The vast majority of home sales involve bank financing -- but that's not how everyone does things. Sometimes homeowners decide to offer "owner financing" for their buyers. There are several reasons why a borrower may opt for seller-financing instead of involving a...
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Florida woman critically injured by hit-and-run driver
Law enforcement typically catches up with hit-and-run drivers, even if it takes some investigation. Following an accident that caused critical injuries to a Florida woman, the driver fled the scene, but Florida Highway Patrol arrested him after they came upon his...
How can landlords and tenants work out issues?
Landlords and tenants sometimes have very different ideas of what matters are serious and how those issues should be handled. It’s imperative for both sides to be prepared to work through these problems so that there aren’t any negative consequences. In a dispute,...
Crash-related spinal cord injuries can have lifelong consequences
The spinal cord connects the brain to the body and consists of nerves and tissue. It carries sensation information from the body to the brain and movement information from the brain to the body. In Florida, car accidents often cause spinal cord injuries that leave...
What you need to know as a franchisee before signing a commercial lease
Becoming a franchisee can be a complicated process. It can be a costly one as well. One of the more expensive aspects of getting your business up and running is identifying and leasing commercial space. Finding the right place from which you can operate your business...
‘Tis the season to be alert and look out for impaired drivers
Taking to the Florida roads at this time of the year is a daunting prospect. Drivers need to be exceptionally alert to ensure they spot impaired drivers and avoid being victims of car accidents. There is no doubt that alcohol, prescriptions, controlled substances and...
Don’t fall in love with a house and overlook its defects
When many people shop for a new home, though they do have a list of must-haves and characteristics that they want, they’re really just looking to fall in love with the house. They want to walk through it and imagine their family living there. They want a house that...
Suspected DUI driver in Florida causes fatal wrong-way crash
Florida drivers on U.S. 41 might have been affected by a road closure on a recent Friday night. Law enforcement closed the road to clear up and investigate a fatal wrong-way crash. U.S. 41 remained closed through most of the night and only reopened early on the next...
Leasing space out to business owners: 3 helpful tips
When you’re a landlord and decide to rent to a small business, there are some special tips that you should follow. Renting to a small business can be highly profitable, but you also need to protect your own interests. So, what can you do to make sure you get the right...
What are a tenant’s rights regarding security deposits in Florida ?
As a landlord, you’re entitled to require a security deposit to protect yourself against tenants who skip out without paying the last month’s rent and property damage, you still have to be conscious of your tenants’ rights. What are the limits on security deposits?...


