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Florida Real Estate Broker Commissions and the Procuring Cause Doctrine

The Doctrine In Florida, a real estate broker may be entitled to a commission despite not having a written agreement. Under Florida’s procuring cause doctrine, in certain circumstances, “[w]here a sale is consummated by the vendor and a…

Requirements for Security Deposits & Advanced Rent in Florida: No Commingling Funds and Notice Requirements

How to Hold Funds In Florida, residential landlords are required to hold advanced rent (e.g. last month’s rent) and security deposits in a separate bank account (either interest or non-interest bearing) or post a surety bond. Landlords are…

Requirements for Deductions and the Return of Security Deposits for Residential Tenants in Florida  

In Florida, certain statutory requirements apply when making deductions or returning a residential tenant's security deposit. Florida Statutes Chapter 83, Part II, governs residential tenancies and contains the following specific requirements. Returning…

Five Tips for Business Owners Protect yourself from common pitfalls by following these simple tips in your business.

Do not operate as a sole proprietor. Doing business in your own name without organizing a business entity can expose your personal assets to business liabilities. Sole proprietors are liable for all claims arising from the business.…

Options for Enforcing & Collecting on a Judgment in Florida

Congratulations! You won a monetary judgment against your opposing party. You are now entitled to a sum of money. But how do you turn that piece of paper into a meaningful result? The process and cost of enforcing and collecting a judgment…