Luxury Waterfront Properties in Palm Beach
Palm Beach, known as “The Island,” is an exclusive barrier island separated from the cities of West Palm Beach and Lake Worth by the Intracoastal Waterway. Palm Beach’s development is credited to Henry Flagler who built luxury resorts, the Hotel Royal Poinciana and The Breakers, and made Palm Beach accessible by the Florida East Coast […]
South Florida Luxury Condominium Features
When buying luxury residential real estate, there are many qualities of the property that a purchaser should explore. South Florida luxury condominium projects have been booming. Purchasers are generally aware of location, location, location; however, other aspects need to be considered. The knowledgeable luxury residential real estate attorneys at Schecter Law have the experience to […]
Luxury Waterfront Property Considerations
When purchasing South Florida luxury residential real estate, there are many factors that a buyer will want to address. Furthermore, special factors should be considered when the property is a luxury waterfront property. Insurance costs, maintenance expenses, community amenities, and boat traffic are all factors that an experienced Fort Lauderdale residential real estate attorney at […]
Lender Liability Claims for Breach of Contract
The doctrine of lender liability refers to the various legal theories a commercial borrower may bring against their lender for purported misconduct. According to the American Bankers Association, breach of contract is the most prevalent theory of lender liability used by borrowers against lenders. The South Florida lender liability claims attorneys at Schecter Law have […]
Luxury Waterfront Properties in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is sometimes known as the “Venice of America” because of its expansive and intricate canal system. There are over one-hundred miles of waterways within the city limits. Along these waterways are numerous luxury residential real estate properties. Many of the properties are located on ocean-access canals leading to the Intracoastal Waterway. Others are […]
Lender Liability Claims for Negligent Misrepresentation
The doctrine of lender liability refers to the various legal theories a commercial borrower may bring against their lender for purported misconduct. If a lender benefits from negligent misrepresentations made to a borrower, the lender may be liable. The South Florida lender liability claims attorneys at Schecter Law have represented both borrowers and lenders. Under […]
Real Estate Lawyers Perform Title Examinations
Title examination is a key component to a real estate transaction. A proper examination ensures the property is fit for sale. A Fort Lauderdale title examination & insurance attorney can perform a title examination for a real estate transaction. Title examination occurs while a property is under contract. The examination should discover any encumbrances that […]
Constructive Eviction of a Commercial Tenant
Katz Deli v. Waterways Plaza, 3D12-3409 & 3D13-124 (Fla. 3d DCA 2013): This appeal and cross-appeal contested the amount of damages awarded for a breach of contract that led to the constructive eviction and ultimate destruction of Katz Deli. Katz Deli expanded by leasing a space in the Waterways Plaza of Aventura. The lease required […]
Residential Real Estate Disclosures in South Florida Area
The doctrine of caveat emptor was the rule of law governing disputes from the sale of residential real property. Seller’s disclosures were not required. The seller of real property was not liable or responsible to the buyer for a defective condition in the real property that existed at the time the seller transferred possession to […]
Fort Lauderdale Condominium Disputes
Condominiums created and existing in the state of Florida are subject to the provisions of the Florida Condominium Act. The Act gives statutory recognition to the condo form of ownership of real property and establishes procedures for the creation, sale, and operation of condos. Our South Florida condominium dispute attorneys are well equipped to handle […]
