by Larry Tolchinsky | Uncategorized
According to the latest National Association of Realtors’ Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends Report, 24% of all residential home sales in 2017 were to single buyers who purchased their home without the financial or emotional support of a spouse or partner. NAR... by Larry Tolchinsky | Condos and Townhouses, Florida Condominium Law
In Florida, condominium associations and condo boards are required by law to purchase property insurance policies to cover damages to condominium property. This is a legal requirement that exists independently from any requirement found in the provisions of the... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Real Estate Agents, Realtor Disputes
Whether you’re a buyer or a seller of residential real estate here in Florida, the important thing to know about “duress” is that it can end a deal. Duress is a deal-breaker. What is Duress in a Residential Real Estate Transaction? What is duress? It is a legal... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Home Loan Fraud, Predatory Lending, Real Estate Agents, Underwater Mortgage
Over the years, it has been reported and confirmed that Florida is one of the top three states in the country for mortgage application fraud. This is based, in part, on a report released in the CoreLogic Mortgage Fraud Report. Buying a Florida Home or Condo? Be... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Florida Real Estate, Real Estate Title
In Florida, sellers and buyers reach a bargain on a home or condo, and then sign a formal, written sales contract for the residential real estate. That’s the beginning of the sale. After the sales contract is signed, there’s the time that has to pass before the...