by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Condos and Townhouses, Mold
Under Florida Statute 468.8311, home inspection services are defined as “a limited visual examination of the following readily accessible installed systems and components of a home” performed by a licensed home inspector. Those items include: The Structure of The... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Mold, Real Estate
We all know that living in Florida means having to deal with real property damage claims caused by tropical storms, tornadoes and by the dreaded hurricane. (Like 2017’s Category 4 Hurricane Irma). Just like any other insurance claim, a claimant... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Mold, Real Estate
What to Do If You Just Found Out the Seller Hid Something From You If you recently closed on a home and have now discovered a problem the seller knew about and did not disclose mold behind the walls, a flooding history, a cracked foundation, water damage that was... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Condos and Townhouses, Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Mold, Real Estate, Real Estate Agents, Realtor Disputes
Last Update: 8/5/19 For many home buyers in South Florida, finding that right house or condo to buy is an exciting moment. Some houses sound great on paper or look fabulous on online, but when you do a walk-through with your real estate agent, the place just isn’t... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Mold, Real Estate Agents, Real Estate Appraiser, Realtor Disputes
Florida sellers and their agents must disclose known material issues, including property defects, mold, structural problems, roof leaks, plumbing and electrical issues, HVAC malfunctions, and past property damage. Failure to disclose can lead to legal claims for... by Larry Tolchinsky | Closings, Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Mold, Real Estate, Real Estate Appraiser, Realtor Disputes
Last Update: 4/14/21 There are all kinds of problems with their new home that buyers may discover after they’ve left the closing table and moved into their new home or condo. Home defects can be found in brand new homes that have just been built. Problems can also be...
