Questions answered by Gary Steven Gaffney

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How can I force a hotel operator to use the eviction process, rather than the police, if wife and I have been there over a year?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

You don't pot any facts to indicate you should be treated as a tenant; although in some cases, hotel occupants (most typically those who have...

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Am I allowed to work as an independent contractor (1099) on a B1/B2 visa?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

Sorry; this is the 'real estate law" forum, you might get better responses if you re-post in the "immigration" forum. Hope this helps. gsg

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Can I be reimbursed for improvements made to home seller once they sell?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

Sorry to hear you got scammed. Real estate in Florida is FAMOUS for scams - dating back a century. When buying, selling or even renting real estate...

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Can a plaintiff move forward with a foreclosure suit if only one of two people on the deed & note have been served?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

(Unless yer hiding in the jungle somewhere), don't worry, you will be. Be patient! Plus, you apparently have full (actual) notice of the FC...

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What are my rights in a 3 day evict. as tenant? How long do I have to vacate?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. Two different issues. FIRST, you MUST pay your rent in full, including any late charges, etc. You can NOT use the...

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Landlord requires advance rent since we are foreigners with no credit history.

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. "Foreign" OR domestic, a LL can "ask" for whatever rent amount and/or terms he thinks he can get, or needs, based on...

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Can I break the lease

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree with my colleague; the Answer depends on the terms of your Lease, and under the L/T Act, he tpe of property you lease. If pest control is...

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When does the five summons start?

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. The period "starts" to run from the ay AFTER you were served. You MUST deposit the rent owed in the Court registry to...

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Refinance Mortgage did not fund

Gary's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree; something is wrong; you could contact the closing agent, and inquire; but if you don't get an immediate (satisfactory) explanation, your...

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What is the best procedure to follow

Gary's answer | Answered on October 11, 2016

Retain a good local HOA attorney, and take him or her to the meeting. Hope this helps. gsg

Gary Steven Gaffney's Answers (28496)

How can I force a hotel operator to use the eviction process, rather than the police, if wife and I have been there over a year?

Am I allowed to work as an independent contractor (1099) on a B1/B2 visa?

Can I be reimbursed for improvements made to home seller once they sell?

Can a plaintiff move forward with a foreclosure suit if only one of two people on the deed & note have been served?

What are my rights in a 3 day evict. as tenant? How long do I have to vacate?

Landlord requires advance rent since we are foreigners with no credit history.

Can I break the lease

When does the five summons start?

Refinance Mortgage did not fund

What is the best procedure to follow