by alwin l | Jan 5, 2026 | Landlord
On June 24, 2025, one of America’s largest real estate groups, Greystar Management Services, LLC (Greystar), agreed to pay over $1.4 million to resolve claims that it illegally charged early lease termination fees to active-duty servicemembers protected under the...
by alwin l | Nov 17, 2025 | Landlord
Sometimes, the eviction isn’t over when the tenant moves out. A federal case, Lacayo v. Wells Fargo Bank, shows how tenants can try to turn a state-court eviction loss into a new federal lawsuit and how landlords can protect themselves long before that happens. In...
by alwin l | Nov 4, 2025 | Landlord
A recent Florida appellate case, Chung v. Hurley, delivers good news for landlords and clears up a major point of confusion about F.S. 83.67. The court ruled that this law’s protections apply only to property inside a tenant’s dwelling unit, not to vehicles, boats, or...
by alwin l | Nov 4, 2025 | Landlord
When disputes arise between landlords and tenants over property removal, the difference between what is inside the rental unit and what is located outside can determine whether a landlord is exposed to liability. A Florida appellate court made an important ruling that...
by Tim Baldwin | Oct 13, 2025 | Landlord
Video cameras are an increasingly common feature at rental properties. From Ring doorbells to full community surveillance systems, cameras can help deter crime, provide evidence in disputes, and give tenants peace of mind. But in Florida, there are important privacy...
by Tim Baldwin | Sep 15, 2025 | Landlord
Landlord Rights: Can You Deny Marijuana Use in Your Rental? The use of marijuana, whether for medicinal or recreational purposes, has become increasingly common as more states legalize its use. However, as a landlord, you may encounter situations where tenants wish to...
