real estate closings
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Can You Get a Refund of Estoppel Certificate Fees in a Cancelled Florida Real Estate Transaction?
Know Your Rights Under Florida Law When a real estate transaction in Florida falls through, it can be a frustrating and costly experience. One often-overlooked expense is the estoppel certificate fee. These fees, charged by homeowners’ associations (HOAs) to verify information about a property, can be substantial. But what happens to these fees if the…
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Brave New World? Written Buyer Agreements in Florida Real Estate Transactions
The Industry Has Changed. We are now seeing the precise effects on the industry following the major National Association of Realtors lawsuit and settlement which I have previously written about. The first major change in the Florida real estate landscape is the creation and implementation of Buyer Agreements, which will soon be required when a…
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Reissue Me This, Batt, Man
Calculating Title Insurance Savings Should Never Be a Riddle As a Florida real estate attorney, I understand the importance of a smooth and cost-effective closing process for my clients. One way we achieve this at Battaglia Law, PLLC is by proactively applying reissue credit on title insurance premiums, whenever possible. What is a Reissue Credit?…
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FinCEN Renews and Expands Geographic Targeting Orders in Florida Real Estate Transactions
The ever-evolving landscape of Florida’s real estate market is marked by both significant growth and heightened vigilance against potential financial irregularities. Amidst this dynamic environment, the recent expansion of Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs) has garnered attention, particularly for practitioners such as myself, whose practice primarily focuses on Sarasota and Manatee Counties. What is a GTO?…
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If They Build It, You Will Come: New Construction Contracts in Florida
So, you want to buy a brand new home in Florida? Join the crowd. As a real estate attorney in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, I am often asked by folks to review their new construction purchase contract for buying a home from a builder. I’m always happy to do it, but I will always caution that…
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Protect Your Money from Wire Fraud Schemes When Buying a Home
The American Land Title Association (“ALTA“) has created a video with four helpful tips on how you can protect your hard-earned money when sending wire transfers when purchasing a home. The video also provides guidance on what to do if you have been targeted by a wire fraud attempt. Below are some helpful tips from…