Tax Law
What is a 1031 Exchange and How Does it Work?
A 1031 exchange is a powerful tool used by many real estate investors to defer capital gain taxes from the
Alex Cruz June 24, 2021
Real Estate
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Real Estate Law
How can a Remainderman be Removed from Real Estate Title in Florida?
The changing of a remainderman in Florida can be complex and tricky business, however, here are a few tips that
Elizabeth Fernandez February 8, 2021
Tax Law
How does being a Florida Real Estate Professional help you on your taxes?
Florida is a major real estate state with investments in properties increasing every year. However, as with any other kind
Alex Cruz January 26, 2021
COVID-19
Termination of Tenancy at Will in Florida
During these trying times due to COVID-19, many Miami residents have been out of work for months, making it nearly impossible to keep up with rent payments. Many of these Miami residents are being evicted. In some cases, these tenants have reached the end of their lease or do not have a written lease. The lack of a written lease may give the landlord the impression they can evict the tenant whenever they want, but Florida law states differently.
Eric Gros-Dubois December 9, 2020
Real Estate Law
What Registrations and Licenses does a Landlord need to rent a Property in DC?
To rent a property in Washington, D.C., a landlord needs a Basic Business License (BBL). The landlord must first obtain the category that their BBL falls into, such as beauty services, health services, or rental housing.
Eric Gros-Dubois June 1, 2020
Real Estate Law
Landlord Remedies in Florida: Distress Writs
A landlord in a commercial or residential landlord-tenant relationship may enforce remedial acts against a tenant and the leased premises, in the event of default or breach. Upon a landlord deciding to evict his or her tenant, a distress writ may be obtained to substantially protect the landlords needs. Among this remedial measure, a landlord has the ability to receive a distress writ issued by the Clerk of Court, which authorizes the landlord to essentially put a lien on the tenant’s assets at the rental premises when he or she owes rent.
Eric Gros-Dubois May 14, 2020
Estate Planning
What is Ancillary Probate?
The primary probate proceeding is usually held in the decedent’s state of residence or home state. However, a state probate court only has authority over property in its own jurisdiction; it does not have the power to issue orders for property that is located in another state. Therefore, an additional probate proceeding becomes necessary.
Kathrine Karimi February 17, 2020
Real Estate Law
Residential Security Deposit Laws in Florida
Florida statute provides that a landlord is to refund the full amount of the security deposit, minus any findings of property damage or other incidentals, within 15 days after the tenants move out of the residence.
Oscar Gomez January 13, 2020
Real Estate Law
What are the Setbacks Required on my Property?
A Setback is the distance from the Base Building Line (the officially mapped street line) to the point where a building may be constructed. The City of Miami provides setback requirements for property owners in the Miami 21 Zoning Code.
Eric Gros-Dubois January 13, 2020
Real Estate Law
What Can a Landlord do if a Tenant Leaves Behind Property?
One of the most tension fraught relationships is that of a landlord-tenant. Landlords are subject to a variety of laws including regulation of rent, termination, and eviction. One such law is the Disposition of Personal Property Landlord and Tenant Act, which prescribes rules by which landlords are allowed to dispose of tenant property which remains on the premises after a tenancy is terminated.
Eric Gros-Dubois January 3, 2020
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