What can a landlord deduct from a security deposit?

You need to have an attorney review your lease. The statute holds that general wear and tear are excepted. Travel fees are almost definitely not...

Am I able to buy my mom's house if it's gone into foreclosure from the court system when they auction it off?

If it goes through a foreclosure judicial auction there is not any limitation on you purchasing it. You would likely be prohibited from purchasing...

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Landlord tries to keep the deposit and asked for extra to cover cleaning and painting

If you received the notice 50 days after vacating, then there are likely notice issues that will preclude a claim against the deposit. However,...

I am interested in buying a house that is on the market; current owners admit they plan to "walk away" and do a short sale if

Offering full price will make the process quicker, because it will not require bank approval. However, if the amount offered is less than the...

Our HOA Board is currently sending out violation notices. Is this right when a Board Member is currently committing 4 violations

You can file a claim with the Division in Tallahassee if the Board is not following the rules. Consult an attorney to discuss further.

You need to have an attorney who does community association law review your governing documents. Those will control and provide the powers of the...

What type of Lawyer do I need for a buyer who stole an extra piece of my land?

You need an attorney who does real estate litigation. This is going to be a complex case that requires extensive knowledge of contractual issues.

Vacant House

Contact the owner to see if they are willing to do a short sale. Ultimately, the property remains in the name of the current owner until such time...

Can a landlord cut off the Utilities just because he wants to or because he feels the tenant is using too much water or light?

As a general rule, Terminating utilities is contrary to Florida law. It sounds like you co-habitate though. Do you know if they were turned off for...

When a tenant gives a deposit and signs a lease which states that deposit will be returned at end of lease...then after

Is this labeled a security deposit, or deposit to hold the rental? If the latter and it is disclosed that way, then you can keep It. If it is a...