Monthly Archives: August 2013
Alimony Reform: Better Luck Next Time?
Despite overwhelming support by both parties in the state legislature, the movement to eliminate the awarding of permanent alimony in Florida met an abrupt end in May when Gov. Rick Scott vetoed Senate Bill 718. The governor praised some aspects of the bill but said he could not approve it because it was written… Read More »
Were You Prey to a Predatory Lender?
Anyone who has participated in a real estate transaction knows how it goes: Sign here. Sign there. Sign here and here and here and here. Initial this, that and the other thing. Then take home this huge pile of paper and put it in a drawer. Congratulations! You own a home. Unfortunately, the mind-numbing… Read More »
The Effects of Foreclosure on Your Taxes
Most of the time an increase in your tax bill reflects an increase in your income. Perhaps you earned a big raise or a bonus or even won the lottery. The tax bite may take some joy out of your celebration but you certainly come out ahead. Foreclosure of your home, on the other… Read More »
What is a Deed in Lieu?
Did someone tell you a deed in lieu might be a good option for your situation? And you responded that you would consider it — all the while thinking, “In lieu of what?” The quick answer is: in lieu of foreclosure. And a deed in lieu is, in fact, a quick answer to the… Read More »