Amidst the growing uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Florida’s newly enacted receivership law, the Uniform Commercial Real Estate Receiver Act (“UCRERA”), codified in Chapter 714 of the Florida Statutes, endeavors...more
In a rare win for mortgage lenders, the 11th Circuit (controlling law in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama) ruled today that an owner who agrees to “surrender” their residence in bankruptcy court under 11 U.S.C. Section...more
Deutsche Bank Trust Co. v. Beauvais, Case No.: 3D14-575 (Fla 3rd DCA April 13, 2016) -
Based on Beauvais, lenders should take a look at their loan documents, paying particular attention to any non-waiver and...more
On June 7, 2013, Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed HB 87, affecting the state’s foreclosure laws. By its terms, the statute is effective immediately. Below are some of the highlights...more