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New Florida Law Will Improve Remedies for Owners to Remove Squatters from Homes

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Florida has attracted a lot of investors buying homes to rent out, as well as persons buying vacation or second homes. Additionally, some owners downsize or upsize their homes, keeping and renting out their old home after...more

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US Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit Enjoins Florida's Restrictions on Persons from Foreign Countries of Concern Acquiring...

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On February 1, 2024, the US Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit granted an injunction, limited to two individual plaintiff/appellants, of a Florida law (Senate Bill 264, or SB 264) in effect since July 1, 2023, which...more

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Court Ruling Leaves Florida Law Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Property Enforceable for All But Two

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On February 1, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit partially granted the plaintiffs/appellants’ motion for an injunction pending appeal in Shen v. Simpson, No. 4:23-cv-208-AW-MAF (N.D. Fla....more

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Florida Real Estate Commission Finalizes Buyer’s Affidavits for Conveyances to Foreign Entities

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The Florida Real Estate Commission’s form buyer’s affidavits for conveyances to foreign entities are finally available and go into effect on January 17, 2024. This should provide some relief for practitioners and title...more

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Updates on Florida Law Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Property: Proposed Rules and Shen v. Simpson

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SB 264 (Chapter No. 2023-33, Laws of Florida) - which restricts some individuals and entities associated with China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria from owning certain real property in Florida - has...more

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What Florida’s SB 264 Means for Foreign Ownership of Real Property

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This past July, Florida became the latest state to adopt legislation with the goal of restricting foreign governments and individuals from real property ownership. Florida’s controversial new bill, SB 264, Interests of...more

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Florida Law Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Property Gets Initial Set of Proposed Rules

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On September 20, 2023, the Florida Department of Commerce (“DOC”) (formerly known as the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity) released its initial set of proposed Rules for implementing SB 264 (Chapter No. 2023-33,...more

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Real Estate Beneficial Ownership Regulatory Alert: Florida Restricts Real Estate Ownership by Individuals and Entities From...

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SUMMARY - On 17 August, a Florida judged denied a bid by four Chinese citizens and a real estate brokerage firm for summary judgment to block enforcement of Senate Bill 264. Effective 1 July 2023, Senate Bill 264 (codified...more

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Florida Law on Foreign Ownership of Real Property Survives For Now – Compliance Still an Issue

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On August 17, 2023, Judge Allen Winsor of the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Florida denied the Plaintiffs’ motion for temporary injunction in Shen v. Simpson, Case No. 4:23-cv-208-AW-MAF, the pending...more

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Florida Business Climate Great for Pickleball, But Risks Are in Play

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When discussing the ever-evolving landscape of Florida’s commercial real estate (CRE) market, one trend has begun to stand out — the rise of pickleball. This sport, once a leisurely pastime, has turned into a compelling...more

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Scrutinized Companies and Other Restrictions in Florida’s Public Procurement Space

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In a recent post, we examined the practical impact of SB 264 (Chapter No. 2023-33, Laws of Florida) on foreign investment in Florida. The new law, which took effect on July 1, 2023, among other things, restricts certain...more

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How To Avoid Flopping When Flipping Fla. Real Estate

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In an economy where land prices are rising, it is not unusual for a buyer who has a property under contract to consider flipping all or part of the property to another purchaser for a profit. If a contract gives the buyer a...more

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2023 Florida Legislation On Real Estate Deeds

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The Florida Legislature passed numerous bills primarily affecting real estate in the 2023 session. Most notably may be SB 15, the so-called SB 4-D Glitch Bill that deals with inspections and reserves for condominiums. This...more

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The Changing Rules of Real Estate: How SB264 Affects Foreign Purchasers and Owners of Real Estate in Florida

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Foreign purchasers and owners of real estate in Florida need to be aware of SB264. This law, which was recently signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has important implications for foreign nationals who want to invest in Florida...more

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Florida Passes Law Restricting Foreign Ownership of Real Estate

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The Florida Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 264 (SB 264), which Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law on May 8, 2023. SB 264 notably presents several new restrictions on persons or entities from certain foreign...more

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Condo Redevelopment Ushers in New Wave of Investment in Florida

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A lack of developable land in Florida, coupled with a rise in demand for commercial and residential real estate, is leading savvy investors to redevelop aging condominiums. Originally Published in The Real Deal....more

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A Primer on Florida Alcoholic Beverage Licenses

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If you are buying or financing properties with businesses selling alcoholic beverages, Florida’s regulatory requirements may seem daunting. To successfully navigate the complexities of Florida alcoholic beverage licensing, a...more

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Property Buyer Beware: Avoid Costly Tax Liabilities with a Sales Tax Clearance Letter

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Florida imposes sales tax on rent payable under commercial leases. The rate imposed by the state is 5.5%, but local governments have the right to impose a surtax which varies based on the jurisdiction....more

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Exciting Developments in Uncertain Times: What's in Store for Real Estate in South Florida

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Observers of the South Florida real estate industry don’t go very long without seeing headlines about Miami’s hot commercial real estate market. COVID-19 perhaps has only added to the growth of the market. But even in South...more

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Proposes Expansion of Schools of Hope Charter Schools into Opportunity Zones

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Tucked into Governor DeSantis’ proposed Florida budget is a provision that calls for significant expansion of Florida’s Schools of Hope charter school program....more

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Substantial Income Tax Benefits Await Real Estate Investors In Florida’s Qualified Opportunity Zones

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On June 14, 2018, the U.S. Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced the final round of census tracts in low-income communities in the State of Florida which are designated as “qualified opportunity...more

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Bilzin Sumberg Partner Calms Fears of Trump Hurting Miami Real Estate Market

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Attorney James W. Shindell, Real Estate chair at Bilzin Sumberg, has a message for those who believe Donald Trump’s presidential election will hurt Miami’s real estate market: The sky is not falling. Shindell addressed...more

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Discover What’s Ahead for Miami’s Condo Market

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Significant issues facing the residential real estate industry in the coming year will be the topic of discussion on Wednesday, November 30 at the Urban Land Institute Southeast Florida & Caribbean’s annual Miami Condo &...more

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Medio Oriente es un gran participante en el mercado de bienes raíces del sur de la Florida

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No es ningún secreto que Miami se ha convertido en uno de los mercados más atractivos del mundo para los inversores internacionales. Los latinoamericanos, en particular, han tenido una gran influencia en el sector...more

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Cómo los desarrolladores inmobiliarios del sur de Florida están reduciendo el riesgo de litigios

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En los días previos a la Gran Recesión de 2008, las propiedades en todo el sur de Florida se compraban solamente para ser revendidas posteriormente con una ganancia. Este “intercambio” de propiedades culminó en un mercado...more

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