Resources
Essential links and tools for Realtors,
Buyers, and Sellers
For Realtors & Professionals
- Florida Realtors® Form Simplicity Access all official Florida Real Estate forms and contracts.
- National Association of Realtors® Forms General forms and resources from the national body.
- Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) Forms Local association forms and updates (often applicable statewide).
- Florida Realtors® Free Infographics Marketing materials and data visualizations for client communication.
Pinellas County
- Pinellas County Property Appraiser (PCPAO) Search property records, values, and apply for exemptions.
- Pinellas County Tax Collector Pay property taxes, search tax records, and vehicle services.
- Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court Official records search (deeds, mortgages, liens).
- Pinellas County Building Permits Search for open and closed building permits.
Hillsborough County
- Hillsborough County Property Appraiser (HCPA) Search property records, values, and homestead exemption info.
- Hillsborough County Tax Collector Pay property taxes, search tax records, and vehicle services.
- Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court Official records search (deeds, mortgages, liens).
- Hillsborough County Building Permits Information on permits and inspections.
For Buyers: Closing & Ownership
- CFPB: Understanding the Closing Disclosure (CD) A guide to the official loan and closing document.
- Home Buyer Closing Checklist A comprehensive list of steps and documents needed for closing.
- Florida Homestead Exemption Information Details on tax savings for primary residences.
- FEMA Flood Maps Service Center Check the flood zone status of a property.
General Florida Real Estate & Title
- Florida DBPR License Search Verify real estate agent, broker, and title agent licenses.
- Florida Courts E-Filing Portal Electronic filing for court documents, including foreclosures.
- Florida Title Insurance Consumer Guide Information on title insurance from the Florida CFO.
- National Hurricane Center (NOAA) Essential resource for tracking tropical weather during hurricane season.