Help! A Lien Was Put Against My Home
When a lien is put against your home, the individual placing the lien is making a claim that you owe them money and until it is paid, they have a right to a portion of…
Online, Remote Notarizations in Florida
At the end of November of last year, a bill was filed in the Florida House of Representatives that allows for online, remote notarizations to be made in the state of Florida. The bill, HB…
Do I Need a Permit for My Renovation?
If you are thinking about taking on remodeling projects to raise the value of your home, be sure to find out if you need a permit for your renovation. For the do-it-yourself remodeler, obtaining permits…
An Overview on Real Estate Title Searches
Once the contract is signed on a real estate transaction, the real estate agent’s role is significantly reduced. The title insurance company drives the paperwork to closing from that point forward. Although some real estate…
Why Building Permits Are Important
Building permits are issued by local municipalities based on city ordinances. There are no federal or state standards, so building codes vary from city to city. You May Need a Permit The only way to…
Why Should You Search for Unrecorded Liens Before Purchasing Real Estate?
When a property owner has a mortgage on their home, the mortgage company will place a lien on the property. This type of recorded, voluntary lien does not usually hinder any future sale of the…
Changes in FR/BAR Lien Search
In April of 2017, the FR/BAR 2017 real estate contract was revised to include clarity to the contractual term, municipal lien search. Paragraph 9(c) of the new contract defines a Municipal Lien Search as “a…
Types of Property Liens
If a property owner owes money to another party, a notice can be attached to the property informing everyone, including potential buyers of the property, that you owe the creditor money. Before you can sell…
How an Unpaid Water Bill Can Become a Lien
If a homeowner does not pay a water bill for the home that receives water and sewer services, did you know that unpaid bill can become a lien on that home? And, what’s scarier, that…
Don’t Let an Open Permit Give You a Headache
Did you know some planning departments won’t allow you to take out a permit to do additional work on your home if there are outstanding or expired permits that never received final approval from a…
