Landlord trying to say I owe 1700 in repairs. I called the office for a walk-through and they told me everybody was busy. Lie

The landlord may not charge for ordinary wear and tear. You may sue to recover your deposit and if you prevail you will also recover your...

I received Eviction papers in the mail from the Landlord. Was I served properly?

Every adult on the lease should be named as a defendant and individually served. Failure to name an indispensable party is grounds for...

In Broward the Sheriff generally takes 7-10 days. You can check the status on the link below. Make sure your phone number is on the writ.

Should I do and ejection or "Unlawful Detainer" to remove a roommate who refuses to move out.

An ejection is a case that tries the ownership of the property as well as the right of possession. so that is not the right cause of action. An...

I am being evicted by my landlord. I withheld rent for July due o the landlord not making several repairs taking care of a

You are not entitled wo withhold rent unless you have served the landlord with a 7 day notice concerning the repairs and the landlord failed to...

Do I need an attorney or should I just let it go?

You only need to give 15 days notice on a month to month lease. You should move out as planned 8/8/14 and then sue them in small claims for...

My lease is up Oct. 9. what can I do? who should I report this to, to get help? should I get a lawyer

You need to give the landlord official notice to fix the problems. Use the form on the link below. Then if the landlord does not make a...

If you pay security deposit for a rental and you don't pay rent for one month are you entitled to your security deposit

No, a security deposit is held only against damage to the property beyond ordinary wear and tear upon move out. The tenant may not use it as...

I agree, you should discuss letting her out of her lease. Regarding the 7 day notice: you have 7 days to make a reasonable effort to make the...

Can I respond to a three day notice with a seven day notice for reduction of rent because of roach problem.

To terminate the month to month tenancy a notice of non-renewal must be given 15 days before the end of the month. You may issue a 7 day notice....