Can You Evict a Tenant that Damages the Property?
At all times during the Tenancy, the Tenant has an obligation to maintain the property. In other words, there are a system of rules they must follow. However, if the lease is silent on these rules, Florida Statute 83.52 applies. One rule under this statute is not to damage the property. If you have questions […]
How Landlords can Best Protect Themselves
Florida Landlords can find themselves in trouble due to not having the proper protections during the pendency of the lease. However, this can be avoided if they speak to a Landlord Lawyer. Before entering a Lease, contact our office at (954) 990-7552 to learn how Landlords best protect themselves from liability. How Can Landlords avoid […]
Is it worth it to file a Partition Action in Florida?
There are some properties in Florida that are owned by several individuals. Each party may be responsible for paying their share of the Mortgage, taxes, maintenance etc. However, there are times when one owner is left with paying all the bills. Not only does this create resentment towards the other owners, it can create financial […]
Is it possible to stop a Foreclosure in Florida
For many, purchasing a Home is a great accomplishment. You found a place that you can reside in for years and ultimately sell it for a profit. However, there are circumstances such as a decrease in income that can affect your ability to pay your Mortgage. As a result, you can can be served with […]
Can you Evict a Tenant that contacts Code Enforcement?
Most leases state whether the Landlord or the Tenant are required to maintain the property. However, the County or City will always put the responsibility on the Landlord as they are the owner. Unfortunately for Landlords, there are instances when a Tenant complains to Code Enforcement about the condition of the property when they in […]
Can you Evict a Tenant that pays the Rent for the Full Lease?
The goal for every Landlord is to receive the rent on time. They want to avoid the Eviction Process because they continue to lose rent. There are some Landlords however that require a Tenant to pay the entire amount of rent up front. While our office advises against this practice, the Landlord has the right […]
How does a Landlord Determine if the Tenant Vacated?
For many Landlords, there may come a time when their Tenant stops responding to them. As a result, they are unsure if they are still residing in the property. While this creates anxiety and uncertainty for a Landlord, it does not mean they can’t determine if the Tenant Vacated. If you have questions about whether […]
Can a Landlord hire an Eviction Lawyer after the case is filed?
Some Landlords take a risk and file their own Evictions. This can cause problems as a result of not understanding the Process. As a result, their case may get dismissed. While it is more beneficial to retain counsel in the beginning, Landlords can hire an Eviction Lawyer after the case is filed. Therefore, if you […]
Can a Florida Landlord Evict a Tenant that smokes in the Property?
When Tenants smoke cigarettes in the property, it can create issues with the Landlord. In fact, it can lead to their Removal. While a Tenant may still be able to reside there, a Landlord has more discretion regarding their removal. To learn how to Evict a Tenant that smokes in the Property, contact the Law […]
Do Landlords still need to make repairs during an Eviction?
A Landlord should always follow the terms of the lease. This means that if they are responsible for making repairs or maintaining the landscape, they must comply. There are some Landlords that believe that if they are evicting their Tenant, they no longer need to make repairs. Unfortunately, this is not the case. To learn […]