Right of First Refusal Property

Definition: A contractual right giving a party the first opportunity to match any offer the property owner receives from a third party before the owner can sell to that third party. Commonly found in commercial leases, partnership agreements, and family property transfers.

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Right of First Refusal for Florida Property

FL property ROFR: must be written (Statute of Frauds), recorded (constructive notice), and runs with the land. Common in: HOA/condo declarations, family transfers, commercial developments. Recorded ROFR binds subsequent buyers. Violation: specific performance, damages, or injunction. Tax: regular purchase treatment; doc stamps, intangible tax. No special ROFR tax treatment.

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