Purchasing a home or other real property is no simple task. It is common for even experienced homebuyers or property investors to run into difficulties when faced with the many steps, requirements, and legal documents necessary to complete a purchase. Building codes, inspections, titles, and legal jargon can be overwhelming without extensive...

Homebuying and selling is a contractual process that can often be legally complex. It also generally involves numerous parties and large amounts of money. This sounds like a scenario that would require assistance from a real estate attorney who knows the ins and outs of Florida law. However, Florida law does...

Even small construction projects are substantial undertakings that come with a high degree of risk. Whether you’re lending or managing a small remodel or building from the ground up, proper disbursement of funds is essential. Unless a property owner has the capital to pay for the construction project in full, they will...

If you need to transfer Florida real estate to a limited liability company, trust, family member, or another individual, a quitclaim deed (also known as a quit claim deed) can help accomplish this. This method of transferring title is generally quicker and easier than other options, but you must first ensure that...

Selling a home is a stressful process, wrought with opportunities for unpleasant surprises and hidden costs. One way that many sellers are combatting the high costs is by selling their homes without a real estate agent. Choosing the “for sale by owner” (FSBO) route can be an appealing option if you are...

In Florida, sellers are required to disclose certain information to prospective buyers of their property (even if the property is being bought “As Is”). Exactly what they must disclose is dictated by both statutory law and case law, which can make it difficult to discern just how much information a seller is...