Chelsea L. Metka, Esq.

Most family property transfers start with a generous idea. A parent wants to add a grown son to the deed. A couple wants the house in their trust. A homeowner

A homeowner buys a house. Only one spouse’s name goes on the deed. Later, that homeowner refinances or sells, and the lender or title company asks for the other spouse’s

Many buyers walk into the mortgage process assuming assistance programs come directly from their lender. They don’t. Lenders act as the delivery point for programs funded by government-sponsored entities like

Private lending has become one of the fastest ways to fund a real estate deal in Central Florida. High net worth individuals, investment groups, and local lending firms step in

Key Takeaways Private lenders are not exempt from Florida law. The assumption that a private loan can be structured any way the lender wants is one of the most dangerous