Contact the Fire Department in both the City and County, and just ask. Hope this helps. gsg

Am I responsible to pay the rent for leaving sooner than the end of the lease or not?

I agree with my colleague; to be SURE, I think you will need a good local real estate attorney to look over whatever it is you have signed thus...

May I break my lease based upon anything I have stated?

Probably not; but if this continues, it could be a constructive eviction or a breach of the covenant of quiet enjoyment; you will have to consult...

Is it legal and/or convenient to request the bank not to accept a Tenant's rent payment after Lease NonRenewal Notice is given?

Yes it's legal and convenient. I would simply notify your tenant (Certified, etc) that rent will NOT be accepted via direct deposit for that...

How can legally cancel the contract with the broker, is this up to the broker only? or up to the real estate agent?

I agree with my colleague that any right you have to cancel the listing agreement will depend on the its terms, which should be reviewed by a...

What is my recourse to cancel the agreement and expedite the return of the deposit?

Sorry, there is no "cooling off" period for lease agreements in the state of Florida. If it really is a "lease" (not an "Agreement to Lease") you...

Will I still be able to collect the balance from them if I evict them from my premises for nonpayment of rentals?

You should be able to sure them for the past due rentals, but not sure if you will be able to "collect" from them (depends on whether they have...

My question is what can we do about all this situation?

Most likely - nothing. The Landlord is just making sure (for himself) that you are leaving/left, perhaps venting a bit. I would be very surprised...

What can I do if my apartment complex refuses to move the other tenants.

Unless your lease provides fora smoke-free environment, not much you can do, I am afraid. You might be able to arrange to move to another apartment...

Have I met the 30 day certified mail requirement? Does the 30 days refer to the date by which i must mail or tenant receive?

Too close o call; you will have to wait and see what the tenant does. I agree with my colleague that is in some situation, the court will deem the...