Whether you are splitting time between Florida and another state for pleasure, business, school or retirement, there are benefits to obtaining Florida Residency; much of that attributed to taxes. For example, if you own a home ‘up North’ but have a home in Florida to escape the cold winters, you might be better suited to […]
read moreBy Mark J. Woodward, Esq., Florida Real Estate Attorney A flawed title. This hidden hazard can ruin a real estate investment and jeopardize those who have an interest in the sale, including developers, real estate agents, home buyers and mortgage lenders. Whether it is a seemingly insignificant error in the public records or more serious […]
read moreBy Cameron Grant Woodward, Esq. When it comes to living in Southwest Florida, we have it pretty good: beaches, golf, boating, you name it, Southwest Florida can likely offer it. But one thing we have that nobody wants is flood zones. Living within a flood zone has its own set of rules and regulations that […]
read moreBy Lenore T. Brakefield, Esq. It’s that time of the year again. With all the holiday parties, treats and goodies, it’s hard to stay focused on getting or staying lean. Don’t fret, this article is about avoiding construction liens and how to deal with them (aka “Mechanics Lien”). What is a construction lien? Under Florida […]
read moreIn September of 2017, Hurricane Irma made landfall in Southwest Florida, devastating thousands of homes and businesses, particularly on Marco Island. After the storm, Florida was flooded with hundreds of contractors, both licensed and unlicensed, who promised to fix and repair people’s roofs and homes. Many did follow through with these promises. However, some did […]
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