Business Details
Your Trusted Real Estate Law Firm in Santa Rosa Beach
Rushing Law Firm specializes in real estate transactions, title insurance, closing services, and escrow services, serving clients along Florida's Scenic Highway 30A. Founded by Susan Powell Rushing, a Florida-licensed attorney with extensive experience in real estate law and banking, the firm combines legal expertise with personalized service. Our team prioritizes communication, responsiveness, and preparedness to ensure smooth transactions for clients, real estate professionals, and lenders.We handle complex matters such as 1031 tax exchanges, short sale negotiations, and corporate formations while maintaining a commitment to accessibility and client satisfaction. With decades of combined experience, we provide tailored legal solutions that protect client interests and reinforce trust in every transaction.
Services
Real Estate Transactions
Title Insurance
Closing Services
Escrow Services
Corporate Formations
Short Sale Negotiations
1031 Tax Exchanges
Highlights and features
- We provide attorney-led title insurance and closing services with personalized attention
- Our firm specializes in complex 1031 tax exchange transactions
- Proven success in short sale negotiations and deficiency balance resolution
- Direct attorney communication for immediate legal guidance during transactions
- Decades of experience serving real estate professionals along Florida's 30A corridor
Associations and certifications
- Attorneys Title Fund Services
What people say
Personalized and professional service
Smooth closing process
Responsive, knowledgeable and professional
Saved me a lot of worry
Most professional lawyer
Services
Real Estate Transactions
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions with attorney oversight to ensure legal compliance and issue resolution. Our services include title examinations, document preparation, and coordination with lenders and real estate agents. Clients benefit from our proactive approach to identifying and resolving title encumbrances before closing.
Title Insurance
We provide owner's title insurance policies through Old Republic National Title Insurance Company to protect against historical property defects. Our attorney-conducted title searches identify potential issues while our membership in Attorneys Title Fund Services ensures professional underwriting standards. Clients receive comprehensive protection for their real estate investments.
1031 Tax Exchanges
Our firm specializes in facilitating 1031 tax exchanges that allow clients to reinvest real estate profits without immediate tax liability. We coordinate with qualified intermediaries to structure compliant exchanges while maintaining transaction timelines. Clients receive strategic guidance on property replacement options and documentation requirements.
Short Sale Negotiations
We represent sellers in short sale negotiations with lenders to resolve underwater mortgages. Our services include preparing deficiency balance requests and coordinating documentation between all parties. Clients receive regular status updates throughout the process with a focus on minimizing financial exposure.
Escrow Services
As licensed escrow agents, we securely hold transaction funds in attorney trust accounts until closing conditions are met. Our services include disbursing payments to relevant parties and maintaining detailed transaction records. Clients benefit from transparent fund handling and timely execution of escrow agreements.
People
Susan P. Rushing
Attorney at Law
Founder Susan Rushing combines Florida real estate expertise with banking experience to deliver exceptional transaction services. A University of North Carolina law graduate, she specializes in title insurance, 1031 exchanges, and short sales while maintaining active bar memberships in Florida and Georgia.
Questions
What real estate services does Rushing Law Firm offer?
We provide title insurance, closing coordination, escrow services, 1031 tax exchanges, corporate formations, and short sale negotiations for residential and commercial properties along Florida's 30A corridor.
How does attorney-led title insurance benefit me?
Attorney-conducted title examinations identify potential property issues while our membership in Attorneys Title Fund Services ensures professional underwriting standards and enhanced legal protection for your real estate investment.
Can you handle complex real estate transactions?
Yes, we specialize in complicated transactions including 1031 tax exchanges, short sales, and commercial property transfers with proactive problem-solving and attorney oversight throughout the process.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service area includes Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, and Panama City Beach along Florida's Scenic Highway 30A, with transaction capabilities throughout the Florida Panhandle region.
How quickly can you complete a real estate closing?
We've facilitated closings within two weeks of contract execution through efficient document preparation, lender coordination, and proactive resolution of title and escrow issues.
