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Should I process an eviction for the tenant not paying the last month's rent or just use the security deposit for the rent?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
It's a judgment call for you , the owner, to make.
Make sure that you have a proper ledger system,
even if it is just notebook paper with...
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In Florida, does a Security Deposit for a rental have to kept in a separate bank account?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
Yes, the money should be kept in a separate account from the landlord's money. However, there is no penalty if they are an individual homeowner. ...
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Can I turn off breakers if a guest (desperate person who was given a place to stay) doesn't pay their share of the bills?
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Answered on September 13, 2012
No, you cannot turn off electric breakers or interfere with utilities in any way.
Your best bet now would be to offer her cash for keys. You...
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I had non paying tenants who hired a lawyer to dispute my 3 day notice, the tenants won and the judge told their attorney
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Answered on September 13, 2012
Yes, the judge can dismiss the entire lawsuit because it was based on a defective three day notice (Pay or Quit Notice).
This is why it is...
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Do I file with my current county or county where I rented for small claims court.?
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Answered on September 12, 2012
You would file in the county where the property is located.
You must object to the security deposit claim within 15 days of receiving it, send...
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Landlord access to security deposit
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Answered on September 12, 2012
The landlord is supposed to keep any security deposits he collects in a separate account. When the tenant gives notice that they are moving out,...
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My girlfriend moved in with me 9 days ago. In a very short time now she is dating other men. She refuses to leave the house. I
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Answered on September 11, 2012
You need to call law enforcement and get a restraining order.
Protecting yourself is the number one priority.
If she pays rent, you must start...
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In receipt of 15 day notice to vacate.
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Answered on September 11, 2012
You are a legitimate occupant of the property. You cannot be forced out except by a Writ of Possession after a lawsuit is filed and the final...
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Can you sue for breach of verbal contract in florida
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Answered on September 10, 2012
If you paid rent to the relative you were living with, then you were a tenant. If you did not ever have an agreement to pay rent, then you were a...
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Early termination of lease excerpt on my lease is not filled out properly by the landlord. Does this mean I can move?
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Answered on September 10, 2012
As Attorney Reilly stated, we can't tell you on an online forum what a judge would decide after looking at the document. We would need to see the...
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