Claiming Homestead In Your Land Trust
Wednesday, August 10
The State of Florida is famous for having one of the most generous homestead exemptions in the country. With that said, very few Floridians need their primary residence to be placed in a trust, but for those of us that just prefer to hold real estate in a land trust for other reasons and for thos...
Are Land Trusts A Loop Hole Around Due On Sale Clauses? Nope.
Thursday, June 02
Ya’ll know me, I like to get straight to the point and answer the question. Those of you wishing for a little more detail can read the entire article for my mundane analysis as to the why. Warning: the “why” for this particular article is especially boring.Question: Does placing a property in a l...
New Group For Investors That Use Land Trusts
Tuesday, May 31
Wouldn't it be nice if you could ask a quick question, get input on a great idea that popped in your head or just make sure you aren't totally screwing something up without calling, leaving a voicemail or posting on some obscure forum hoping the person responding is some sort of authority on the ...
If It Walks Like A Duck and Quacks Like A Duck: It's a Mortgage
Thursday, February 04
In the mind of a real estate investor there are a million and one ways to structure a deal and get it to closing. I really and truly believe that statement. However, there are times when a real estate investor can be too smart for his or her own good. I’m talking about “creative financing”. GASP!...
How the CFPB Has Changed The Beloved As-Is Contract
Tuesday, December 29
By now you have probably heard someone complaining about their closing taking longer due to new CFPB requirements. If you are not familiar with the new CFPB requirements you are late to the game, and should start familiarizing yourself with how these changes could impact the timing of your next d...
Top 20 Eviction Questions Asked and Answered
Thursday, December 17
1. What reasons do I need to file an eviction? You can file an eviction if a tenant refuses to vacate the premises after the service of a proper notice to the tenant. Whether or not a notice is “proper” is determined by law and by the lease. Different types of notices are required depending on...