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My landlord is trying to charge me for things that were broken before I moved in, is there anything I can do to stop this?
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Answered on November 08, 2012
It is possible to pursue an action in small claims court if your landlord is wrongfully withholding your deposit. Under Florida law, a landlord has...
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Can my landlord physical move our belongings herself?
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Answered on November 07, 2012
As the previous answerer said, your landlord cannot move your physical belongings without first obtaining a writ of possession from the sheriff....
Am I a bona fide tenant? I knew the property I was renting was in foreclosure and now that the property has been sold ....
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Answered on October 29, 2012
I disagree with the previous answerer. The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act permits bona fide tenants to remain in the residence until the end...
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HOA evicting tenant for unpaid maintenance fee?
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Answered on October 29, 2012
First, although the notice you received states that it is a notice of eviction, this is not an eviction situation. An eviction involves a landlord...
Are there any legal defenses for account stated?
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Answered on October 16, 2012
There is case law that suggests that equitable causes of action, such as account stated, are not available if an express agreement exists...
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Can My Girlfriend legally kick me out?
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Answered on October 10, 2012
If you have been paying monthly rent to your girlfriend, then she will have to file an eviction action against you if she wants to kick you out....
Florida statute 83.06 - when must notice of double rent be given to tenant? Is painting normal wear & tear? FL attorneys only!
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Answered on October 10, 2012
You cite Section 83.06, Florida Statutes, in saying that your landlord does not have the right to double rent, but Section 83.06 does not apply to...
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City or municipality finances a home as a second mortgage? can the city ask for its money from the new owner? from me
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Answered on October 08, 2012
It sounds like the unit's previous owner may have had a SHIP mortgage on the unit. If this is the case, the mortgage should not survive the...
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My boyfriend has a judgement from credit card debt...can they seize a vehicle that is in both our names to help settle debt?
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Answered on October 05, 2012
Your vehicle may be subject to garnishment even though it is in both of your names. If the vehicle is garnished, you can file an affidavit showing...
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How long do I have to sue my former landlord for my security deposit?
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Answered on October 01, 2012
Once you terminate your lease, the landlord has 15 days to return your security deposit or 30 days to provide written notice to your last known...
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