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By Danielle L. Vaughn, Esq., B.C.S., LL.M. As you walk down the bustling streets of Corey Avenue, filled with retail shops, restaurants and bars, you will see the teal accents of the new law office for Vaughn Law on the corner of Corey Avenue and Blind Pass Road....

By Danielle L. Vaughn, Board Certified Real Estate Attorney The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has implemented new reporting requirements aimed at combating money laundering in residential real estate transactions. These rules primarily apply to certain...

Estate planning is a critical step in ensuring that your wishes are honored after your death or in the event you become incapacitated. While many people design their estate plans with children, spouses, or close family members in mind, those without immediate family...

Owning real estate together can work well — until it doesn’t. When co-owners of a property can’t agree on whether to sell, how to divide proceeds, or what to do with the property, Florida law provides a remedy called a partition action. A partition action allows the...

Considering the myriad of trusts available, creating the right estate plan can seem daunting. However, that is what we, as estate planning attorneys, do every day. We know the laws and will design a plan which addresses your specific situation. Here is a look at the...

If you own a small business, developing your succession plan is a critical element of business planning. Many business owners fail to appreciate the complexities and time involved in successfully transitioning a business. Entangled in the day-to-day management of...

Disputes between homeowners and contractors are all too common — unfinished work, unexpected costs, poor workmanship, or outright abandonment of the job. Many of these problems could be avoided or resolved more easily if the agreement had been properly put in writing....

What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know Beginning October 1, 2025, a new Florida law will require landlords to provide flood disclosures to prospective tenants before signing a residential lease of one year or longer. This new legislation aims to increase transparency...

It can be hard to get motivated about your estate planning; it sounds about as fun as getting a root canal. However, you also probably want to make sure that your loved ones are protected and receive your hard-earned money and property – regardless of whether you have...

For many people who split their time between two states, a second property in Florida represents more than just an investment — it’s part of their life story. Whether it’s a winter home near the coast or a rental that helps supplement income, that property deserves...