Questions answered by Georgina Blanco-Elias

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How should I handle a situation where a rental lease will expire and I don't want to renew but the tenant may not want to leave?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

In this case you should refer to your lease agreement and see what you are required to do at the end of the lease term. It is probably prudent to...

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Does our landlord still have the power to evict us if we pay the association? or does the HOA declaration take precedence.

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

You definitely need to see an attorney and have him/her review the condo documents and your lease. Based on that the attorney can give you a legal...

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Cosigned for daughter's mortgage almost 2 years and she is current on everything. Can I remove my name through quit claim deed?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

A quit claim deed would remove you solely from the title. Your daughter would need to refinance the current mortgage in order to remove you from...

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Seeing my personal residence

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

In Florida if this is your primary home and you resided in the property as your homestead for more than 2 years and it was sold for $250,000 or...

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Is there any legal recourse for me to get my earnest money back?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

Without seeing the terms of the contract it is really difficult to give you a clear answer. I suggest seeking the advice of an attorney who is...

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To find out if it was a legal transaction according to deed restrictions, in which state would I contact a real estate lawyer?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

You should contact an attorney who practices in the State in which the property is located.

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Is it considered an "eviction" if the landlord enters on the day of lease termination, throws my property away, denies access?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 13, 2016

I agree with my colleagues this sounds like a self-help eviction and it is illegal in Florida. You should consult an attorney regarding your...

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What are my rights and what can I do

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 12, 2016

I agree with both of my colleagues. You need to review your lease provisions and see what are you obligated to do in your situation.

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Can a Florida condominium Board of Directors require a certain amount of income in order to purchase a unit?

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 12, 2016

The best source for your answer are the Condo Docs that govern your association. If it allows them to do it than yes they may. It is my...

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How does the owner/broker get the rightful escrow deposit when Title Company doesn't want to release it? Buyer defaulted.

Georgina's answer | Answered on April 12, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. But you should definitely review your contract and see what are the proper steps to take in the event that there is a...

Georgina Blanco-Elias's Answers (75)

How should I handle a situation where a rental lease will expire and I don't want to renew but the tenant may not want to leave?

Does our landlord still have the power to evict us if we pay the association? or does the HOA declaration take precedence.

Cosigned for daughter's mortgage almost 2 years and she is current on everything. Can I remove my name through quit claim deed?

Seeing my personal residence

Is there any legal recourse for me to get my earnest money back?

To find out if it was a legal transaction according to deed restrictions, in which state would I contact a real estate lawyer?

Is it considered an "eviction" if the landlord enters on the day of lease termination, throws my property away, denies access?

What are my rights and what can I do

Can a Florida condominium Board of Directors require a certain amount of income in order to purchase a unit?

How does the owner/broker get the rightful escrow deposit when Title Company doesn't want to release it? Buyer defaulted.