Are these additional move in fees illegal in Florida?

I'm not aware either that application fees and deposits set up like this are illegal in FL.

Do I have a case?

You may just have to pay the fees. HOAs have vast authority to fine when you don't pay. It is the owner's duty to update their address in the HOA...

House was for closed by bank got 2 day to vacate from sheriff can I do anything to get more time to vacate

There's nothing you can do as you are at the end of line. Once the writ is posted you need to be gone or the sherif comes and puts you and your...

How can I move out without penalty (pet-free and maintenance apartment issues)

You simply can't move out just because there are a few issues with other people. You have no right to break your contract due to the actions of...

What sanctions can be imposed by a Judge when I've repeatedly offered alternative dates to the Attorney?

It sounds like you were being reasonable by offering 4 alternative dates; down within days of the original date. I doubt that this lawyer's request...

Do banks accept shortsale settlements during foreclosure mediation?

Short sales really aren't settlement for mediation purposes as they have to go through a title company and there may be other liens that need to be...

Can I be sure he will get evicted after hearing? Or judge just make him pay and stay?

Typically a motion to determine rent prevents tenant from having to deposit money to the court registry; as the purpose is to determine the proper...

If I explain my situation to my mortgage company will they listen and lower my rate or balance due? I have other questions also

You can certainly try to walk away and try to get the bank to waive put you out left on the mortgage. But the bank does not care about your...

Foreclosure and lost note... note recertification???? EEEEkkkkk please help!

The lender is able to re-establish the lost note by statute. All they need is proof is that they had the original or right to enforce the note at...

Appraisals are a VERY tough area. Generally you sign a lot of liability waivers when getting an appraisal. Further there are only 4 categories-...