Law & the Land

Palm Beach’s Spec Mansion Market

As the Town of Palm Beach continues to flourish and attract luxury buyers from around the world, savvy developers have seized upon the opportunity to build speculation or “spec” properties to meet demand. In some areas like North Palm Beach,…

Zoning Issues to Consider When Buying Commercial Property

As a commercial property investor, there are several factors to consider when deciding on a purchase location. Elements such as the potential for increased value, population growth, and the intended use of the structure and land are all important. However,…

The Latest Palm Beach Gardens Commercial Real Estate Activity

With many businesses closed for the last few months, the Palm Beach County commercial real estate market has been relatively quiet since the coronavirus outbreak. Now, with the state starting to reopen under Phase 2, communities are beginning to see…

New Developments with the Palm House

Over the years, the once beautiful Palm House has sat vacant in mid-renovation as real estate development efforts have started and ceased. In 2019, news broke that the property’s then developer Robert Matthews had pleaded guilty to criminal charges after…

Palm Beach County’s New Restaurants

Celebrated chefs come from all over the world to offer their culinary expertise in establishments in Palm Beach County. Visitors to and residents of this part of South Florida will find the finest in upscale restaurants, cutting-edge cuisine, and an…

Why Changes to the Homestead Exemption May be on the Way

During the last Florida legislative session, two bills, House Bill 369 and Senate Bill 148, were introduced proposing that a constitutional referendum go on the November ballot. The amendment would add a year to the time period a homeowner would…

Making Money with Florida Real Estate

Making money in Florida real estate. You’ve heard it’s a great long-term investment, the state is experiencing a population boom, there’s a surging tourism industry, and there are numerous tax incentives for investing in real estate. But is the timing…

Who Bought the Most Expensive Florida Homes in Q3?

Palm Beach County in Florida has a reputation for penning record-breaking luxury property deals, and Quarter Three was no different. Coming off of the second quarter when the New York Post reported Palm Beach leading $10million-plus sales with a 44%…

Which ultra-luxe Florida zip code is calling your client’s name?

The lifestyle of the rich and famous can be a many-splendored thing—the keyword being many. Some of the wealthiest citizens of the world have chosen Florida as their most-favored locales and these preferred zip codes each offer a distinctly different…

Setting up a Real Estate Company in Florida

Choose a Business Entity Most Advantageous for Your Real Estate Enterprise As a real estate agent handling huge dollar transactions and steering life-changing commitments for your clients, you may have wondered if setting up a business entity would solidify your…

They’re Comiiiiiiing… Entice International House Hunters with Targeted Selling Points

Successful cross border closings involve proper legal advice and smart agents It’s not just U.S. Citizens flocking to Florida for real estate opportunity; foreign investors have their eyes on us as well and are engaging Florida real estate lawyers and…

Tackling a Tough Year in Florida’s Real Estate Market

Florida real estate lawyers and agents likely agree, it’s no secret that it’s been a wild and wooly ride in the State’s real estate market. Homes closing and moving briskly off the market fueled by cash and carry customers have…

Making Money with Florida Real Estate

Making money in Florida real estate. You’ve heard it’s a great long-term investment, the state is experiencing a population boom, there’s a surging tourism industry, and there are numerous tax incentives for investing in real estate. But is the timing…

Who Bought the Most Expensive Florida Homes in Q3?

Palm Beach County in Florida has a reputation for penning record-breaking luxury property deals, and Quarter Three was no different. Coming off of the second quarter when the New York Post reported Palm Beach leading $10million-plus sales with a 44%…

Which ultra-luxe Florida zip code is calling your client’s name?

The lifestyle of the rich and famous can be a many-splendored thing—the keyword being many. Some of the wealthiest citizens of the world have chosen Florida as their most-favored locales and these preferred zip codes each offer a distinctly different…

Setting up a Real Estate Company in Florida

Choose a Business Entity Most Advantageous for Your Real Estate Enterprise As a real estate agent handling huge dollar transactions and steering life-changing commitments for your clients, you may have wondered if setting up a business entity would solidify your…

They’re Comiiiiiiing… Entice International House Hunters with Targeted Selling Points

Successful cross border closings involve proper legal advice and smart agents It’s not just U.S. Citizens flocking to Florida for real estate opportunity; foreign investors have their eyes on us as well and are engaging Florida real estate lawyers and…

Tackling a Tough Year in Florida’s Real Estate Market

Florida real estate lawyers and agents likely agree, it’s no secret that it’s been a wild and wooly ride in the State’s real estate market. Homes closing and moving briskly off the market fueled by cash and carry customers have…