Questions answered by Edward J. Fucillo

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Is property taken from an residence after an eviction and placed on the property line considered abandoned?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 11, 2014

I agree with my colleague and add that if your personal property is removed from a rental property pursuant to a lawful eviction and you walk away...

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If my land lord file for eviction saying i didnt pay rent but i have receipts showning i did can she still have me evicted

Edward's answer | Answered on September 10, 2014

I agree with Mr. Lampert and add that you should review the complaint carefully to see if there is another reason as to why your landlord is...

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Does one servicemember's termination of a lease under 83.682 of the Florida Statutes terminate the lease for everyone?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

If your daughter is not a service member, then the statute does not apply to her. If by "jointly rented" you mean that she is a signatory on the...

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Claim on security deposit-apt rented with used futon. It fell apart, do I owe full replacement value or depreciated amt?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

Tenants are allowed "reasonable" wear and tear while renting. Depending on the initial condition of the futon and the condition in which you...

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Claim against my deposit...i vacated in May and landlord aware but paid thru end of lease...when is she obligated to notify me

Edward's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

The 30 day period begins from when you actually vacated the property, not from when your lease expires. The statute can be reviewed in the...

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I moved out 07/30/2014 and have contacted my previous landlord 4 times regarding my security deposit.

Edward's answer | Answered on September 08, 2014

I agree with my colleague and add that I would send the letter by certified mail, which is what your landlord was required to do in order to make a...

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Do I have to pay rent?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

Pay the rent. If you do not pay the rent, you can be evicted. Your agreement to pay rent is unrelated to your landlord's mortgage obligation with...

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Realtor changed rental amount after contract was signed. If I hold them to lower rent amount can they force me out of town home

Edward's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

If what you say is correct, it constitutes fraud by the real estate broker or associate and I would report that person to the Florida Real Estate...

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Am I able to vacate month-to-month apartment with 15 day notice under Florida law if landlord says lease auto renews?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

I agree with my colleague that an actual review of the terms by an attorney will provide you with the most informed answer. Based on the language...

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When does the 30 day window begin for a landlord to return the security deposit or claim letter to the tenant?

Edward's answer | Answered on September 05, 2014

I agree with my colleague, the statute says, "Upon the vacating of the premises . . . " Attached is a link to the relevant statute. F.S. 83.49...

Edward J. Fucillo's Answers (3801)

Is property taken from an residence after an eviction and placed on the property line considered abandoned?

If my land lord file for eviction saying i didnt pay rent but i have receipts showning i did can she still have me evicted

Does one servicemember's termination of a lease under 83.682 of the Florida Statutes terminate the lease for everyone?

Claim on security deposit-apt rented with used futon. It fell apart, do I owe full replacement value or depreciated amt?

Claim against my deposit...i vacated in May and landlord aware but paid thru end of lease...when is she obligated to notify me

I moved out 07/30/2014 and have contacted my previous landlord 4 times regarding my security deposit.

Do I have to pay rent?

Realtor changed rental amount after contract was signed. If I hold them to lower rent amount can they force me out of town home

Am I able to vacate month-to-month apartment with 15 day notice under Florida law if landlord says lease auto renews?

When does the 30 day window begin for a landlord to return the security deposit or claim letter to the tenant?