Does a landlord have to put a security deposit in a separate interest baring account? What are the ramifications?

Attached for your review is the Florida statute (83.49) which governs how a landlord is to handle a security deposit. If your landlord intends to...

Is there a window of time a lease can be broken?

The lease is binding upon proper execution by all parties, however, if your lease contains an early termination clause as outlined in F.S. 83.595...

We signed a contract on a home in florida and gave them a 5K deposit on 07.28.2014. They want the rest of the 20% deposit for

I agree with my colleagues. You need to have the contract reviewed by an attorney A.S.A.P. Most real estate contracts do have a "time is of the...

I am being evicted by the ex of my landlord who has no legal right to the property, She is not on any deed, etc...

I suggest you consult with a local attorney who practices in landlord/tenant law. Its not clear from the facts you provide whether you actually...

Can my former landlady keep sending a copy of charges she is suing us for to my Employer?

I suggest you consult with a local attorney regarding her claim and contacting your employer. From what you state it appears your landlord has...

Is this real

Definitely sounds like a scam. I would not call the tel # provided as it may lead you to a pay-per-call type charge. Also, the docket number...

Have you asked your landlord for proof of the mailing and what claim was made on your deposit? It is possible the notice from your landlord was...

What are my rights as a renter, since house is under pre-foreclosure and not sure if owner is paying any of the bills?

The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act provides you some protection especially if you are a bond fide tenant with a written lease. In such a...

How do I file for eviction in Florida?

You obviously understand your need to file for an eviction, but your inquiry into how to do it suggests that you should retain a local attorney to...

I agree with the notice requirements stated by my colleagues and add that there is no statutory duty for you to provide professional cleaning. ...