Important Residency Considerations
If you are consistently spending time in multiple states or even countries, you should be aware that the number of...
Downfalls of the Ever-Popular Lady Bird Deed
The Lady Bird Deed is a very popular tool that essentially skips the probate process by adding one or more...
New Florida law regarding Conveyances to Foreign Entities
A newly enacted law in Florida went into effect July 1, 2023 restricting the ability of individuals and entities to...
Why should I hire an attorney for real estate transactions?
Only licensed attorneys can provide legal advice. This is important in complex transactions involving probate, Trusts, LLCs or corporations. Other...
Taking Title in Real Estate
Many real estate agents will tell you that you can take title “however you want.” This may (or may not)...
Condominium Law Update for Real Estate Purchases and Sales
Newly enacted legislation in Florida dictates that buyers of condominiums and cooperatives are entitled to Milestone Inspection and Structural Integrity...
Gift Tax Returns
As tax season is coming to a close, do not forget to file your gift tax returns! If you gifted...
Purchasing Real Estate with a Mortgage
When purchasing real estate, it is important to remember that the contract governs the transaction. Too often, clients (and sometimes...
What is FIRPTA?
FIRPTA stands for the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA). The disposition of a U.S. real...