I owe this months rent still and they said if i do not pay in full by thursday they will start eviction how long will it take

I agree with my colleague but add one procedural point. If you fail to respond to the complaint and a clerk's default is entered, the landlord...

What do I do with tenant's property after eviction?

The answer depends on the value of the property. If you are already in legal possession of the property, you might be required to store the...

Under F.S. 83.49, if your tenant has been absent for at least one-half of the period of time that rent is paid, you can assume he has abandoned the...

Posted 2 notices on tenant door 3/28/13 1- will not be renewing her lease 2-get rid of the pit bull she just got

I agree with my colleague and add that if you know your notices were properly prepared, then your next step is to file a law suit to evict your...

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What route should I take regarding my security deposit? Settle, go to mediation, or take them to small claims court?

Under Florida Statutes your landlord had to provide notice to you by certified mail within 30 days of you vacating the property, stating why and...

Can I evict a tenant whose lease has expired?

Mr. Vicary is correct. You could file the law suit yourself, and the Clerk of the Court can provide you with forms, but cannot give you legal...

Do I have any rights if I have lived in a rental house for 10 months without a signed lease agreement, and am being evicted.

I agree with my colleague and only add that if this is the first time you have been late, you might try to negotiate some partial payment with your...

A landlord's duty to maintain the rental property can be found in Florida Statute 83.51. These duties include complying with all applicable...

I have had a roach problem in my apartment.. can we break lease legally?

You did not indicate if you are renting a house, duplex or apartment. By stating that your management is having pest control performed, it sounds...

Can I as a tenant withhold rent or pay part the rent if the landlord has not furnish hot water ,no screens in the window?

I agree with my colleague and add that you should review Florida Statute 83.51, which provides what obligations a landlord has to maintain the...