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How can I break out of my lease (which has 9 months remaining) without being liable for remainder of payments?
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Answered on June 28, 2020
You remain liable for the rent until the lease expires and you vacate the premises unless you can find someone to sublet. If you can impose upon...
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My landlord is refusing to use my security deposit as rent even though I sent a certified letter stating my right.
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Answered on June 27, 2020
Executive Order 128 provides: “1. Upon written request from a tenant, including electronic communication, a security deposit governed by the...
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Is that legal to live in AirBnb for 6+ months?
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Answered on June 26, 2020
Since you are asking about what Florida requires regarding living arrangements, automobile requirements and taxation, you need to pose these...
Who signs the rental lease first ? The tenant or the landlord?
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Answered on June 26, 2020
There is no right answer; it really makes no difference who signs it first. The only important thing is that it get signed by both.
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Can I remove my tenant from my single family rental home if I need it for my family to live in and how much notice is required?
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Answered on June 26, 2020
If you intend on occupying the house yourself, then you must give the tenant at least two (2) months’ notice by serving them with a formal Notice...
I have been renting an attic apartment since 2005. The landlord informed me that apartment is illegal. What are my options?
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Answered on June 26, 2020
You will eventually be ordered to vacate the premises due to the illegality of the apartment. If the city is aware of the fact that someone has...
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How do I properly/legally give my landlord one month's notice?
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Answered on June 24, 2020
When sending notices, they should always be sent certified, return receipt requested AND regular mail. That way, if the certified letter is never...
How can utilities in a rental property (duplex) be shared equitably when one unit has 1 occupant and the other has 5 occupants?
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Answered on June 21, 2020
You also need to understand that the fact that there is only one water meter and sewer account may be an indication that the division of the house...
Can landlord use tenants water for personal use
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Answered on June 19, 2020
If you pay for your own water usage, you have the right to refuse the landlord’s request. Ideally, buildings with multiple dwellings should have...
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How do I get my money back?
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Answered on June 17, 2020
You are already represented by an attorney, so it would be improper for anyone here to comment. You must speak directly with your attorney and get...
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