The Closing Agent

In Florida, you are not required to have an attorney close a sale. That said, we use either a real estate attorney or a title company, depending on the customer's wishes. The contract for sale and purchase determines which party chooses the closing agent.

Title insurance rates are promulgated, set by the state. There are other expenses that are set by the closing company, i.e. document preparation, copies, overnight fees.... You can call any title company/attorney in Key West and ask for a quote. In my experience, they do not vary by much, if at all. It's a highly competitive business!

Over the years, I've used most of the companies in town and recommend two here. There are others that are very competent and reliable, but, overall, these two are my first choices. I do not make any referral fee or kickback, do not receive any money or discount for making these referrals.

REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY:
Adele (Ginny) V. Stones
221 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
305-294-0252
Email Ginny

Ginny is my attorney, I use her for all my business needs. I've known her for over 20 years, she is the ex-city attorney, is very knowledgeable and experienced. She is in partnership with her sister-in-law, Susan Cardenas, who is also an excellent attorney.

TITLE COMPANY
Chicago Title
801 Eisenhower Drive
Key West, FL  33040
305-294-0100
Email Monica Hornyak, Real Estate Closer

We've done many, many closings at both Chicago Title and with Ginny. We've never had a problem and they've both closed some extremely difficult deals. Very professional, very competent. Both have our 100% endorsement!