Whether you're borrowing money or providing a loan to someone else, a Promissory Note is usually the best way to establish a record of the transaction and make sure that repayment terms, for example, are clear and fair.
However, an “IOU†is generally regarded as only an acknowledgment of a debt, not a promise to pay the debt. However, this form is a written promise to pay a debt.
While the act of recording a quitclaim deed makes the transfer official in public records, Florida law does not mandate such recordation for the deed's validity. However, the state does emphasize the importance of recording the transfer of ownership interest in public records to maintain an accurate chain of title.
The Notice of Commencement shall be recorded in the office of the Clerk where the real property is located. A certified copy of the Notice of Commencement must be posted on the property. The property owner must sign the Notice of Commencement and no one else may be permitted to sign in his or her stead.
Same Day Recording Main Courthouse. Recording Department. 205 N. Dixie Highway, Room 4.2500. West Palm Beach, FL 33401. South County Courthouse. 200 W. Atlantic Ave. Delray Beach. North County Courthouse. 3188 PGA Blvd. Palm Beach Gardens. West County Courthouse. 2950 State Road 15, Room S-100. Belle Glade.
Contain the property's current owners (grantors) and new owners (grantees) names and mailing address; Include a prepared byprovision that states the name and address of the natural person that prepared the deed (as opposed to an organization); Be signed by each current owner and witness; and. Be properly notarized.
Circuit Civil cases are non-criminal cases in which individuals or businesses sue for damages exceeding $50,000. Cases involving claims of $50,000 or less are under the jurisdiction of the County Civil Courts.
You may also file a complaint by calling our office at 561-233-5500 Monday – Friday AM to PM, excluding County recognized holidays. An on-call Code Enforcement Officer is also available at 561-233-5523 for general questions Monday – Friday AM to PM, excluding County recognized holidays.
A small claims case is a legal action filed in county court to settle minor legal disputes where the dollar amount involved is $8,000 or less. This amount does not include filing costs, interest, and attorneys' fees.
Conclusion: Going to small claims court may be worth it for $500, but it will determine how you weigh your costs versus benefits. At a minimum, it is worth it to send a demand letter.
