My tenant do not empty my rental home after lease expired.

Florida does not allow landlords to engage in self-help to remove tenants and must rely on the courts. Do not lock out your tenants, or turn off,...

Can I take my landlord to court for my security deposit?

You can file a lawsuit, but be aware that the prevailing party is entitled to an award of attorney's fees and costs. It appears you may have...

Can I sue my mechanic?

It appears you may have good grounds for a lawsuit, however, anyone can file a lawsuit. The real issue is whether you will prevail in the lawsuit....

Tenant sent notice of termination of lease via text

It's not clear on what basis the lease was terminated, but generally speaking a text message is not sufficient notice unless your written lease...

I agree with my colleagues and add that if you demand double rent, you are also allowing the tenants to continue their tenancy. You cannot seek...

Can i break a lease if we can not live comfortably?

Florida law allows tenants to provide a 7-day notice to his or her landlord regarding a material matters that the landlord must rectify. If the...

How do I file a stay for a writ of possession based upon the fact that we were not given our hearing To Determine how much rent

A hearing to determine rent is not automatic and first requires a motion with documents that support why there is a need for the court to determine...

Is a landlord responsible for heat and cooking stove in Florida?

More facts are needed. If you do not own the trailer it is possible that the landlord is responsible for providing heat and hot water, unless, you...

How much notice does a Landlord/Leasing Office has to give me if they decide to not renew our lease in Florida?

More facts are needed. If you do not have a written lease but paid for an entire year in advance, then F.S. 83.57, requires 60 days notice to...

Can I file a no trespass order on my husband's girlfriend?

I agree with my colleague. If your husband is a lessee of the apartment, then he has the right to invite a guest onto the property, and the police...