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Approved for a Short Sale!!...(Think you beat the bank?...Think again)

Lender's do not lose out as much as anticipated when approving the Short Sale of a Residence

But I paid off these mortgages YEARS ago!!

What can be done when you discover mortgages that you paid off are still showing open of record on your Title Report

Playing Well With Others: What Investors Should Understand Before Joining Forces

Considerations for real estate investors before they begin to work together on deals

What Real Estate Professionals Should Know About Fair Housing Laws

A summary of federal and Florida fair housing laws for landlords and real estate professionals, including how to avoid violations

Airbnb—a Threat or Opportunity for Landlords?

A look at Airbnb and how it affects landlord-tenant relationships and the law

Critical Lease Terms and Clauses

Renting property to another person can be an intimidating prospect. The best way to handle this process is to have a lease created that specifically addresses potential problems that may arise and lays out specific rules that must be followed by both the landlord and the tenant.

Why an Attorney should Review your Lease Agreement

Find out the information you need to know about lease agreements.

How Can An Attorney Help You If Your Property Is Subject To An Eminent Domain Proceeding?

Eminent domain is the right of a government to take private property for public use, provided that the party from which is taken receives just compensation.

THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT Part III Who's Responsible When Something Goes Wrong?

All parties involved in a construction project must have clearly defined roles and responsibilities to avoid disputes and litigation and ensure success

THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT: Do we have a team? Part II

What are we building and what’s the real price? Fundamental to a construction agreement are two seemingly basic and simple concepts: the scope of work and the total project price. Yet they are a frequent source of dispute and litigation.

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