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Tips on Closing a Home in South Florida

Written by Posted On Sunday, 16 September 2018 04:57

Tips on Closing a Property in South Florida

 

Florida is a state that does not require attorneys to close a transaction.   A closing may be handled by a title company or an attorney.  While I have used both through the years, and have had good experiences with both, this article is just my opinion. It is a Realtor's®opinion from a Realtor's® perspective on why I think you should always have an attorney when buying or selling a home in Boca Raton, FL  Boynton Beach or South Florida.  You can discuss this with your buyer's agent.

 

ISSUES THAT MAY ARISE PRIOR TO CLOSING

 

A number of issues can come up prior to closing that must be taken care of to obtain clear title to a property.  Municipal lien searches, lien searches and permit searches are done. Code violations, open or expired permits, or liens may have been placed on a property.  These must be cleared up before we go to closing (or settlement as it's known in other states.)

 

Another potential problem that could arise are issues with title.  These are often much more complicated issues than clearing up open permits or code violations.  Oftentimes, people have second homes in Florida and will use attorneys in their home state to draw up documents.  This ultimately leads to problems, as things are titled differently in Florida than other states.  Sometimes people get lucky and the attorney is licensed both in their home state and Florida. 

 

If the person is deceased and there are issues with title, the problem can become more complicated.  You can just imagine.  Even with new construction, it is still a good idea to use an attorney.  

 

CAN HOLD UP CLOSING

 

Many things can hold up a closing, but when you are faced with title issues, this can hold up your closing until clear title is obtained.  It may necessitate hiring an attorney to clear the issues up.

 

Whether you are spending $ 50,000 or $ 5,000,000, buying a house (or condo, villa or townhouse - no matter) this will likely be one of the largest purchases you will ever make.  I always recommend to my clients to hire an attorney, not necessarily to walk them to closing, but to go over all the paperwork.  Buying a home is not the time to be "penny wise and dollar foolish," as the old saying goes.  

 

If you're looking to buy or sell a home in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Highland Beach, Deerfield Beach or the surrounding areas of south Florida, please contact me.  I have been in the Boca/Delray/Boynton Beach area for 24 years and know all the pet-friendly communities and condos that will allow you and your beloved animals.  Call/Text (561) 716-7824 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

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When you’re moving to Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach or Highland Beach with furry family members, you need to work with an experienced, caring and committed REALTOR® who understands the challenges you face as a pet parent. You need Elyse Berman. After growing up in New York and working as a Court Reporter in a fast-paced judicial system, Elyse moved to Boca Raton in 1994. Her goal: to be close to the beach. With three kids and two dogs, her family settled in a pet-friendly gated community – but when the kids grew up and moved out, she decided it was time to live like she was on vacation every day in a place right on the beach. However, Elyse quickly learned that not all beachfront properties in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Highland Beach are pet friendly. Some have confusing pet rules that change frequently – and some claim to be pet friendly but only allow birds and fish. Elyse’s addiction to research, fueled by her love of real estate, the law and her dogs, helped her discover her passion for helping people find pet-friendly homes in Boca Raton and the surrounding communities. (You can learn more about how and why Elyse became Boca Raton’s premier pet-friendly REALTOR here.) With an ever-evolving list of which condominiums and communities are pet friendly (as well as what restrictions they currently impose on buyers), Elyse is ready to help you find the perfect place to live in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach or Highland Beach. Her extensive knowledge of the local real estate market dates back to 1994; she’s seen new communities spring up, watched old communities become revitalized, and kept an eye on all the complexes, neighborhoods and subdivisions in the area for years. Call Elyse (561) 716-7824 Email Elyse Elyse@ElyseBerman.com She’s with you every step of the way, from your first tour of a home to closing (and beyond.) In fact, she stays in touch with many of the people whose homes she helped find – and she’s even sold those same homes decades later. She truly wants her clients to be happy, so she answers her phone and will never pass you off to a team member. Having made a cross-country move herself with a husband, three kids, two dogs and a business to run, Elyse knows all about the challenges you’re facing – and she can help you find a pet-friendly gated community in Boca Raton, a pet-friendly condo, a pet-friendly 55+ active adult community or anything else you’re looking for. Elyse loves dogs (well, all pets, actually) – and she makes it her business to keep up with the communities that accept furry family members. She personally wouldn’t move anywhere that wouldn’t allow her pets, and she won’t expect you to, either. She’ll never ask you to get rid of a pet or waste your time; she really understands what it’s like to have to find a place that’s suitable for all members of the family. No pets? No problem – Elyse also understands people who want to live in pet-free condos and neighborhoods. She can help you pinpoint all the best places to live. Elyse currently volunteers her time on the Professional Standards Committee (after having served on the Grievance Committee) for the Board of Realtors®, where she continues to learn. Serving on these committees is a lot like court reporting, which is why she loves it. Additionally, in order to better serve her clients, Elyse has attained the following designations along with membership in the following organizations: CRS – Council of Residential Specialists ABR – Accredited Buyer’s Representative GRI – Graduate Realtor’s Institute E-Pro – Internet Certified – Technology Certification Program C2EX – REALTORS® Commitment to Excellence Member National Association of REALTORS® Member Florida Realtors® Member Broward, Palm Beach & St. Lucie Realtors® 2018 – 2020 – Grievance Committee – Broward, Palm Beach & St. Lucie Realtors® 2021 – Present – Professional Standards – Broward, Palm Beach & St. Lucie Realtors®

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