How does "last month" rent differ from a security deposit? Would both need to be listed in the lease?

The "last months rent" are funds advanced by a tenant (and held by the landlord) to cover the tenant's 'last month" on the lease. The "security...

Can I take action to recover my HOA dues or push the HOA to change Property Management firm due to lack of enforcement of CC&Rs?

You can't recover your assessments, but if seeing the other boats and RVs really bother you, then, depending on the governing documents, you can...

Can I be legally evicted on the spot by a new property manager based on his current mood of the day?

It's possible, but that acknowledgement (on its own) is not determinative. The law looks to "substance' over form, and many facts, such as how long...

Can I get him harassment

I agree with my colleague; with a week-to-week lease, you have very little leverage, I'm afraid. You can retain a good local tenants lawyer and...

Water pipe bused due to maintenance man coming to install new water heater?

If the maintenance man negligently broke the pipe, or failed to make the proper fittings, you should be able to hold the landlord responsible. In...

How can a quitclaim deed be corrected for typographical errors in Florida?

1. NO and 2 NO. Party B should do what he/she should have done when the deed was prepared; retain a good local real estate lawyer in the county in...

I wrongfully received a 7-day Notice eviction.

Consult a good local real estate litigator in the county in which the property is located. You can find such lawyers at the Florida Bar website,...

Quit claim deed?

You will have to petition for a "partition" and a judicial sale, after which the court will distribute the proceeds. You should really try to...

How do I get an eviction where I lived with my mom but never signed a lease off of my record?

I agree with my colleague, your best bet us to try and explain to your new potential landlord that you never signed the lease, and were just an...

Selected as the best answer

This is a document-driven question; you should consult with a good local HOA lawyer who can review your docs, the "changes" made, and the facts you...