What are a homeowner's rights regarding rental and unpaid assessments under FL condo association law

First of all, they cannot turn off the water. The fact that you have retained an attorney does not restrict the condominium's rights at all. They...

Can landlord in Florida begin eviction process if electric company has brought criminal fraud charges against tenant

If the tenant has not paid rent for this month and has abandoned the premises the simple procedure would be to post a 3 day notice and evict for...

Do tenants have rights for foreclosed property in which they signed a 2 year lease ?

In most cases (unless your state has specific laws protecting the tenant - I practice this type of law in Florida) the lender has the right to join...

Can homeowners dispute assessments issued by HOA board

The Board may or may not have the authority to impose such an assessment and this is determined by the Declarations of Covenants and Restricitons,...

You are correct about the Florida statutes not imposing the owner of a single family residence with the duty to rid the property of roaches. This...

Can the mortgage company come after me for any deficiency after foreclosure and what are the tax implications

I am not licensed to practice in your state so my answers are of a general nature for educational purposes only. There are no tax consequences...

Foreclouser policy 1st mortgage and 2nd mortgage

Most lenders are beginning the foreclosure process when you are 90 to 120 days late in your monthly payments. How long the process takes once the...

Short sale on Foreclosure and subsequent Promissary Note to Bank in WA State

I am not licensed to practice in your state but I handle many cases likey yours in Florida. I do not recommend signing the promissory note. Notify...

Landlord making us pay for what was not our falt

This is an issue of fact. It will be your word against the landldord's as to whether the condition existed prior to the beginning of your...

What can a prospective tenant do to make sure that a rental house is not scheduled for foreclosure

Your question is very relevant. Just yesterday I was the speaker at a Board of Realtors luncheon and this was the topic I spoke on. I am...