We’re proud of all our Real Estate practice team members and know that their dedication to quality service is what elevates Becker above the competition. Take a moment to get to know the talent behind your next transaction! Name Michael E. Boutzoukas What is your favorite Florida neighborhood? Tampa...
During my 26 years practicing real estate law, and with over ten thousand real estate closings under my belt, I have seen my share of real estate agents. Some great. Others, not so much. The great ones, however, all share the same traits, and, in...
Q: If I have to sue to get my commission paid, do I get interest on the unpaid amount? A: The Florida Statutes provide that the plaintiff in a lawsuit is entitled to judgment on the amounts being sued for, both after and potentially before a...
Everybody who has ever bought a house knows that the property inspection is a crucial part of the purchase process. The property inspector tells the buyer whether the house is in good condition or if repairs are necessary. If nothing else, buyers pay close attention...
The third quarter of 2021 saw the largest quarterly percentage increase of foreclosures since 2014. Lenders started the foreclosure process on 25,209 properties and repossessed 7,574. That trend can be seen locally too. We have witnessed an increase in foreclosure filings in Miami-Dade County. For...
We’re proud of all our Real Estate practice team members and know that their dedication to quality service is what elevates Becker above the competition. Take a moment to get to know the talent behind your next transaction! Name Scott A. Marcus What is your favorite Florida neighborhood?...
Like our climate, there is no denying that South Florida’s real estate market has been scorching hot. But while South Florida is well known for its real estate booms and busts, the current cycle is also running right into the latest technological wave – cryptocurrency. Home...
Do you live in a community that is planning repairs or improvements? You may not be aware, but it is often the case that in order to legally proceed you must obtain local government approval through the Planning & Zoning Board or City Commission. Whether...
As legal counsel for buyers, we are often asked whether the cost of some level of environmental review of the property being purchased is worth the time and expense. When wearing a different hat, that of representing a lender, the question is rarely whether it...
As some may know, I am a member of the committee that drafts the FR BAR contract. Yes, “FR” is correct, the “A for Association” was dropped. Among the other positive changes to the contract, the financing section received a much needed face-lift. The changes...