Construction defects in Fort Lauderdale don’t always show up right away — and hurricane season has a way of exposing them. Every year, as South Florida braces for storm activity, property owners in Broward County discover that the roof that was “repaired” last season wasn’t repaired properly. The waterproofing that was installed during a recent [Read More]

A Florida tax deed sale can look like one of the best real estate deals available — a property purchased at a fraction of market value through a county auction. But what most buyers don’t realize until after the sale is that a tax deed does not give you clean, insurable title. It gives you [Read More]

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Purchasing property that hasn’t been built yet is risky. If the building developer declares bankruptcy before completing the project, this could be a problem. Here’s how to protect your investment. Read Your Building Contract First, check the terms of your building contract. It should say what happens if your developer cancels the project. In most [Read More]

When you purchase real estate, you expect any material defects in the property to be disclosed at the time of sale according to Florida state law. If a defect is not disclosed, this is called a hidden or latent defect. Here’s what to know about latent defects in real estate and what to do if [Read More]

Construction delays are par for the course when you’re overseeing the creation of a new residential or commercial building project. But when does a delay become a problem and when can you take action? Can you obtain compensation for construction delays that ended up costing you money? Here’s what you need to know. Classifying the [Read More]

Five Tips For Your First Time Home Buy So you’re ready to take the plunge in and buy your first home in South Florida? Congratulations! Whether you’re a young professional just starting out or a retiree ready to find the perfect gem, buying a home is an exciting milestone. But it’s also a big responsibility, [Read More]

A land contract is a type of contract financed by a seller that is intended to benefit both the buyer and seller of the property.  However, because there are disadvantages on both sides, it’s critical to consult with an experienced land contract attorney to ensure your protection. Here’s an examination of land transactions in Florida [Read More]

Property owners in Florida need to have a solid understanding of various parts of the real estate development process, particularly in regards to what contractors are obligated to do when hired to construct a residential dwelling or commercial building. Here, we take a look at implied warranties of workmanship, what they mean, and how they [Read More]