The coronavirus -so fast-moving and stealthy – has quickly made its way around the globe, and the resulting COVID-19 pandemic has put us all on edge. Not only is it posing very serious and life-threatening health risks, it has also forced many of our businesses to completely shut down. Restaurants, retail, and entertainment venues are […]
Among one of the hundreds of decisions you’ll have to make when buying a house is whether or not to buy title insurance. While every homeowner’s situation is different, we generally encourage our clients to consider making the relatively minimal investment in order to protect such a large financial purchase for the long haul (for […]
We hate to be the bearers of bad news, fellow Floridians, but whether we like it or not, hurricane season is fast approaching. And while there are a whole host of unknowns that come with storm season, one thing we know for certainty is that it pays to be prepared. Another thing we know? It’s […]
Most homeowners work with a real estate agent when buying or selling a home, but what about a real estate attorney? This is an area that can seem more ambiguous to some, but an attorney’s role couldn’t be more important to the success of a real estate transaction. If you have questions about what a […]
In most real estate transactions, there are generally three key players at the table: the buyer, the seller, and the lender. Each player has a stake in the transaction, and each should be doing what they can to protect their interests and assets throughout the process. The best way to do this? Ensure that you […]
Once you’ve found your dream home and chosen to move forward with the purchase, many steps have to take place on the road to closing day. Let’s walk through some of those important steps that happen during the real estate closing process in Florida. What happens at a real estate closing? During a real estate […]
All of the excitement, stress, and anxiety related to a real estate transaction culminates on one final day – closing. It’s the big day when final papers are signed (a lot of them!), checks are passed (big ones!), and you finally get the keys to your new kingdom. Closing on your Florida property signals more […]
For most people, buying a home will be one of the biggest purchases of their lives. What’s more, aside from just the financial investment in the property, there can also be a significant emotional investment as well. Given such an investment, it goes without saying that property owners should do what they can to ensure […]
Waiting to receive your insurance settlement can seem like it takes forever. We hear you loud and clear. And sadly, it can take far too long, as we’ve seen played out in claim after claim throughout the state of Florida. Our elected officials and the Florida Senate Insurance and Banking Committee knows it’s a problem, […]
Real estate transactions are not run-of-the-mill purchases for most people (and for those that they are, they likely have a full team of lawyers working round-the-clock for them). Purchasing real estate can be incredibly complex; involve numerous clauses, agreements, and sheer paperwork to read through (and understand!); expose problems you didn’t know you needed to […]
As a renter in Florida, you have to be more than just savvy. You must be attentive to every last detail, especially those that get spelled out in your lease agreement. After all, understanding what you will be responsible for and knowing when to hold your landlord accountable are important for protecting yourself if things […]
Spoiler alert: No (if the claim is less than five years old)! According to Florida Statute §95.11, the statute of limitations for property damage claims in Florida is typically five years. Here in Florida, homeowner’s insurance premiums are among the highest in the nation primarily due to our elevated risk for damage caused by natural […]
8In our Tenants’ Rights series on our blog, we’ve discussed numerous issues facing Florida renters and lessees. From understanding your security deposit to knowing what to do if you experience wind, water, mold or damage from some other disaster, the lines between who is responsible for what can often feel blurred if you don’t know your legal […]
It happened. You never thought it would, but disaster struck and now you’ve found yourself in a position that requires you to file a claim with your insurance company for your Florida home. Aside from the emotional shock you may be experiencing, a torrent of logistical questions are also likely floating around your head. First […]
If there’s one thing that’s sure to stir up conversation at the dinner table, it’s talk about the insurance claims process in Florida. It seems like no matter who you meet, we all have a story (or two, or three…) to share about an experience we’ve had with an insurance company. Very rarely do these […]