by Larry Tolchinsky | Partition
According to Florida law, in partition actions, costs and attorney’s fees are generally paid by all parties in proportion to their respective interests in the property, as required by statute, with the court having discretion to adjust these allocations based on... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Homestead, Partition, Real Estate
According to Florida law, the homestead exemption does not preclude a court-ordered sale in a partition suit if the property is indivisible and such a sale is necessary to protect the beneficial enjoyment of the owners in common to the extent of their interests in the... by Larry Tolchinsky | Partition, Real Estate
According to Florida law, tenants in common have several rights and obligations regarding their real estate, including, but not limited to, the right to partition, the obligation to share expenses, the right to possession and accountability, and the right to a credit... by Larry Tolchinsky | FAQs, Partition
In Florida, siblings can force the sale of inherited property through a partition action. This statutory legal procedure divides the property among co-owners or allows for the sale of the property and distribution of proceeds among them. Most disputes involving the... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Partition
Last Update: 8/5/19 In Florida, “homestead property” is residential real estate which is occupied by a person or family as their permanent residence. The legal concept of “homestead” is provided by the Florida constitution. Its purpose is to stop the family home, or... by Larry Tolchinsky | Florida Law, Florida Real Estate, Partition, Real Estate, Real Estate Title
In Florida, there is more than one way to own an interest in real estate. It’s important to understand these ways before “taking title” to the property at the closing table. One key question in deciding how to own property: is the owner able to convey complete...
