Property Law... The Florida Bar has decided to investigate probate and real estate laws with regard to same-sex couples. The bar created an eight member committee to in June to study the issue and how it will effect legally married same-sex couples who move to Florida. Chairperson of the committee, West Palm Beach attorney Michael Gelfand said, ”Part of what we do is … Keep reading... about Property Law and Gay Marriage in Florida
General Interest
Driving in Southwest Florida
I enjoy driving and showing my customers the beautiful scenery, beaches and properties in Southwest Florida. Sometimes I can drive hundreds of miles in a week, from Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda to Rotonda and Englewood Beach, Boca Grande and north to Venice, Sarasota and Bradenton. I even get to Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater at times. During the summer I often drive for my … Keep reading... about Driving in Southwest Florida
Flood Hazard Zones
Many people misunderstand the coverage they have with their standard homeowner insurance policy and the need for additional flood insurance underwritten by the US government. FEMA was created by the Flood Protection Disaster Act of 1968 to regulate construction in coastal areas and flood plains. FEMA analyzed the flood prone areas of the nation and in 1970’s issued maps that … Keep reading... about Flood Hazard Zones
New Hotel and Condos Planned for Sarasota
Architects in Sarasota, FL introduced their plans for a major, new condominium / hotel, The "Vue Sarasota Bay". The project will be built at the corner of U.S. 41 and Gulfstream Avenue. The buildings will be 18 stories high and is planned to reflect Sarasota's famed architectural past. The project will cost $300,000,000 and should be completed in 2016. “We took a lot of … Keep reading... about New Hotel and Condos Planned for Sarasota
Health In Motion Mobile Medical Unit
The Florida Department of Health program Health In Motion Mobile Medical Unit will provide free and low-cost health services at 14 locations during the month of April in Sarasota County. For more information, call 941-861-5000 or visit www.sarasotahealth.org. The following is a schedule of dates and locations for the mobile unit: SARASOTA Thursdays, April 3, 10, … Keep reading... about Health In Motion Mobile Medical Unit