Jonathan Klurfeld's Answers (12158)

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How can I get my HOA to complete repairs they are responsible for?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 28, 2016

You need to have a lawyer review the governing documents. And also be sure of it is a condo vs HOA as they fall under totally separate sections of...

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What all can be taken away from me/ramifications, as a mother of 2 little girls, when the marital home goes into foreclosure?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 28, 2016

You should hire your own lawyer ASAP. You may be personally liable for the deficiency at the end when the bank sells the house and does not get as...

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Can I sue my HOA, Property Manager or both for money we spent defending ourselves?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

Mediation for what? During a court case already filed? This is the question for the attorney you paid why he/she did not seek his/her fees. Not...

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My friends son has had legal problems in the past but served his time in jail for it , her neighbor a sheriff that told neighbor

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

The friend can try but name calling without proof is unlikely to result in anything; other than further intensified issues. Opinions are merely...

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How would I remove a tenant from my rental home (annual lease) who is smoking marijuana in the house?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

Yes but you likely need to send a 7 day violation of the lease and if they stop then that's it; if not then you evict. You will need to retain an...

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Can landlord add provisions to your lease "after" you sign and "fax" application and have received acceptance letter?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

It is not normal but you will need to somehow prove it was not there when you faxed your copy to a court. It also will likely cost you well over...

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Can I withhold my rent from landlord if they haven't made needed repairs? Water heater leaking, backdoor locks, faucets, etc

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

No, there is no FL law allowing tenants to withhold rent. You must send a 7 day notice via mail per statute with the correct language that...

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I am looking to break a lease in the state of Florida and not pay the termination fee.

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

None you signed a contract to pay until December 18, 2016 and must pay all of the rest of the money owed under the lease or you will end up in...

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Chase bank sudden increase payment from $3000 to $15000. I want to sale for a profit. How erase crazy fees eating all my equity?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

You need to do what you should have 8 years ago and hire a lawyer. I think you maybe be confused as there is no way insurance is $15k/month; that...

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Is a termination of a lease the same as an eviction and does it follow you on your record like an eviction would?

Jonathan's answer | Answered on August 27, 2016

Generally no, if yu move out voluntarily then it doesnt get anywhere. If not then it goes to court which is public record.

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