How a Third Party Affidavit affects a Writ of Possession
An Eviction must include all Tenants on the lease. Failure to do so may result in starting the process from the beginning. However, there are instances that individuals provide the Court an Affidavit claiming to be a Tenant. The Landlord still needs to address it with the Court before the process can be completed. To […]
Need to evict a Commercial Tenant in Broward County, Florida
How do I Evict Commercial Tenant in Broward? Like Residential Evictions, the Florida Commercial Eviction Process can be straightforward. Landlords must follow Florida Statute 83 to Evict Commercial Tenant in Broward County, Florida. If a Tenant does not pay rent, they receive a 3 day notice. As a result, they pay the past due rent […]
Why Landlords should not accept rent after a Lease Expires?
A Florida Landlord may not want to renew a Tenant’s Lease for several reasons. However, they are not required to disclose them. While some leases require that that they give notice of non-renewal, others do not. Regardless of the requirement, if a Landlord accepts rent after the termination date, the lease will continue as […]
How to Evict a Florida Tenant for illegal activity
When a Florida Landlord and the Tenant enter into a lease, they agree to abide by it’s terms. However, there are some Tenants that engage in illegal activity in the property that constitute grounds for termination. While a Landlord can proceed with eviction, they must follow important steps. Therefore, if you need to evict a […]
Why Florida Landlords should not file their own Evictions
Often times Landlords make the mistake of filing their own Evictions. While it costs money to hire an Eviction Lawyer, it is more beneficial in the end. If you have questions about Why Florida Landlords should not file their own Evictions, contact the Law Office of Brian P. Kowal, PA at (954) 990-7552. Why Florida […]
When Should a Florida Landlord file a Motion to Strike?
Once a Tenant responds to the Complaint, a Landlord needs to file a Motion to Strike and move the case to a Final Hearing. Unfortunately, without knowledge of the Process, it can end up in the wrong direction. Therefore, their best option is to hire a Florida Landlord Eviction Lawyer. If you have questions about […]
Is it easier to evict for Non-Payment or Non-Monetary Violations?
Once a Tenant stops paying rent, a Landlord needs to act quickly. The longer they wait, the more money they will lose. At that point, an Eviction is the best option. Landlords also have Tenants that violate the lease for reasons other than non-payment of rent. While both are effective in removing Tenants, they face […]
Broward Tenants That Remain After The Lease Terminates
The Florida Eviction Process is not always smooth. For example, some Landlords have Broward tenant that remains after A lease terminates. As a result, the “Holdover Tenant” is preventing them from renting the property. This can result in a loss of rent for the Landlord. Therefore, if you need to evict a Tenant that has […]
Can South Florida Landlords Evict Tenants For Making too Much Noise?
Some Landlords have Tenants that cause excessive noise. In addition, they may be violating local noise ordinances. As a result, the Landlord may receive complaints or face fines. Therefore, it is important that they take action. Evicting tenants for making too much noise is a legal process, and if you need help with it, contact […]
Why Subleasing in Florida is a Bad Idea
In the last two years, the rental market has changed drastically. Landlords are renting their properties at historic rates. As a result, Tenants are subletting their apartments or allowing friends to stay with them to help with expenses. While at first it may be beneficial, it could hurt them in the end. A Tenant […]