by MInfanti | Dec 18, 2025 | Featured, Title, Uncategorized
One of the most common moments of hesitation I see at the closing table happens when a buyer or seller scans the settlement statement and pauses at the line item for title insurance. Agents know that it is important, lenders require it, and attorneys recommend it, but...
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Sep 19, 2025 | Featured, hurricanes, Title
Living in paradise comes with a price, (well, besides for higher car insurance)… It’s hurricane season. And, while you might worry about storm shutters and flood insurance, there’s a quieter threat that most Florida homeowners don’t see coming:...
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Aug 29, 2025 | Featured, Title
A Step-by-Step Guide Woo Hoo, you’ve made it! You’ve found your dream home, survived the negotiations, and navigated the mortgage process. Now comes the final hurdle: closing day. For many buyers and sellers, this is the most mysterious part of the...
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Aug 10, 2025 | Commercial Real Estate, Featured
Buying or selling commercial property isn’t just a bigger transaction; it’s a completely different ballgame than residential real estate. From due diligence to financing, the process is longer, riskier, and packed with pitfalls that can derail deals....
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Jul 21, 2025 | Featured, Title
Buying a home is exciting! That is until a few surprise liens, a property line dispute (encroachments), or a few long-lost heirs pop up. These title issues (or title defects) can delay your closing, increase your costs, or even jeopardize your deal closing. So, how do...
by Hayley Baldinelli, J.D. | Jul 8, 2025 | 1031 Exchange, Featured
A 1031 Exchange allows real estate investors to sell a property and buy (exchange) another property without paying capital gains taxes. In this way, it is similar to a 401k rollover but with its own set of strict rules and procedures. This tax deferral strategy has...
