The idea of losing your home or business can be terrifying, especially if you are going through a tough time. And in Florida State, you only have twenty days to respond to a foreclosure, failure to which the bank might start taking action. So, how can you prevent a...
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Backseat passengers at risk
Thoughts about car accidents may drift to concerns about the driver and front-seat passengers. Images of crash test dummies hitting an airbag at high speeds help drive such perceptions. Not everyone understands that backseat passengers could also suffer terrible...
Could lead be in your new home? Lead disclosure rules in Florida
If you have your heart set on moving into a historic home, you may need to consider the impact that it could have on your health. You should know what information your potential landlord or home seller should disclose to you about lead-based paint prior to signing a...
An overview of debt consolidation
Debtors in Florida overwhelmed with debt often make hasty decisions, such as borrowing from retirement, which leaves them in a worse circumstance. Bankruptcy is an option debtors can pursue, but it also has consequences. A more sensible option for some debtors to...
When can a will be contested in Florida?
For Floridians who have lost a loved one, a fundamental part of the process is addressing the property left behind by the deceased. If there was a will, the decedent’s assets will be distributed as stipulated in the document. However, there are circumstances in which...
Can beneficiaries legally refuse an inheritance?
Most people in Florida would love to be the recipient of a surprise inheritance, but what if you don't want it? It makes sense to refuse an inheritance for some situations. However, doing so takes a specific legal process. Reasons for refusing an inheritance...
SUVs pose greater risk to pedestrians
There has been some notably good news on the automobile accident front in Florida and across the United States over the course of the past 40 years. As the result of a sharper focus on automobile safety features and solider construction, the number individuals who...
Alternatives to foreclosure through workouts with lenders
When people in Florida fall behind on their mortgage payments, they might be in danger of foreclosure. However, there are some potential ways that homeowners might be able to avoid foreclosure, including by discussing alternatives with their lenders. Foreclosures are...
What to do about a notice of default
A foreclosure on a home is generally not good news for anyone. Most people who purchase a home in Florida do everything to pay the mortgage until it becomes too difficult, and lenders do not want to foreclose. However, it may be a necessary step for lenders to protect...
How to deal with homeowners association rental restrictions
You've bought a condominium, townhouse or a house in Florida as a second home, and while you enjoy spending time in the Sunshine State, your primary home is elsewhere. It makes sense to rent out your property to get a return on your investment. However, the question...