004: Closing Myths That Cost Florida Buyers and Sellers Thousands of Dollars

Closing with Confidence, Clear Legal Insight for Central Florida Real Estate Deals · May 7, 2026 · 24m

Real estate closings cost buyers and sellers far more than they expect, and most of that money walks out the door because of myths. In this episode, Chelsea Metka breaks down the most common and costly misconceptions she sees at the closing table, from what real estate agents are actually authorized to do, to why cash buyers need title insurance more than financed buyers do.

Chelsea covers title insurance, documentary stamp taxes, homestead exemptions, CDD fees, and the builder contracts that quietly put buyers at a disadvantage before a single negotiation begins.

For anyone currently under…