Dec 28, 2016 | Real Estate Law
The City of Anna Maria adopted a comprehensive Vacation Rental Ordinance (“VRO”) in April of 2015. This VRO was challenged in court, and was subsequently amended a number of times by the City prior to the final version being adopted on November 19, 2015. Amongst...
Oct 4, 2016 | Real Estate Law
As we near the end of the year, now is the time for purchasers of new residences to consider the Florida homestead exemption and the many benefits it offers. To be entitled to receive a homestead exemption in 2017, you must be the owner of record of your property and...
May 5, 2016 | Real Estate Law
Buyers and sellers of United States real estate should be aware of new changes to the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) which affects closings occurring on or after February 16, 2016. When a foreign seller disposes of a United States real property...
May 20, 2015 | Real Estate Law
On July 21, 2010, the federal Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (“Dodd-Frank”) became law. Dodd Frank was passed in response to the Great Recession and introduced a series of new regulations aimed at reforming the financial...
May 23, 2014 | News, Real Estate Law
Blalock Walters Real Estate Practice Group has been honored with the Outstanding Agent Award for 2013 by Chicago Title. Congratulations to our Real Estate Services group for making a difference in helping us achieve this great recognition. Mark Barnebey, Will...
Apr 23, 2014 | Land Use, Real Estate Law
The communities on Anna Maria Island have been trying to maintain their historic character by encouraging the remodeling of existing ground-level homes. Meanwhile, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) seeks to limit exposure to flood claims by pressuring...
