On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | May 7, 2020 | Real Estate Law
The FSEC Energy Research Center at the University of Central Florida explains that Florida law generally allows homeowners to harness energy from the sun by installing solar equipment. State law prohibits covenants, deed restrictions and ordinances from banning...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Apr 16, 2020 | Real Estate Law
Florida’s broad homestead laws could protect your assets from creditors. For proprietors who live on their own property, Florida real estate code offers certain protections. Those with a title or deed to a self-inhabited property can apply for homestead status. This...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Apr 10, 2020 | Real Estate Law
Virtually every first-time homebuyer in Florida knows that a down payment is necessary to secure a home. When it comes to closing costs, many are surprised the first time they hear about it. Some of the immediate questions include what it is for, how much it costs and...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Mar 2, 2020 | Real Estate Law
It does not matter whether you want to work in the real estate industry or you hope to own your property in Florida. There are some basics that you need to know about real estate law. Although it may sound complicated, the basics of real estate law are not complex....
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Feb 13, 2020 | Real Estate Law
The law in Florida puts some requirements on a homeowner to give you certain information about the property before you buy. These are disclosures. A seller must obey the law when it comes to telling you about issues and other important information about the property....
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Feb 10, 2020 | Real Estate Law
Regardless of your place in the long chain from lender to owner to contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, you have the right to timely payment when money is owed to you during a construction project in Florida. When you are not paid, you have the right to legal...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Oct 22, 2019 | Real Estate Law
If you want to buy a house in Florida or otherwise secure a mortgage, then it is important to understand the process. You should always know what is legitimate and what is not because scams within the mortgage industry occur all the time. This can put you on the hook...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Sep 27, 2019 | Real Estate Law
Homeowners associations often get a lot of bad press. This may not be fair, but if you are in a dispute with your HOA in Florida, you may have a lot of negative things to say yourself. Arguing with the HOA makes for a hostile living environment. It can make enjoying...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Jul 30, 2019 | Real Estate Law
According to the University of Florida Handbook of Florida Fence and Property Law: Easements and Rights of Way, Florida is one of many states that recognizes easements and rights of way. Easements grant certain individuals the right to use or enjoy the land of another...
On behalf of Daniel W. Uhlfelder, P.A. | Jul 30, 2019 | Real Estate Law
Having an easement on your property in Florida could be a burden at some point, especially if you wish to sell your property. However, there is one type of easement that may not be so easy to identify, which is important to know if you are buying property. A typical...
