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I was told to keep my Feb rent and look for a place to move. I am still looking but did pay March rent in full. Can they evict?

Edward's answer | Answered on March 07, 2013

I recommend that you consult with a local attorney as soon as possible. It appears that your landlord is preparing to file a suit to evict you. ...

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Can a land lord charge you for a crack in the sheet rock ceiling in the garage after you leave and the new tenant moves in ?

Edward's answer | Answered on March 07, 2013

The answer is "yes" depending on the terms of your lease agreement. If this was a single family house, and your lease did not require the landlord...

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I signed a lease with someone who now does not own the house.

Edward's answer | Answered on March 06, 2013

I agree with Mr. Vicary that it would be best to have the lease modified if there is any change in who is actually entitled to receive your rent...

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Just moved into a condo as a rental. Nearly 3000 dollars to move in. The person in charge of collecting the rent is a realtor

Edward's answer | Answered on March 05, 2013

I agree with my colleague, but add that I would first put your complaint in writing by certified mail to the real estate salesperson that is...

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Changing locks on house when tenant is out but belongings are in a locked room which they have the key. Can I change the locks?

Edward's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

From what you describe, there are multiple issues pending and questions to be asked. Do you have a lease with the tenants, or were they paying...

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Can a landlord hold $ 1800.00 after signing a lease for a year. But I did not even stay 7 days in the apt.

Edward's answer | Answered on March 04, 2013

If you signed a lease, both you and the landlord are bound by the terms of the lease. Without reviewing the specific terms of the lease, it is not...

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Can i break my lease?

Edward's answer | Answered on March 02, 2013

If you are paying your rent month-to-month with no specific term, you can terminate the tenancy by providing notice to the landlord no less than 15...

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Can my Landlord make me re-pay rent when the original payment was stolen from their deposit box?

Edward's answer | Answered on March 02, 2013

From the facts you have described, the landlord is not asking for additional payment, only payment. If the landlord did not receive your rent...

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Am I entitled to sue for x times the amount of my security deposit in fl .

Edward's answer | Answered on March 01, 2013

I will refer you to Florida Statute 83.49 (3) which provides what a landlord must do with a security deposit after a tenant vacates. The landlord...

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Landlord has not returned my deposit on a one month vacation rental. Two days after we left see inspected . Asking us to return

Edward's answer | Answered on March 01, 2013

If it has been more than 30 days since you vacated the property and the landlord has not sent you a letter by certified mail stating her intention...

Edward J. Fucillo's Answers (3801)

I was told to keep my Feb rent and look for a place to move. I am still looking but did pay March rent in full. Can they evict?

Can a land lord charge you for a crack in the sheet rock ceiling in the garage after you leave and the new tenant moves in ?

I signed a lease with someone who now does not own the house.

Just moved into a condo as a rental. Nearly 3000 dollars to move in. The person in charge of collecting the rent is a realtor

Changing locks on house when tenant is out but belongings are in a locked room which they have the key. Can I change the locks?

Can a landlord hold $ 1800.00 after signing a lease for a year. But I did not even stay 7 days in the apt.

Can i break my lease?

Can my Landlord make me re-pay rent when the original payment was stolen from their deposit box?

Am I entitled to sue for x times the amount of my security deposit in fl .

Landlord has not returned my deposit on a one month vacation rental. Two days after we left see inspected . Asking us to return