It is a common practice for landlords in Miami to require their renters to pay a security deposit as a condition of rental. If you are renting, your security deposit will be used to safeguard the landlord’s financial interests related to your living in the...
For some Miami residents, the idea of moving into an abandoned property and being able to legally claim it as their own is appealing. However, is it legal? Depending on the circumstances surrounding someone’s possession of an empty residence, law enforcement may...
Last week at the law blog of , we talked about the rights that landlords have to protect their interests and investments where tenants are involved. However, we understand that renters in Miami also have rights, which we will discuss in...
At , we know that it is not unusual to have disputes between landlords and tenants in Miami. Often these arguments can be resolved to everyone’s satisfaction; however, there are some cases in which a landlord has no choice but to...
When real estate developers hope to purchase land and buildings and make changes to these sites, they are sometimes met by opposition. This has been the case for a Miami developer who has purchased or hopes to purchase different properties in St. Petersburg and...
Like many new homeowners in Miami and across the country, you might discover that your home title contains an item called an “easement.” What exactly does this mean? Simply put, an easement is a right-of-way provision that allows other people or entities...
It's been said that one of the most important aspects to living in a good neighborhood is the neighbors you share the area with. Getting along with your neighbors can make the difference between harmony and an unpleasant real estate dispute. Unfortunately for some...
Buying a home in Florida can be exciting, but it may also be fraught with extensive paperwork and legalese. At , our goal is to ensure that your process runs as smoothly as possible. Part of that includes looking for the items that could...
Vacant, uninhabitable homes and real estate properties are a common sight throughout Miami-Dade. In many cases, deteriorating homes are condemned by the city or state and are reclaimed for public use. However, you may find your own property the subject of condemnation...
Purchasing a home in Florida can be an exciting time, but it can quickly deteriorate if the buyers do not take the necessary steps to protect themselves. One of those measures is to have a thorough home inspection. According to the Florida Department of Business &...
