Navigating Landlord-Tenant Laws: A Guide for Property Owners
Owning rental property in Florida requires attention to a legal framework that affects leases, notices, and dispute resolution. Florida’s rental property laws shape how rental relationships are documented, how communication with tenants is handled, and how conflicts progress when they arise. For landlords, the central challenge lies in structuring day-to-day property management practices so they […]
Pets and Rental Properties: Laws and Policies Surrounding Pet Ownership
Pets are common in Florida rental housing, and so are questions about how landlords can approach pet policies. Thoughtful planning on the front end can help landlords, property managers, and owners manage risk, protect property, and maintain good tenant relationships. Why Pet Policies Matter for Landlords Landlords often work with Cobb Cole’s Real Estate Law […]
The Permitting Process: Where to Start
Getting a construction project from idea to opening in Florida means following a sequence of steps that will extend far beyond just pulling permits. The process starts with visioning and master planning and moves through regulatory compliance, environmental review, technical permitting, building permits, inspections, and, ultimately, the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy (CO). Understanding […]
Loan Restructuring and How It Can Help You
Loan restructuring is a strategy used by businesses, homeowners, and real estate investors to adjust the terms of a debt obligation in ways that make repayment more manageable and sustainable. Loan restructuring can be an attractive option for borrowers facing short-term liquidity issues or long-term shifts in business models. For businesses experiencing rough patches or […]
Understanding Easements: Rights, Duties, and Restrictions
Easements are legal rights that allow one party to use another’s property for a specific purpose without owning it. In Florida, understanding the nuances of easements is important for property owners, as they can significantly impact property use, value, and development potential. The attorneys at Cobb Cole’s Real Estate Law group and Land Use & Zoning group work with […]
A Deed’s a Deed, Right? Ways of Taking Title
A Deed’s a Deed, Right? Ways of Taking Title In a Florida real estate transaction, the deed doesn’t just confirm ownership. It defines how that ownership is held—and that can have major implications for taxes, liability, control, and transfer. The appropriate form of title for a purchase will differ if you’re buying with a spouse, a business […]
What’s an Encroachment?
Encroachment occurs when one property owner either inadvertently or intentionally allows the use or occupation of his own property to cross over a neighboring property line that divides two pieces of property without the permission of the other property owner. Florida has laws designed to protect property owners from encroachment. Owners are encouraged to take […]
If I Do Not Pay My Property Taxes This Year, Do I Immediately Lose My Property?
The short answer to this pressing question is no. You won’t lose your property immediately. You will have at least 2 years from the date of delinquency to pay your owed taxes plus interest and fees. In Florida, failing to pay property taxes initiates a multi-step process that can ultimately lead to the loss of your property, […]
What is Environmental Due Diligence?
Environmental due diligence refers to the assessment of potential environmental liabilities associated with a property or project. Before acquiring a property or starting a project, buyers, investors, and developers want to identify and mitigate all the potential environmental risks it may entail. In Florida, where soil and groundwater contamination and former commercial and industrial sites pose […]
What is Responsible Development?
Understanding Responsible Development Responsible development is far more than simply an ethical or regulatory consideration—it is a forward-thinking approach that aligns private investment with long-term community, economic, and environmental benefits. In Florida, where rapid growth and land-use challenges often intersect, responsible development is often a key component in strategic land investments. At its core, responsible […]
