Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Re: Real Estate

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No. A raffle is a form of gambling. The State of Florida tends to look the other way for a charity but would take a raffle of a home very seriously if done by an individual. You could face criminal charges as well the forfeiture of your home and any monies collected in the worst case scenario.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.