Category: Real Estate

Transferring Real Estate After Death in Florida: What Are Your Options?

Sun, Sep 07, 2025

When someone passes away owning property in Florida, transferring that real estate to heirs isn’t always simple. Depending on how the property was titled and whether a valid estate plan exists, the process could be quick or involve lengthy court procedures. At Pyle, Dellinger & Naylor, we assist families in Port Orange, Daytona Beach, and […]

Florida Real Estate Closings: Legal Issues That Can Derail Your Deal

Thu, Aug 07, 2025

Buying or selling real estate in Florida is a significant financial decision. But even when both parties agree on the terms, closings can be delayed or fall apart entirely due to preventable legal issues. Whether you’re working with residential or commercial property, protecting your interests from contract to closing requires more than a handshake. At […]

Buying Property in Florida Through a Trust: Pros and Cons

Mon, Jul 14, 2025

Purchasing real estate in Florida is a significant investment, whether you plan to live in the home, use it as a rental property, or hold it for the long term. For many individuals and families, buying property through a trust is a strategic move that offers more control, flexibility, and protection. However, like any estate […]

The Florida Homestead Exemption and Your Estate Plan: What You Need to Know

Mon, Jul 07, 2025

Florida’s homestead exemption is a powerful legal protection that affects both your property and your estate plan. While most homeowners understand that it provides a break on property taxes, few realize how it can shape asset distribution and impact the legal responsibilities of surviving family members. At Pyle, Dellinger & Naylor, we help clients across […]

Lady Bird Deeds

Wed, May 21, 2025

Many Florida homeowners use a Lady Bird Deed—an enhanced life estate deed—to transfer property to loved ones without going through probate. This type of deed allows the owner to keep complete control of the property during their lifetime while ensuring it passes directly to a named beneficiary upon death. It’s a straightforward way to avoid […]

Contract to Closing: 3 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Attorney in Daytona Beach

Sat, Aug 24, 2024

Are you buying a home, condo, vacant land, commercial or investment property in the greater Daytona Beach area? Congratulations! Purchasing real estate in Florida can be extremely exciting. However, it can also get complicated and stressful if you don’t have the right professionals representing you from contract to closing. Although it’s not necessary to hire […]

Reverse Mortgages

Fri, Aug 23, 2024

A reverse mortgage is a special type of home loan that lets you convert equity in your home into cash. Equity is the value of your property minus the debt on your home. For example, a home worth $100,000, with no mortgage, has equity of $100,000. A home worth $100,000, with a $75,000 mortgage, has […]

Land Trusts

Fri, Aug 23, 2024

Sometimes people wish to own homes in untraditional ways. Adult children might wish to buy a home for their parents to live in. Unmarried adults may own a home together. Married couples with children from prior marriages may want to assure each other as to what will happen to a home on death. Handling these […]

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