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I am a tenant, when i first moved in to my apartment the person i agreed with rent with said she was the owner now i learned she

David's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

A property manager may only file an uncontested residential eviction for nonpayment of rent (with a proper authorization form from the owner). The...

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How can we break our lease and no longer be responsible for the remainder?

David's answer | Answered on January 15, 2014

I would recommend serving a written 7 day notice of termination, for your landlord's failure to maintain the premises. Florida Statute s. 83.56(1)...

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Can you break your lease for medical reason even if your current months rent has not been paid?

David's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

Unless your lease allows you to be released from your rental obligations due to medical reasons, you are still required to follow its terms. A...

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Landlord Tenant. Legal way to obtain information if one violated provisions in a lease

David's answer | Answered on January 04, 2014

There are numerous ways a property manager could detect unauthorized occupants in a unit (e.g. observing a guest frequently entering/leaving the...

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Am I entitled to my security deposit if.....?

David's answer | Answered on December 19, 2013

Florida Statute s. 83.49(3) governs a landlord's obligations regarding security deposits. Upon vacating the residence, the landlord has 15 days to...

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How much should it cost for a simple will?

David's answer | Answered on December 16, 2013

The cost for each of these instruments truly varies between lawyers. You could contact local attorneys in your area using the Avvo "Find a Lawyer"...

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Foreclosure legal fees from HOA

David's answer | Answered on December 16, 2013

I would recommend reviewing the HOA governing documents with an experienced attorney, to determine whether the HOA is allowed to charge its legal...

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I don't have a lawyer I can't afford one I don't know where to find a pro bono lawyer I need advice I cannot obtain a lawyer

David's answer | Answered on December 15, 2013

You should contact legal aid clinics and organizations in your area to determine if you qualify for pro bono services. Many local bar associations...

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Is my tenancy a month to month or a year to year: doesn't a lease renew itself ?

David's answer | Answered on December 15, 2013

When a tenant remains in possession of a residence after the lease expires, the tenancy becomes month-to-month. It appears that your landlord has...

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My landlord made repairs to my ac on the third attemp it was repaired. In my lease agree it state we are responsible for the

David's answer | Answered on December 14, 2013

If your landlord served a 7-day notice to cure a noncompliance, this means that you have 7 days to either pay your portion of the repair or vacate...

David Michael Carrera's Answers (41)

I am a tenant, when i first moved in to my apartment the person i agreed with rent with said she was the owner now i learned she

How can we break our lease and no longer be responsible for the remainder?

Can you break your lease for medical reason even if your current months rent has not been paid?

Landlord Tenant. Legal way to obtain information if one violated provisions in a lease

Am I entitled to my security deposit if.....?

How much should it cost for a simple will?

Foreclosure legal fees from HOA

I don't have a lawyer I can't afford one I don't know where to find a pro bono lawyer I need advice I cannot obtain a lawyer

Is my tenancy a month to month or a year to year: doesn't a lease renew itself ?

My landlord made repairs to my ac on the third attemp it was repaired. In my lease agree it state we are responsible for the