Real Estate

 
Real estate law is one of the main focuses of our law firm. The real estate attorneys of Salter Feiber, PA provide individuals and businesses with skilled representation in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate law. We can be your most valuable resource on all real estate matters including:

Contract Preparation and Title Work

Our knowledgeable real estate attorneys can assist you in preparing commercial and residential real estate contracts and leases, as well as performing closings and title work.

Our attorneys are title insurance agents and work with the Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund, Inc. and First American Title Insurance Company, as well as Chicago Title Insurance Company. We have the distinction of repeatedly being named one of the top 25 producers in the state of Florida for the Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund – an accomplishment we are proud of!

Closings and Title Insurance

The purchase or sale of commercial or residential property is one of the most important transactions of your life. It is crucial that you contact a skilled real estate lawyer who can protect your investment and preserve your interests. We have represented thousands of clients at real estate closings throughout North Florida. Our attorneys work with Attorneys' Title Insurance Fund, Inc., First American Title Insurance Company and Chicago Title Insurance Company. We have a comprehensive understanding of real estate title laws and assist clients in achieving successful real estate transactions.

We organize and prepare all necessary documents, initiate property title searches and quiet title actions, resolve any contract disputes that arise and represent our clients at closings.

Our real estate closing and title insurance practice includes:
  • Residential Real Estate Closings
  • Commercial Real Estate Closings
  • For Sale by Owner Closings
  • Title Insurance
  • Contract Preparation and Negotiation
  • Association Law
  • Breach of Contract Claims
  • Title Searches
  • Quiet Title Actions
  • Title Defects
  • Title Claims
  • Condominium Law and Conversions

Short Sales

If you can no longer afford your home and are hoping to avoid foreclosure, a short sale may be the answer. Short sales are more complicated than a traditional real estate transaction so it’s important to have an experienced attorney representing your interests. At Salter Feiber, PA, we have handled hundreds of short sale negotiations and closings.

We will work with you, your realtor and your lender to get the short sale approved and negotiate your obligations following the sale.

Real Estate Development and Associations


At Salter Feiber, PA, we also represent real estate developers in their acquisition of property and development of associations and restrictive covenants. After the development has been completed, our firm represents boards of directors for homeowners and condominium associations. We assist clients with the following matters:
  • Analysis and Review of Restrictive Covenants
  • Advice on Covenant Violations
  • Preparation of Declaration of Covenants Documents
  • Condominium Association Start-Ups
  • Drafting of Association Bylaws, Rules and Regulations
  • Association Articles of Incorporation

Condominium Conversions

Our attorneys work statewide with clients who want to convert rental properties into condominiums. We assist with state and county filings, guiding you through the process with the assurance that comes from experience.

Landlord/Tenant


Salter Feiber represents commercial and residential landlords in a variety of matters including:
  • Drafting Commercial Lease Agreements
  • Drafting Residential Lease Agreements
  • Drafting Lease with Purchase Options
  • Resolution of Lease Violations
  • Non-Payment of Rent
  • Lease Negotiations
  • Evictions
We understand that rental property is one of your most important investments and it’s important that you protect that investment and your legal rights. It is imperative that you have a lease agreement drafted that will protect your legal rights and the value of your property. We will discuss your situation and customize a lease to fit your needs.
The rental industry is big business in Gainesville and the surrounding areas. Unfortunately, sometimes tenants fail to comply with the terms of the lease agreement. When this happens, landlords should not hesitate to contact a lawyer who can protect their rights and their property interests. The longer a situation goes unresolved, the more time, money and property value the landlord risks losing.
When appropriate, we will try to negotiate an amicable resolution to your dispute with your tenant. However, when negotiations fail, we have the experience and the expertise to file an eviction action on your behalf and represent your interests in court.

Foreclosures and Alternatives

At Salter Feiber, PA our attorneys have represented borrowers and lenders in foreclosure actions. We believe that the experience that comes from this comprehensive experience benefits our clients in all aspects of negotiation and litigation.

Borrowers:
If you are a homeowner facing foreclosure, there are options to consider. Don’t just sit and wait for the bank to foreclose; the sooner you take action the more options we have to assist you. At Salter Feiber, our attorneys have the real estate experience to help you pursue alternatives to foreclosure including:
  • Mortgage Modification
  • Short Sale
  • Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure
  • Negotiation of Deficiency Following Foreclosure
Lenders:
If you are a creditor who is not being paid, we can assist you with foreclosing the note and mortgage.  We will discuss the various options available and the jurisdictional requirements. In many jurisdictions, mediation is mandatory prior to completion of a foreclosure action and we will assist you in negotiating an acceptable resolution with the borrower, if possible.
If foreclosure is necessary, we will examine the title to ensure that you have clear title to the property following a foreclosure and carry the foreclosure through the litigation phase of the proceedings to completion and put you back in possession of the property.

Real Estate Litigation

Our firm provides general real estate litigation services as well. We understand the unique quality of your real estate dispute and tailor the advice, support and representation we provide to fit your individual needs. We can assist you with the following matters related to litigation including:

Easements
Boundary Disputes
Quiet Title Actions
Foreclosures
Community and Homeowners Association
Landlord and Tenant
Foreclosures