Orlando, Kissimmee, Winter Garden, Clermont, Sanford, Davenport, and surrounding Central Florida communities are experiencing a changing real estate market. For Realtors, understanding short sales could mean recognizing listing opportunities other agents overlook. Not every homeowner experiencing financial hardship is in foreclosure. And not every homeowner who owes more than their property is worth understands that selling may still be possible. That’s where a knowledgeable

Whose name is on the deed matters. But HOW they hold title matters just as much. In Florida, the type of tenancy determines ownership rights, what happens when an owner dies, and what protections may exist against creditors. Here's what every Florida real estate professional should know. 1. Tenants in Common (TIC) Ownership Two or more people own an interest in the same property. Their ownership percentages can be equal or unequal. Survivorship: None. A deceased owner's inter

but each time it seems easier and faster to enter the same information in your listing... and every time, you regret it. Chasing answers and updates, delayed closings, or lack of urgency is costing you time and money. Your title partner should be making you better at your job and making it easier. If you've worked with us or attended one of our classes, workshops, or virtual sessions, you already know what we're about: straight answers, expert guidance, communication, a

A Florida real estate closing can go sideways fast when a seller is treated as “foreign” for tax withholding purposes, even though the seller may actually be a U.S. resident for federal tax purposes. That is the problem many sellers, Realtors, mortgage brokers, and buyers run into with FIRPTA withholding. Some title companies see that a seller is not a U.S. citizen or green card holder and immediately default to withholding. But federal tax residency is not limited to citizen

Central Florida CE Class Continuing Education Event • 3 CE Credits Understanding Underwriting Presented by The Title Firm in strategic partnership with Christine Wilson from The Mortgage Firm. Master what underwriters look for, prevent deal-breaking delays, and streamline closings for your real estate clients. 3 CE Realtor Credits Event Schedule & Location Wednesday, October 21 Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST Venue: The Mortgage Firm Corporate Office Address: 921 Douglas Ave, Al