New Corporate Transparency Act
In January 2021, the U.S. Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a groundbreaking federal law designed to enhance transparency within the corporate world. The CTA mandates that … Read More
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New Foreign Buyer Law of Real Property
On May 8, 2023, Governor DeSantis signed into law Senate Bill 264, creating Part II of Chapter 692, Florida Statutes. This new law places significant prohibitions on foreign … Read More
What is a Trust and What are the Benefits of Having One?
A trust is a fiduciary relationship between a trustee, a settlor, and a beneficiary. A trustee is an individual or entity appointed to administer assets of property for … Read More
What is Probate? And What Does it Have to Do with Real Estate Closings?
Probate is the process by which the affairs of a deceased are wound up. When a deceased person owns property, many times we have to put their estate … Read More
Legal Update: New Condo Building Safety Law
The condo law that went into effect in May 2022 regarding milestone inspections is starting to impact our local condo community and will continue to do so for … Read More
Power of Attorney in Real Estate Transactions
A power of attorney gives someone the authority to act on your behalf if you are unable to act on behalf of yourself. There are different types of … Read More
Attic Ventilation Basics
When you think of your home, the last thing you probably imagine is that it can breathe. Well, maybe not literally breathe, but it does have a way … Read More
The Importance of Real Estate Attorneys in Your Title Company
The process of buying and selling a home is quite complex. Many states require that real estate transactions are closed and insured by attorneys because many components of real estate conveyance are considered the practice of law.