REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS & DISPUTES
Commercial and Residential
Real Estate Transactions and Disputes
Builders and developers
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Buyers and sellers in real estate disputes with agents, escrow companies, surveyors
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Construction defects
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Aquisition of commercial properties- around the world, as part of a larger business transaction
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Complex real estate transactions
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Transfer of real properties
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Probate administration of real properties
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Boundary disputes
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Title issues
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Vacation Rental Agreements
Florida’s construction lien laws, governed by Chapter 713, Florida Statutes, provide contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers with legal protection to ensure payment for their work. However, these rights must be exercised in good faith. If a lien is willfully exaggerated or fraudulent, severe penalties may apply under Florida Statutes § 713.31.
What Constitutes a Fraudulent Lien?...
Tax and Other Advantages of Removing Real Property From a Revocable Living Trust and Transferring It Into a Lady Bird Deed (Florida only).
Building your dream home should be an exciting experience, not a stressful battle with your contractor. Unfortunately, construction projects go awry. By taking proactive steps before you even sign a contract, you can significantly reduce the risk of construction chaos. We help homeowners navigate the legal aspects of construction projects, helping with a successful journey and minimize financial nightmare, if chaos arises.
Florida's real estate market is a hotbed of opportunity, attracting not just sun-seekers, but also savvy foreign investors. However, when it comes time to sell your Florida property, a hurdle awaits: the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA).
Lawyers will save you tens of thousands of dollars in agent commissions alone, and you’ll get an attorney to answer your most pressing questions. The National Association of Realtors' own 2015 report says, "The real estate industry is saddled with a large number of part-time, untrained, unethical, and/or incompetent agents." And as one lawyer said: “Do you have an internet connection? Do you have at least a seventh-grade reading level? Do you like saving money? If you answer yes to all three, you're in fantastic shape to be your own agent.”
There are several issues that can arise in real estate transactions in Florida. Some of the most common include: