Contracts are signed quickly, deadlines are assumed to be flexible, and buyers and sellers rely on the idea that “someone else” is watching for legal problems. That assumption is one of the most expensive mistakes Florida real estate clients make.
Myth 1: The title company handles everything. Many Florida title companies are processing centers, not law firms. They issue paperwork but do not provide legal advice or resolve complex title, estate, lien, or boundary issues.
Myth 2: The contract is standard, so it’s safe. Florida real estate contracts are deadline-driven and unforgiving. Missed inspection, financing, or title deadlines can mean lost deposits or forced closings.
Myth 3: Municipal issues can be fixed later. Open permits, code violations, and illegal improvements frequently become the new owner’s responsibility…sometimes with daily fines or costly demolition orders.
Myth 4: Seller disclosures protect buyers. Florida law requires disclosure only of known defects. Silence is often legal, leaving buyers with limited post-closing remedies.
Myth 5: Title problems are rare. In Florida, title issues involving heirs, divorces, investor flips, and out-of-state owners are common and often discovered only when a property is re-sold.
Espino Law serves as both your real estate attorney and licensed title agent. Before you sign a contract, waive contingencies, or wire funds, consult experienced legal counsel. The cost of proper representation is small, compared to the cost of fixing a preventable mistake after closing; Espino-Law.com.
