by wesmartin | Jan 9, 2026 | Evictions, Landlord Tenants
Quick Answer Commercial lease disputes in West Palm Beach involve different legal frameworks than residential tenancies because Florida Statutes Chapter 83 primarily governs residential leases while commercial arrangements operate under general contract law principles...
by wesmartin | Jan 9, 2026 | Estate Planning
Quick Answer West Palm Beach retirees can avoid Palm Beach County probate proceedings through strategic estate planning including revocable living trusts that hold real estate and financial accounts, transfer-on-death (TOD) designations for bank accounts and...
by wesmartin | Jan 9, 2026 | Landlord Tenants, Real Estate Law
Quick Answer West Palm Beach prohibits short-term rentals (defined as occupancy periods less than six months and one day) in most residential zoning districts, effectively banning Airbnb, VRBO, and vacation rental operations throughout large portions of the city....
by wesmartin | Jan 9, 2026 | Landlord Tenants, Real Estate Law
Quick Answer Florida residential lease agreements must include specific mandatory disclosures and comply with statutory requirements under Chapter 83, Florida Statutes to be enforceable in Palm Beach County Court. Essential elements include accurate property address...
by wesmartin | Jan 9, 2026 | Landlord Tenants, Real Estate Law
Quick Answer Downtown West Palm Beach properties near Clematis Street require specialized legal due diligence beyond standard residential purchases because of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) regulations, mixed-use zoning complexities, historic district...
