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Can can a landlord withhold a portion of my security deposit for replacement of a lawn mower that was taken from property
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Answered on August 21, 2017
From what you describe you were in possession and made regular use of the landlord's personal property, in this case a lawn mower. Whether the...
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What do I do if my landlord will not give me the information I need to pay rent?
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Answered on August 21, 2017
I suggest you first, confirm in writing that the property manager is no longer managing this rental property. If the property manager will not...
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What are my rights as a tenant when rent is stolen out of the approved rent box at the leasing office?
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Answered on August 21, 2017
If your rent payment was stolen, that is not the fault of your landlord and your rent must still be paid. Your intent to pay does not constitute...
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How much do I have to pay when ending a month to month agreement?
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Answered on August 21, 2017
To terminate a month-to-month tenancy, you must provide your landlord with written notice at least 15 days prior to the end of the monthly period. ...
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My landlord has accepted rent payments late, arrangements, etc for almost 5 yrs, can they all of a sudden decline and evict?
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Answered on August 21, 2017
Most likely your landlord can initiate an eviction if you have not timely paid the rent, but the full terms of your lease will need to be reviewed...
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Does the landlord have to pay to exterminate rats in a separate barn/detached garage in Florida?
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Answered on August 17, 2017
I agree with my colleague and add there are several issues that would need to be determined. If you are renting a single family house, then the...
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Can a landlord kick us out before the end of a lease because he is selling his property?
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Answered on August 16, 2017
I agree with Attorney Gaffney and add that a written lease for six months or less is subject to Florida sales tax which must be collected by the...
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Why put a witness at risk?
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Answered on August 16, 2017
Under the 6th amendment of the U.S. Constitution, the accused has the right to confront and cross-examine all witnesses. The 14th amendment makes...
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If I am renting a place and signed a lease can the house be sold while we live there?
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Answered on August 15, 2017
Yes, the house you are renting can be sold during your tenancy. If you have issues with repairs not being performed I suggest you notify the new...
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Is my florida residential lease still valid if the landlord passes away ?
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Answered on August 13, 2017
You've received some excellent information from Attorneys Lampert and Gaffney. I only add that if the wife claims she is the personal...
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