Last month I wrote about the importance of due diligence before a contract is signed when purchasing commercial property. This month’s article discusses a buyer’s due diligence after the contract has been signed but prior to closing and taking title to the property. As stated in last month’s article, a […]
FT. MYERS, October 30, 2014 – Becker & Poliakoff is pleased to announce that Tyra N. Read has joined the Real Estate Practice Group as a shareholder in the Ft. Myers office. Before joining Becker & Poliakoff, she practiced in the real estate group at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. Ms. Read concentrates her […]
When the Florida constitution was amended in 1992, a provision was adopted that limited ad valorem taxation on Florida homestead property. The constitutional amendment is codified in Section 193.155, Florida Statutes. The purpose of the provision was to protect Florida residents from being priced out of their homes due to […]
The goal of this bill is to streamline the process of short sales, deeds in lieu of foreclosure and loan modifications. Section 105, Neighborhood Stabilization Program, states “Each State shall be permitted to use the funds to address statewide concerns….” Each State and local government, however, is limited to using a maximum […]
As a real estate lawyer, a significant part of my practice involves preparing and negotiating commercial and residential lease agreements. At times, however, potential clients may decide to find a sample lease agreement online, or have their realtor prepare the lease, to avoid attorney fees. Proceed With Caution Because most […]
