Naples Residential Real Estate Law Blog
What should you include in a residential lease?
Preparing to lease residential property in Florida requires careful planning so you can protect your investment. While it would be nice to think that every tenant will have integrity and respect your property it is not guaranteed. A well-written lease agreement can...
What do you know about tenant rights?
To make extra income, you may rent out a room in your Florida home. Researching landlord rights helps you understand your obligations, but so does looking into tenant rights. U.S. News & World Report breaks down the basics of tenant rights. Learn how to improve...
Naples and surrounding areas seeing vigorous real estate activity
“Encouragingly robust.” That is the assessment based on empirical evidence offered in a recent analysis of the real estate market across Collier, Lee and Charlotte counties. In fact, some principals in the industry admit to frank surprise that real estate activity –...
Is it time to downsize your home?
Deciding whether or not to downsize your family home can be difficult. However, delaying too long could leave you with too much house or expenses to manage – especially if you’re nearing retirement. According to a Merrill Lynch survey of retirees aged 50 and over, 51%...
4 qualities of a good home inspector
Working with a home inspector is one way to have a successful home purchase. Still, some inspectors are better than others. When you are interviewing potential home inspectors, you may want to look for a few essential qualities. Here are four of them. 1. Knowledge and...
3 things that can go wrong when closing on a home
You’ve found a place you love and is within your price range. All that’s left to do is to sign the closing paperwork and you’re good to go. However, several things can derail a closing at the last minute. Here are some common things that can go wrong during the...
Protect your property with title insurance
For most people, buying a home is one of the most significant and most fulfilling financial investments they will ever make. Whether you recently purchased a home or just about to close, you may be considering whether you need to buy title insurance. Here's how title...
Florida’s new laws recognize rising shorelines
Florida’s real estate is a popular acquisition for older Americans. The warm weather and beautiful beaches make Florida an attractive retirement destination. Additionally, many seniors purchase these properties to secure consistent income to fund the fun of their...
Is title insurance necessary?
Title insurance protects homebuyers and mortgage lenders from title defects during the purchase. About one-third of all real estate sales involve a defective title. This can jeopardize the valid ownership of the property, its value, and involve other legal damages....
What is a title defect?
When real estate professionals talk about a “title,” they discuss who has legal ownership of a property or the right to use a property. As with a title for a car, this is the actual document listing the owner or ownership arrangement. The conversation usually revolves...
