Is there a law that talks about how to increase rent for tenants?

In a month-to-month tenancy, either party can terminate the tenancy by giving notice to the other party at least 15 days prior to the end of the...

After having lived in my apartment for three years, I did not renew my lease but was paying month to month. My rent was $1225.00

A month-to-month tenancy can be terminated by either party giving notice to the other at least 15 days prior to the end of the monthly period. In...

In 1993, the Florida Supreme Court previously ruled on this issue and held that a property manager can handle an "uncontested" eviction, (i.e. one...

How do I get my name removed from a lease on a house.

You will need to contact the landlord and request that you be removed from the lease. Even though you may have vacated the rental property, your...

My apartment was taken over by a new landlord and her company, I am now moving out, I want my security deposit back.

I agree with Mr. Woodward and add that if your deposit is not returned, I recommend you consult with a local attorney to follow up on your demand.

Our apartment complex is trying to raise our rent one month after we signed our lease. Is this legal?

Each party is bound to the terms of the written lease which cannot be modified or amended without the written consent of all parties. If you do...

Tenant claimed water not potable without presenting any documentation and stopped paying rent, no official note given, just emai

In order for your tenant to legally withhold rent, he or she must first serve you with a proper notice pursuant to F.S. 83.56. An email would not...

If you are referring to a Purchase and Sale Agreement, the 10 calendar day period appears to commence from when the last person signs (or executes)...

After three months my house has not sold. Can I take it off the market or am I forced to sell it for the I year length of the co

The answer lies in your listing agreement. Most listing agreements allow you to take the property off the market if you change your mind about...

Landlord has Writ of Possession against tenant for non-payment of rent. Who must remove tenant's belongings, and to where?

Most tenants vacate once the Writ of Possession is posted by the deputy. If your tenants wait until the deputy arrives 24 hrs later, the deputy...