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Is That Vacant-Lot Seller Real? How Sellers Are Verified Before a Florida Closing

Is That Vacant-Lot Seller Real? How Sellers Are Verified Before a Florida Closing

by Sam J. Saad III | Nov 6, 2026 | Real Estate Knowledge

Quick Summary Seller impersonation attempts have roughly doubled: In ALTA’s 2026 survey reported by Florida Realtors, 59% of title professionals said their firms saw at least one attempt in the prior year, up from 28% in 2024, and vacant land was the most...
FinCEN Real Estate Reporting: What the New Federal Rule Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Agents in Southwest Florida

FinCEN Real Estate Reporting: What the New Federal Rule Means for Buyers, Sellers, and Agents in Southwest Florida

by Sam J. Saad III | Mar 24, 2026 | Real Estate Knowledge

Quick Summary FinCEN’s Residential Real Estate Rule requires reporting of certain non-financed property transfers involving legal entities or trusts — with title companies and settlement agents bearing the primary responsibility for filing those reports with the...
Are Real Estate Taxes the Same as Property Taxes? A Florida Homebuyer’s Guide

Are Real Estate Taxes the Same as Property Taxes? A Florida Homebuyer’s Guide

by Sam J. Saad III | Feb 24, 2026 | Real Estate Knowledge

Quick Summary Yes — in most cases, real estate taxes and property taxes refer to the same thing: ad valorem taxes assessed on real property (land and structures). In Florida, these taxes are calculated annually based on assessed value and local millage rates....
What Is a Short Sale in Real Estate? A Florida Buyer and Seller Guide

What Is a Short Sale in Real Estate? A Florida Buyer and Seller Guide

by Sam J. Saad III | Jan 14, 2026 | Real Estate Knowledge

Quick Summary Short Sale Defined: A short sale occurs when a homeowner sells a property for less than the amount owed on the mortgage, with lender approval. More Complex Than a Traditional Sale: Short sales require lender cooperation, additional documentation, and...
Attorney Guarantee Letters vs. Title Insurance in Florida: What Homebuyers Need to Know

Attorney Guarantee Letters vs. Title Insurance in Florida: What Homebuyers Need to Know

by Sam J. Saad III | Oct 17, 2025 | Real Estate Knowledge

Quick Summary Attorney Guarantee Letters are legal opinions from attorneys who certify a property’s title — but they’re not backed by insurance. Title Insurance protects Florida homebuyers and lenders against undiscovered title issues long after closing. In Florida,...
10 Reasons Title Insurance Is Essential for First-Time Homebuyers in Florida

10 Reasons Title Insurance Is Essential for First-Time Homebuyers in Florida

by Sam J. Saad III | Jan 31, 2025 | Real Estate Knowledge

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between securing a mortgage, finding the perfect property, and navigating the closing process, there’s a lot to manage. One thing you shouldn’t overlook? Title insurance. While it...
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