Residential & Commercial Real Estate Matters
We represent buyers and sellers in residential and commercial transactions, contract preparation and review, permits and licensure matters.
Seasoned Advocacy for Complex Property Transactions and Disputes
In the South Florida market, a real estate transaction is more than a simple exchange of equity—it is a navigation of intricate tax repeals, federal transparency mandates, and evolving consumer protection laws. Attorney Dana Goldman represents buyers, sellers, and investors with the meticulous legal planning required to secure high-value assets and resolve sensitive property disputes.
From luxury high-rise acquisitions in Sunny Isles to commercial lease structuring in Aventura, Dana’s 20+ years of experience ensures that your interests are consistently Polished to Perfection.
Transactional Excellence: From Contract to Closing
We manage the technical friction points that often derail real estate deals, providing a Closing Shield for our clients.
1. Contract Preparation and Multi-Tiered Review
A contract is only as strong as its specific contingencies. We provide:
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Bespoke Purchase & Sale Agreements: Moving beyond the standard "FAR/BAR" forms to include custom riders for Post-Closing Occupancy and Escrow Holdbacks.
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FinCEN Transparency Compliance: Navigating the newly effective Residential Real Estate Rule regarding non-financed transfers to legal entities or trusts—a critical requirement for the South Florida luxury market.
2. Commercial Lease Advocacy and the Business Rent Tax Repeal
The commercial landscape has shifted with the full repeal of the Florida Business Rent Tax (effective October 1, 2025). We help commercial landlords and tenants:
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Lease Audit & Tax Proration: Ensuring that reconciliations for the 2025-2026 period correctly reflect the elimination of the 2.0% state sales tax on rent.
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Assignment & Subletting Controls: Drafting flexible lease structures that accommodate the rise of "Flex-Bay" industrial demand and the evolving South Florida office market.
Consumer Protection and Landlord-Tenant Advocacy
We represent clients in high-friction disputes where technical statutory compliance is the only path to a successful resolution.
1. Residential Landlord-Tenant Dispute Resolution
With the enactment of HB 615, Florida has modernized how rental communications are handled. We assist in:
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Digital Notice Protocols: Drafting the mandatory "Electronic Notice Addendum" required to make email communications legally binding for 3-day and 7-day notices.
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Mandatory Flood Disclosures: Ensuring every new residential lease complies with the 2025 mandate requiring separate written flood history forms—failure to provide which can lead to lease termination.
2. Conflicts with Community Associations
When owners or tenants face disputes with their COA or HOA, we provide the seasoned perspective of an attorney who understands both sides of the board table.
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Special Assessment Challenges: Reviewing the validity of sudden Special Assessments related to structural integrity mandates.
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Selective Enforcement Defense: Defending owners against arbitrary rule applications that violate established community standards.
Residential & Commercial Real Estate
Frequently Asked Questions
No. As of October 1, 2025, Florida has fully repealed the state sales tax and county surtax on commercial lease payments. If your landlord is still charging this tax, your lease reconciliation needs a formal legal review.
Sellers must now provide a standalone Flood Disclosure form at or before the time the sales contract is executed. This is not just a line item in the contract; it is a separate statutory requirement that, if missed, can jeopardize the enforceability of the entire deal.
Only if you have signed a specific Electronic Notice Addendum after July 2025. Without this signed agreement, traditional paper delivery or "conspicuous posting" is still the only valid method of service.