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Avoid a Deficiency Judgment: Short Sale, Foreclosure Defense, or Ch. 7 Bankruptcy
Even though the real estate market in SWFL is beginning to show signs of improvement, housing prices are still nowhere near where they need to be. Floridians in particular, are familiar with the term “underwater mortgage,” which describes what many have been facing for years now, home values that are far less than the amount owed. Read the rest of this entry
Homestead and “Wildcard” Exemptions in Bankruptcy
Part III
In the last two weeks we discussed some basic bankruptcy concepts as well as Florida’s Homestead and Personal Property exemptions. With any luck, this week’s discussion will hopefully tie the last two blogs together and shed some light on the proverbial “big picture.” That being said, I urge you to review my previous two blogs beforehand. Also, if time permits, my “Homestead” blogs will help clarify this as well. Read the rest of this entry
Rental Agreements: Lease’s to protect the Landlord (Part 3 of 3)
This week we will conclude our discussion on the necessity of having a thorough rental agreement in place when renting residential real estate. Whether you are a homeowner considering renting your home for the first time or an experienced landlord, it is imperative that you protect yourself, your family, and your investment. Read the rest of this entry
