Do I have to be licensed In Florida to do post hurricane clean up work? Meaning cutting trees and bushes, ppressure cleaning.

I believe this is a repeat question. Florida law does not say you can. Grass cutting, yard work, tree trimming you CANNOT lien period; licensed...

If someone evicts a tenant, by force, does the tenant (plaintiff) have to pursue the claim using the referenced summary process?

There is no eviction under section 82. 82 is unlawful detainer where there is no landlord/tenant relationship to begin with. I agree you need to...

Hit hard by hurricane Irma, but private lender is threatening to foreclose cuz mortgage is 12 days late. Check is in mail.

it will likely go away when he sees the check. But a natural disaster does not excuse payments on a private mortgage either; and it is his legal...

I agree that the governing documents will govern if the HOA has access to the property. I suspect that you mean that the HOA is trying to fine you...

What can be done about a landlord not fixing the rental

Your remedy would be to send a 7 day notice and be ready to move out on day 8 if not repaired. But you really cannot go to Home Depot and buy a...

Lease agreement I received is not the Standard Florida Bar approved or similar. They said it was written by an attorney

You should have your own lawyer to review the lease if drafted by another attorney. It could contain anything. There is nothing "illegal" about...

They only have the duty to honor your lease which you say you only get first month free, not last. I dont see the problem here. You staying...

Should I hire attorney? What steps should I take?

Possibly but it may cost thousands to do sue and make it a legal issue. Perhaps try some bleach or other deodorizer solution wiped on first; a few...

The bigger question is do you value the 15 house income enough to turn over some very basic docs. The HOA may have the power to regulate...

Can I reduce next months rent by repair value from if landlord fails to make repairs?

I agree there is no right to withhold rent, period. That is not what the statutes say. 83.56 say that after 7 day notice your remedy is to...