When Can a Landlord Evict A Tenant in the State of Florida?
There are times that the Landlord/Tenant Relationship does not operate smoothly. Tenants often do not pay rent or comply with the terms of the lease. As a result, a Landlord must decide if they are going to remove them. There are several ways they can Evict a Tenant in the [...]
When Should a Tenant File a Motion to Determine Rent in Florida?
When is the right time to File a Motion to Determine Rent? After a Tenant receives a 3 day notice for failure to pay rent, they have 3 options. Pay Rent. The Eviction will not proceed. Vacate the property. If the Tenant is no longer residing in the property, they [...]
How Long is the Unlawful Detainer Process in Florida?
A Homeowner files an Unlawful Detainer to remove a person from their property. Unlike an Eviction, there is no lease and rent is not paid. Another reason they file is to remove a family member or ex-fiance. This takes 5 weeks. However, it can take longer if the process [...]
How Much Time Does a Homeowner Have if a Foreclosure Sale is Set?
In Florida, the amount of time a Homeowner has if there is a Foreclosure Sale can vary. Generally, the Court will set a date between 45 to 120 days from the date of a Final Judgment of Foreclosure. If during this time, they are not attempting a Loan Modification [...]
Is a Short Sale or Loan Modification more Beneficial to a Homeowner?
The Florida Foreclosure Process can be stressful for a Homeowner. On the other hand, they do have options. These include applying for a Loan Modification or selling their property through a Short Sale. While there is no guarantee of approval, there are Benefits of a Short Sale and Loan [...]