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Moving out of rental condo 5 days before lease end. How do I get my x-boyfriend, who is not on the lease, to leave the condo?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 30, 2014

The short answer is it that there is no simple solution to your problem and I see several potential issues pending. If your boyfriend did not pay...

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I have no lease and pay month to month with a $500 security deposit. The house is a one family dwelling with 3 seperate units.

Edward's answer | Answered on June 28, 2014

I agree with my colleague and add that security deposits are not for paying rent. If you fail to pay the July rent and an eviction suit is filed,...

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In FL Tenant law, who determines "normal wear and tear" (and how), as it pertains to damages incurred in the property?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

If you received proper notice of the landlord's claim on your deposit, you must object to the claim within 15 days, or your landlord will be...

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How long does it take in the state of florida for the eviction process to take place after you rcv the 3 day notice?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

It varies from county to county and by the case load of the court, but generally speaking it will take about 30 days from start to when a deputy...

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When terminating a lease through liquidated damages clause, when are you required to vacate?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

If you are terminating the lease early, then you already owe for the months that you are occupying the property. The early termination fee is in...

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Landlors tenant

Edward's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

I agree in part with my colleague that your lease may require your landlord to perform the repairs over $50.00, however, be sure to comply with...

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Can the Plantiff retroactively date the 90 day notice under PTFA?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 23, 2014

For a complete review you really need to bring all your documents, i.e., notices, pleadings, orders, etc. to a local attorney who practices in...

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My FLA year to year apt lease doesn't state that I have to give 60 days notice if not renewing. Still have to give 60 days?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 23, 2014

Mr. Lampert is correct. No notice is necessary unless your lease states otherwise. I add and recommend that after you thoroughly clean the...

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I have been renting a house that is under forclosure with an auction date set? How much time do I have to stay?

Edward's answer | Answered on June 23, 2014

If you have a written lease agreement, I suggest you mail a copy of it to the court, and to the plaintiff, under the same case # as the foreclosure...

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Moving tenant moved out early.

Edward's answer | Answered on June 22, 2014

Unless you agreed for the rent to be prorated there is no obligation to prorate the rent for tenants who vacate early. In general, rent is paid in...

Edward J. Fucillo's Answers (3801)

Moving out of rental condo 5 days before lease end. How do I get my x-boyfriend, who is not on the lease, to leave the condo?

I have no lease and pay month to month with a $500 security deposit. The house is a one family dwelling with 3 seperate units.

In FL Tenant law, who determines "normal wear and tear" (and how), as it pertains to damages incurred in the property?

How long does it take in the state of florida for the eviction process to take place after you rcv the 3 day notice?

When terminating a lease through liquidated damages clause, when are you required to vacate?

Landlors tenant

Can the Plantiff retroactively date the 90 day notice under PTFA?

My FLA year to year apt lease doesn't state that I have to give 60 days notice if not renewing. Still have to give 60 days?

I have been renting a house that is under forclosure with an auction date set? How much time do I have to stay?

Moving tenant moved out early.