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Take Note Lenders – New Florida Law Related to Estoppel Letters

Take Note Lenders – New Florida Law Related to Estoppel Letters

On October 1, 2023, several changes to Florida law governing estoppel letters (also referred to as “payoff letters”) prepared by lenders and servicers became effective. §701.04, Fla. Statute, now includes the following notable changes: A lender or servicer’s deadline to respond to an estoppel letter request from a record title owner, or fiduciary or trustee … Read more

WHWW Welcomes Attorney Maheen Akhter

Attorney Maheen Akhter

Attorney Maheen Akhter has joined the firm working in the areas of real estate and corporate law. Maheen represents both regional and national clients in all aspects of commercial real estate, with a focus on buying and selling commercial real estate, commercial leasing, and commercial lending. Her practice also involves handling title and survey matters, … Read more

Property Owners May See Higher Tax Discounts In 2022

Property Owners May See Higher Tax Discounts In 2022

The old phrase “the early bird catches the worm” might ring even more true for Florida property owners starting this year. On December 2, 2021, Senator Ana Rodriguez (R-39) filed Senate Bill 1152 to increase tax percentage deductions on timely paid property tax bills. An identical bill was filed in the Florida House of Representatives … Read more

WHWW Welcomes Attorney James L. Doyle

Attorney James Doyle

WHWW is pleased to announce that real estate attorney James L. Doyle has recently joined the firm. James represents individuals, developers, and lenders in real estate transactions, 1031 exchanges, land use and development, commercial lending, and business transactions. He holds his J.D. from Stetson University College of Law, and a B.S., cum laude, in Political … Read more

New Florida Laws Provide Solutions for Landlords and Tenants During the Pandemic

New Florida Laws Provide Solutions for Landlords and Tenants During the Pandemic

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of daily life, including the need to keep a safe distance from others. We have adapted by creating solutions to limit human contact and promote health and safety, such as grocery store delivery services, virtual happy hours, and virtual at-home workouts, just to name a few. … Read more