Most buyers treat the closing process like a formality. Sign the documents, get the keys, move on. But between contract and closing, there’s a layer of legal review that either
Most people assume hiring an attorney means paying more. Chelsea Metka, board-certified real estate attorney and founder of the Metka Law Firm, sets that record straight in this episode of
Key Takeaways Florida law does not require an attorney to close on a home — but that doesn’t mean going without one is a good idea. Title companies handle the
Florida is one of the few states where a real estate attorney is not required to close on a home. For many buyers, that fact is enough to justify skipping
In this episode of Closing with Confidence, Chelsea Metka breaks down one of the most misunderstood aspects of Florida real estate — the difference between using a title company and
Most buyers and sellers sign the contract and think the hard part is over. The offer was accepted, the contract is signed, and now it’s just a matter of showing
In this debut episode of Closing with Confidence, Chelsea Metka — founder of the Metka Law Firm — shares the story behind her path into real estate law, from growing
Closing With Confidence is the real estate law podcast from The Metka Law Firm—built for buyers, sellers, agents, landlords, and tenants who want deals done fast, clean, and without surprises.
A QUICK GUIDE TO TITLING PROPERTY IN FLORIDA (Co-Tenancies) When purchasing real estate in Florida with another person, one of the many important decisions you will need to make
Why Your Spouse Must Join in Signing Deeds and Mortgages in Florida If you are buying or selling real estate in Florida in your individual name, you may be