Whether it is to maintain a home, business or public park, each piece of land has its purpose. A land use plan describes how a parcel of land can be used. Zoning and land use laws dictate how the land is used and what kind of structures can be built upon it. While...
Condominium living is advertised and promoted as the pinnacle of comfort in Florida. With the amenities provided by a well-functioning condominium and any issue overseen by a trusted condominium board, it can be difficult to envision the worst-case scenario....
The commercial real estate market in Florida has gone through quite a few ups and downs in recent years, especially the last year. Office buildings, industrial parks, warehouses, retail space – all of it is seeing different levels of demand, vacancy and sales. On top...
In Florida, a property appraiser is responsible for evaluating a property and determining various exemptions, classifications, and valuations. However, property owners do not always agree with the property appraiser’s denial of exemptions or classifications, or the...
Before a business owner in the Boca Raton area signs a commercial lease agreement, they may find it beneficial to review the agreement with a real estate attorney. Sometimes a business owner may feel tempted to sign a lease agreement without fully understanding the...
Zoning is a significant factor that can alter how a Florida landowner uses their property. Generally, zoning dictates where residential structures may be built, and where manufacturing or industrial centers can be located. Zones also exist for businesses, restaurants,...
Real estate transactions might be amongst the most complex and valuable in your lifetime. In other words, there’s a lot at stake. A bad real estate deal can leave you without the financial resources you expected, burdened with unexpected debt, or stuck with a piece of...
Eminent domain is a legal process through which a government entity takes the property of a private owner. Often, residential properties are impacted by eminent domain proceedings. However, Florida businesses can also suffer losses when eminent domain proceedings are...
When a Florida resident does not own their own home, they will choose to rent an apartment or house to serve as their residence. In order to secure a rental, they will apply for a space with the property’s owner or manager and sign a contract to formalize their...
Starting a business or finding a new location for a commercial enterprise can take a lot of planning. It can be difficult to find the right place in Boca Raton to establish a company and open the doors of a new entity. There are many considerations that must be...
