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I read on line that if a place has a problem with armidillos the owner has to correct the problem before selling the place

Edward's answer | Answered on October 18, 2016

I'm not sure where you read this claim, but as you should know there is a lot of misinformation that can be found on the internet. I suggest you...

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Is a text message from my landlord legal for damages after move out? My lease said 15 days to give written notice?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 18, 2016

A text message is not written notice. Be aware that if your landlord is making a claim on your security deposit, he or she has 30 days from when...

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I got bed bugs and my landlord denied blame and refuses to fumigate or give me retribution for expenses to fumigate can i sue?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 18, 2016

Anyone can file a lawsuit, whether you will prevail is another issue. Before running off to the court house, I suggest you review your lease...

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Can a printed non notorized document be enforced if a full legal signature is not on it like a nick name

Edward's answer | Answered on October 17, 2016

In Florida, a contract does not need to be notarized to be enforceable. From what you have stated, it appears that you did sign the contract, so...

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How can I get evictions off my records?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 17, 2016

Any lawsuits found in the public records remains indefinitely. Also, voluntarily leaving your previous rental units does not mean you no longer...

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What legal recourse do I have when we purchased and paid for a new golf cart and was not delivered complete?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 17, 2016

Bring your purchase agreement to an attorney who can review all the terms. If the seller failed to deliver what was agreed in the contract and now...

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Can I do both nonpayment 3 day notice as well as nonrewable lease?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 17, 2016

I strongly recommend you retain an attorney to evict your tenant. Although your question indicates you have some knowledge of landlord / tenant...

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Can a landlord claim that a text message to two out of five joint tenants qualifies as "written notice" as to all parties?

Edward's answer | Answered on October 16, 2016

Unless your written lease states otherwise, a text message is not considered written notice, and written notice should be provided to all the tenants.

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Can I break the lease

Edward's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

The answer depends on the type of property you are renting and the terms of your lease. It may be possible to serve your landlord with a 7-day...

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

Edward's answer | Answered on October 12, 2016

I agree with my colleague and add that in this type of scenario, some landlords require the entire rental period (one year of rent) in advance.

Edward J. Fucillo's Answers (3801)

I read on line that if a place has a problem with armidillos the owner has to correct the problem before selling the place

Is a text message from my landlord legal for damages after move out? My lease said 15 days to give written notice?

I got bed bugs and my landlord denied blame and refuses to fumigate or give me retribution for expenses to fumigate can i sue?

Can a printed non notorized document be enforced if a full legal signature is not on it like a nick name

How can I get evictions off my records?

What legal recourse do I have when we purchased and paid for a new golf cart and was not delivered complete?

Can I do both nonpayment 3 day notice as well as nonrewable lease?

Can a landlord claim that a text message to two out of five joint tenants qualifies as "written notice" as to all parties?

Can I break the lease

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