Question 1

Why hire a Board Certified Real Estate Attorney for Florida investment properties?

Accepted Answer

Board certification signals advanced expertise. Your attorney’s sole duty is protecting your legal and financial interests (contract terms, title risks, entity structure, zoning) so the deal supports your investment goals.

Question 2

When should I engage an attorney—before or after I sign the purchase contract?

Accepted Answer

Before you sign. Early review lets your lawyer negotiate inspection, financing, and disclosure contingencies that provide leverage and protect your deposit.

Question 3

What does legal due diligence include for an investment property?

Accepted Answer

Attorney due diligence may cover title and survey review, liens and encumbrances, zoning and land use, permits, condo/HOA documents and financials, insurance, and income/lease verification.

Question 4

How is a Board Certified Real Estate Attorney different from a title company or agent?

Accepted Answer

Agents and title companies facilitate closing; they don’t represent you or give comprehensive legal advice. Your attorney identifies risks, negotiates protections, and can cure defects or litigate if needed.

Question 5

Do I still need an attorney if I am paying cash?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Without a lender’s legal review, your attorney’s contract, title, survey, and regulatory checks are even more important to prevent costly surprises.

Question 6

What is a quiet title action in Florida and when is it used?

Accepted Answer

It’s a lawsuit to remove adverse claims or clouds on title (e.g., old liens, boundary disputes, forged deeds). Courts confirm marketable title so you can hold, finance, or sell the property.

Question 7

Should I buy in my personal name or form an LLC?

Accepted Answer

An LLC can separate business liabilities from personal assets and streamline operations. Your attorney can structure entities and documents to fit your risk, tax, and financing goals.

Question 8

What common mistakes do Florida investors make?

Accepted Answer

Relying on 'as-is' contracts without strong contingencies, skipping a current survey, ignoring unpermitted work or code issues, and overlooking condo/HOA assessments or litigation.

Question 9

Will you review my closing statement and RESPA-related fees?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your attorney audits charges, checks compliance with RESPA, and challenges improper or duplicative fees before you sign.

Question 10

Do you handle evictions for investment properties?

Accepted Answer

The firm focuses on acquisitions and sales, entity setup, and title/closing issues. They can provide referrals for landlord-tenant or eviction matters as needed.

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