The Devil is in the Details

Ever heard that phrase? Well, it couldn’t be more true than in real estate transactions, and a recent Florida case has reemphasized this idiom. The Fourth District Court of Appeal in the case of Florida Investment Group 100, LLC v. Lafont, 44 Fla. L. Weekly D1063 (Fla...

POA

A Guide to Leveraging the Power of Attorney in Florida Real Estate In the hustle and bustle of the real estate world, realtors are at the forefront of property transactions. Recognizing the role and relevance of a Power of Attorney (POA) in real estate is vital. As...

All Title Agents are Not Created Equal

In a burgeoning yet increasingly tricky real estate market that includes foreclosed properties, unpermitted improvements, high demand but low supply, and ever more litigious parties, it has never been more important to fully understand what the role is of your...
Leaseback Agreements: Strings Attached

Leaseback Agreements: Strings Attached

In this current crazy market a very hot topic is leaseback agreements where sellers lease back their properties from their buyers after closing. This appears to be happening mostly because sellers are rushing to sell at the height of the market, but are doing so in...
FIRPTA Say What?

FIRPTA Say What?

So what the heck is this FIRPTA thing, and why do I keep hearing about it? First things first: FIRPTA stands for the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980, a federal law requiring the accurate reporting and remittance of U.S. capital gains taxes for...
Accessorizing Your Real Property!

Accessorizing Your Real Property!

Sarasota County plans to adopt a new ordinance (No. 2019-024) that amends the Sarasota County Unified Development Code and expands the ability of property owners to utilize accessory dwelling units in many residential areas of the County. Accessory dwelling units, or...