A Florida Landlord Cannot Turn Off Tenant Utilities If They Fail To Pay Rent

The biggest issue Landlords face is Tenants that fail to pay rent.  While it can be frustrating, the consequences can be worse if they start cutting off services.  Accordingly, a Landlord cannot turn off Tenant Utilities if they fail to pay rent.  If you are unsure about your rights as a Landlord,  contact the Law […]

Can You Sue a Tenant for Damage to the Property After they Leave?

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How do I respond to an Eviction Complaint in the State of Florida?

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Can A Landlord Evict If They Fail To Make Repairs?

Florida Law requires landlords to make certain repairs.  They can also be agreed to in the lease. While failure to do so is a breach of the lease, they can still evict if they fail to make repairs. If you have questions about your rights as a landlord, contact the Law Office of Brian P. […]

How do you remove Occupants after an Association Foreclosure Sale?

If a Homeowner fails to pay their Maintenance or Assessments, an Association can foreclose on them.  As a result, their property will be set for Sale. After a successful purchaser becomes the new owner, they need to remove the occupants.  However, it can be a lengthy process if they do not follow procedure.  Therefore, if […]

Can South Florida Landlords Recover Rent lost during the Pandemic?

The CDC Declaration allows some South Florida Tenants to remain in the property until June  30, 2021 without paying rent. While this creates financial problems for Landlords, Tenants are still responsible to pay. Accordingly, this leads to the bigger question: Can Landlords recover rent lost during the Pandemic?  If you are owed rent as a […]

What Happens if a Landlord accepts rent after a Lease Terminates in Florida?

Not every Landlord decides to renew the Lease.  As a result, if a Florida Tenant remains after it terminates, they will no longer receive the same protections.  While this can be frustrating for a Tenant, failure to vacate can have consequences.  If the Landlord accepts rent after the lease terminates, the Tenant is provided protections.  […]

Can a Landlord change the Locks to the Property during a Tenancy?

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