Skip to content 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How do you remove a Seller that refuses to leave the home after the closing?
Try to envision the following scenario: It is the day of closing and the Buyer has just signed their loan documents. The Title Company sends them to the Lender for Approval. After they receive it, they send out proceeds to the Seller. The Seller informs the Buyer that they need to obtain a few more […]
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 […]
