Getting a divorce in the state of Florida can be a complex process. The waters can be made even muddier when there is real estate to be dealt with. The home may be in your name. However, your former spouse may attempt to procure a portion of the property. In this...
Real Estate Litigation
8 important seller disclosures when buying a home in Florida
When buying a home in Florida, it is important to be aware of the seller's disclosures. These are documents that list any problems with the property and any material facts about the property that could affect your decision to buy it. Here are the eight key seller...
Specific performance and liquidation damages in Florida
In any legal contract in Florida, two main types of damages can be awarded to one party: liquidated damages and specific performance. But what's the difference between the two? And when is it best to use one over the other? Keep reading to find out more. Liquidated...
Where property lines meet rising tides
The phenomenon of “coastal squeeze” in real estate litigation is an emerging reality in Florida. Property disputes regarding property lines are as old as society itself. In many cases, landowners encounter a conflict they need to solve in court or privately. When the...
What does it mean to have a defective title?
For investors in Florida, there are numerous things to consider when investing in property. Many people overlook the issue of having a title that's defective, which almost always has a huge bearing on the overall profitability of their investment. What a defective...
What is a quiet title action and do you need one?
In many cases in Florida, questions arise as to who owns a certain property and what can be done to resolve this problem. A quiet title action lawsuit is designed to assign ownership to the right party and close the case permanently. There are several reasons why you...
What makes a title defective in real estate
When an individual goes to buy a property in Florida, they may find that they can’t do so because of a property title that’s defective. Sometimes these issues can get fixed quickly, and other times it takes more time than it’s worth. These are some of the things that...
Obtain a property survey to avoid future disputes
A good many instances of Florida real estate disputes are avoidable if a property owner was more proactive. In this regard, some disputes could be avoided if a property survey is obtained at the time of a real estate sales transaction. Definition of a property survey...
Accurate disclosures protect real estate sellers from liability
Selling a home could be a time when you earn a profit or simply move on to new adventures. Whatever your motivation for selling a property in Florida, you are about to be a party to a high-value transaction. This means that you have legal obligations to meet once you...
Florida developer closes major land deal
A Florida-based real estate development company has announced that it has closed a deal to purchase 95 acres of undeveloped land in Charlotte County. Attorneys representing Lost Lagoon said on Sept. 17 that the developer had already placed funds in an escrow account...