Title defects can be a major problem, not only because they hold the sale up, but they are sometimes complex. We are equipped to handle complex title issues.
Additional Services
Probate Services
Through our allied law firm, our attorneys work with beneficiaries (i.e., heirs) and personal representatives (i.e., executors) to assist them with the many duties and responsibilities involved in the Florida probate process. We complement our experience in probate matters with the personal attention that beneficiaries and representatives need when navigating an unfamiliar process during what can be a challenging time.
Our attorneys prepare and file the initial petition for probate administration, draft other necessary probate documents and file them with the probate court, advise the heirs and personal representative of the implications of certain decisions or actions, and assist with the distribution the deceased’s assets.
Our efforts focus on ensuring that beneficiaries and personal representatives feel confident that the probate process will proceed smoothly, adhere to the law, and implement the deceased’s wishes. We will work closely with you to close the estate conclusively without disputes or delays.
The type of probate matters we assist with include summary administrations, formal probate administrations, and ancillary administrations. We also have expertise with resolving title issues related to probate properties.
Lien Mitigation
Peak Title understands the threat that unwanted or unexpected liens and encumbrances pose to a property, its value, and the closing transaction. We leverage our title expertise and extensive experience to identify, clear, mitigate, and satisfy liens, judgments, and orders entered in connection with code and building violations for properties across the State of Florida.
1031 Exchanges
Peak Title’s attorneys provide counsel and facilitate 1031 exchange transactions, ensuring that our clients minimize tax consequences and reap the full benefits of a 1031 like-kind exchange. We guide clients through exchanges and help them obtain tax deferrals in immediate, deferred, and “reverse” 1031 exchanges. Our attorneys also have experience serving as the role of the Qualified Intermediary for tax-deferred exchanges and, if needed, representing clients in communications and enforcement matters involving the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
As with our title and closing services, the additional counsel and representation we provide focus on protecting our clients’ interests, advancing their goals, and consummating transactions without disruption or delay. For more information on the additional services we provide, please call Peak Title.
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REO transactions are properties that are owned by the bank. These properties have already gone through the foreclosure process, which is why it is important to make sure you have clean title once you purchase an REO property.
Owners of investment and business property may qualify for a Section 1031 deferral. Both properties must be held for use in a trade or business or for investment. Property used primarily for personal use, like a primary residence or a second home or vacation home, does not qualify for like-kind exchange treatment.
A lot more happens behind the scenes in order to get hard money loans closed. We will help you prepare for the closing and give you a checklist of items you will need so you are not requested to produce documents for the hard money lender at the last minute
Construction loans and/or developer closings involve a new property in which a developer is usually the seller.
FHA loans are government backed loans which protects lenders against defaults which make it possible for them to offer prospective borrowers more competitive interest rates in comparison to other more risky loans. They involve a large amount of paper work, but we make it easy as possible during closing
A situation in which a homeowner is unable to keep up with their mortgage payments and in turn the property becomes the property of the lender. In this situation we can help either the Lender or new potential buyer clear title issues and process and smooth closing.
Florida recognizes Land Trusts and you may take title to the property in the name of a Land Trust. We are capable of insuring title with Land Trusts as the titleholder.