Important Resources for Real Estate in FloridaUnderstanding property valuations, taxes, and legal regulations is crucial to navigating the complexities of real estate in Florida for homeowners, investors, and business owners alike. Those involved in real estate...
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Important Differences Between Grantor vs Grantee under Florida Real Estate Law
Important Differences Between Grantor vs Grantee under Florida Real Estate LawIn Florida, real estate transactions undoubtedly involve several legal terms and notions. Two of the most important roles in real estate processes are that of the Grantor vs Grantee. In...
Closing on a House Checklist: 12 Noteworthy Reminders
Closing on a House Checklist: 12 Noteworthy RemindersResidential real estate closings have several moving parts of which to keep track. So, it’s expected that some considerations may be easily forgotten during the closing process. What to keep in mind for your Closing...
Do I need title insurance if I pay cash for real estate in Florida?
Do I need title insurance if I pay cash for real estate in Florida?Many of our articles are premised on actual concerns or questions posed by our clients. Of the various subject areas related to real estate closings that we are contacted about daily, queries about...
Real Property Transfer Taxes in Florida – How are you affected?
Real Property Transfer Taxes in Florida – How are you affected?It’s safe to say that no one likes to pay taxes! As such, one of the most common inquiries we receive from our clients is whether doc stamps are due when recording a transfer deeds. With a few exceptions,...
Florida Commercial Real Estate Closing Checklist
Florida Commercial Real Estate Closing ChecklistThe purchase or sale of commercial real estate property can be somewhat overwhelming for the average small business owner. Knowing the general steps involved can help make alleviate much of the stress that accompanies...
For Sale by Owner Closing: 5 Suggestions to Maximize the Advantage of Selling your Home Solo
For Sale by Owner Closing: 5 Suggestions to Maximize the Advantage of Selling your Home SoloSelling your home without a licensed realtor may seem like a great idea to save money. After all, having that extra 5-6% of the sale price can go a long way! But attempting a...
ALTA Survey: When are they really needed in Florida?
ALTA Survey: When are they really needed in Florida?When purchasing or refinancing real estate, having a properly conducted survey is imperative. But not all land surveys are created equally. A customary boundary survey that determines the property lines is typically...
Common Closing Costs in Florida for Buyers
Common Closing Costs in Florida for BuyersThere’s no question that when purchasing real property, buyers are determined to keep costs as low as possible. This makes knowing the title insurance costs for which the buyer is responsible very important. In Florida, the...
A Summary of the Florida FAR/BAR Contract
A Summary of the Florida FAR/BAR ContractEvery residential real estate purchase involves several steps from the initial purchase agreement to title searches, financing, and finally, the actual closing of the sale. These steps are all governed by the terms of the...