James W. Martin Real Estate Law Blog

When Is a Gate Allowed on a Driveway Easement in Florida?

Sunday, April 10, 2011 by James W. Martin

Suppose you own a piece of land. Suppose your only access to it is a driveway easement across your neighbor’s land. Suppose the easement says you get “free and unencumbered access” to use the driveway. Now suppose your neighbor puts an unlocked gate across it. Most people would think that violates the easement. But not in Florida.... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate

Boundary Line Disputes Will Abound in Florida

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 by James W. Martin

What if you found out your neighbor's fence was really on your lot? Can you make him move it? What if it's not just a fence but is part of his house or garage? That's often how boundary line disputes start out. Florida real estate lawyers are likely to see more and more boundary line disputes.... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate

Take My Name Off the Deed, Please

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 by James W. Martin

So, how do you take your name off the deed?  How do you take anyone's name off the deed?  It depends on where the real estate is located.  In Florida, and in most states, you cannot literally take a name off the deed.... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate

How Many Kinds of Deeds Are There in Florida?

Tuesday, February 23, 2010 by James W. Martin

When you buy real estate in Florida and when you sell real estate in Florida, it's important to think about the kind of deed to convey real property.  There are many kinds of deeds in Florida. Here are a few of them:... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate

Renting Florida Homestead Could Be Costly to Owner

Thursday, December 31, 2009 by James W. Martin

Renting out your Florida homestead could be costly due to loss of the homestead exemption.... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate

Does the Buyer of Florida Real Estate Need a Lawyer?

Thursday, April 2, 2009 by James W. Martin

Anyone buying real estate in Florida should consider engaging a lawyer to review or prepare the contract and closing documents.... Read More
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Topic: Real Estate
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