also necessary when a Florida resident dies leaving property in another state.
Florida law requires that a personal...
If you own or plan to acquire multiple plots of land in Broward or Miami-Dade County (or other counties in the State of Florida) and develop a new construction project on the site, you may need to comply with the Unity of Title process, as well obtain an Opinion of Title....
One of the biggest and most important choices you will make as a business owner is deciding on the right commercial real estate for your business. Whether you need a place to launch your new enterprise, or need room for your existing business to grow, you will need reliable Commercial Title...
