Home sellers and home buyers are likely both waiting for some kind of change in the financing markets right now. Those homeowners locked in with low rates do not wish to sell, but cannot maintain a standard of living with their current income and increased expenses. They may not qualify…
Any hit to the real estate market in Tampa Bay is likely short-lived because of several factors: We still have an inventory shortage. Interest rates are at an all-time low. Even though people lost 30% or more of their stock account value we have NOT lost 30% or more of…
One common myth is that the prior property owner will receive the surplus of any bid over the unpaid taxes. It’s possible, but not that likely. The order of priorities for any surplus is: Government agencies with liens on the property; Mortgage holders and other lien holders in order of…
Do I need to have possession to quiet title to property? No, in fact there is a process whereby we can file a Complaint for Unlawful Detainer along with the Quiet Title Action following a foreclosure sale or tax deed sale for instance. You do not need a separate eviction…