Eviction Process in Florida

Eviction Process in Florida

The following is an overview of the eviction process in Florida. I. LEASE TERMINATION Before an eviction can be filed, the tenant must be terminated based on a terminable event, such as, the tenant’s failure to pay rent, cure a lease violation, committing a...
Florida Residential Landlord-Tenant Act

Florida Residential Landlord-Tenant Act

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law several changes to the Florida Residential Landlord-Tenant Act (Fl. St. ch. 83, pt. 2). These changes certainly affect landlords, property managers, and investors. These changes take effect on July 1, 2023. The following is a brief...
Security Deposit Dos and Don’ts

Security Deposit Dos and Don’ts

Security deposit disputes are one of the most common contentions and issues in landlord-tenant relationships and law. Most state statutes prescribe procedures for landlords holding and claiming a security deposit and for the tenant to object to the landlord’s claim....