Frequently Asked Questions

What Builders do we represent?

We represent private international clients looking to build, national home builders and custom home builders as well. We have worked very hard to maintain excellent relationships with our builders and they depend on us to procure the lots for them to build on. We take great pride in the strong relationships we have developed throughout the years. 

What is a feasibility period?

The feasibility period allows us up to 30 days to complete our own and county mandated testing to ensure that the lot is in good building condition. This can include soil perc testing, environmental testing to ensure the lot is not a current habitat for endangered species such as the Gopher Tortoise and Burrowing Owl, wetland determinations and everything in between. We do our best to determine most of this ahead of time but some of it can only be accomplished through site visits from licensed experts. The feasibility period helps to protect both parties in a contract. We will be happy to share any test results that we receive with you as well.

Why do we use a custom land purchase agreement instead of a FAR/BAR? 

The FAR/BAR contract is a standard residential contract for sale and purchase that is put together by the Florida Association of Realtors. While there is nothing wrong with that, most people don't understand the legal language in a standard FAR/BAR contract. Most feel that they need to now hire an attorney to review the contract. We want this to be the most efficient and economical process as possible for you. We have put together a very simple and easy to read one page purchase agreement that we had approved by a real estate lawyer and we have used with clients that are Fortune 500 companies. It allows everyone to understand the vital elements of a vacant land contract much easier then with the standard FAR/BAR. We do occasionally run into clients that insist on using the standard FAR/BAR contract and that is perfectly okay with us. We can use a standard FAR/BAR contract for your land purchase if you would prefer it.

Do I need to find my original deed?

No, you don't need to find your original deed to be able to sell your land. The title company will issue a new deed upon closing.

What title company will you use?

Since we will be paying for all of the closing costs we have the right to choose which title company to do business with. Depending on which region of Florida we are conducting business in, we do most of our title work with Steel City Title, HB Title and Stewart Title. You can rest assured that we only conduct business with reputable companies.

How do I sign the purchase agreement online?

We use Adobe DocuSign for all of our electronic documents and signatures. A great tutorial video explaining the signing process can be viewed here https://youtu.be/43dOMDEXOlM .

Do you put down a deposit with the purchase agreement on our lot?

Yes, we will put down a $500 good faith deposit in an escrow account with the title company. If we fail to follow through with the purchase of your lot after determining that it is buildable during the feasibility period, then you will keep the $500. We do everything in our power and intend to close on every piece of land that we enter into contract over.

What does the right to assign mean?

The right to assign clause allows us to assign the contract over to the builder that will ultimately be constructing the home on the lot. It doesn't change any of the terms of our agreement.

Do I have to show up in person to sign the closing documents?

No, you can do everything with us remotely. Not only is that a benefit for convenience but also in this day and age of COVID-19 it will allow you to go through the entire selling process without ever endangering yourself or your family around other individuals.

What if I owe delinquent taxes on the property?

We have been able to assist many people who are delinquent on their taxes and in danger of losing the property entirely. You would be able to sign a purchase agreement and use those proceeds at the closing table to pay for your delinquent taxes and still be able to make a profit.

What if the property is still in my deceased parents names or in a trust?

Every situation is unique and we have probably dealt with them all. Most issues of probate are best to be handled by a probate lawyer. We can recommend one to you that we have done a lot of business with if you do not have one of your own already. A purchase agreement cannot be executed until the deed has been properly registered in your name.