Orlando Real Estate Law Blog
Zoning issues may affect 3-year-old’s dream playhouse
A family's playhouse has grown to create a full-blown land use and zoning nightmare in one Florida neighborhood. Built on a vacant lot they own that adjoins the lot of their home after what what was apparently an incorrect statement regarding zoning laws, the $5,000...
Mistakes in CRE investing
Florida residents who are interested in commercial real estate should be aware that purchasing and managing investment properties properly requires significant effort. The challenges can lead to certain mistakes, which investors should make every effort to avoid.One...
Rule changes for purchasinng a home with a HECM reverse mortgage
A Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is a financial solution that seniors in Pennsylvania 62 and older can use to secure the funds they need to purchase a home. Previously, homeowners wishing to complete a HECM reverse mortgage had to determine if they wanted to...
Selling a house during a divorce
Couples around the country who file for divorce sell their primary residence 61 percent of the time according to a study from the real estate marketing firm Smart Agents, and one or both of the spouses involved may have good reasons for wanting to conclude a deal...
Parties at loggerheads in Florida zoning dispute
Recent media reports suggest that a Florida businessman is embroiled in a zoning dispute over a proposed used car lot that has dragged on for more than two years. The entrepreneur, who has 25 years of retail car business experience, says that the lot he wants to open...
Selling a home during the holidays
Florida homeowners may think selling their home during the holidays may be difficult. However, there are certain things they can do to give themselves the best chances at selling their home before the arrival of the new year.When it comes to holiday decorating for a...
Loss of homeowner tax deductions could undermine home prices
The tax reform bill moving through Congress could have a big impact on homeowners in Florida, especially those planning to sell. The National Association of Realtors has analyzed the potential effects of the tax changes and concluded that housing prices will drop...
Home sellers and negotiation pitfalls
Florida homeowners who are trying to sell their home may encounter many roadblocks while attempting to get the price for which they are asking. While the condition of the home plays a significant role in how much it sells for, the negotiation skills of the seller are...
Boca Raton may invoke eminent domain
Some residents in Florida may be required to sell their property to protect a local beachfront. Specifically, Boca Raton officials may take possession of seven properties north of the Boca Inlet. In 2016, several property owners were asked to voluntarily sell their...
Unmarried couples buying homes
People who purchase a home are undertaking a significant financial commitment. If they decide to become a homeowner with someone to whom they are not married, they should be aware of the risk it carries.When married couples who own a home decide to get a divorce,...
