Florida House Bill 615 proposes changes to Florida Statutes to permit electronic delivery of notices between landlords and tenants under certain conditions. The bill introduces section 83.505, which allows notices to be sent via email if both parties consent through a specific addendum to the rental agreement and provide valid email addresses. This addendum mustContinue reading “Florida Law under Review: Allowing Email Notice to Tenants”
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Recovering Property When Tenant has Vacated or Abandoned
Evictions can be painful for Florida landlords. However, they are typically unavoidable when a tenant fails to pay rent and refuses to voluntarily vacate a property. Fortunately, some tenants decide to simply move out on their own. Often, this occurs when the tenant needs to move for a job, or another reason, and wants toContinue reading “Recovering Property When Tenant has Vacated or Abandoned”
Are Old Construction Liens Valid in Florida?
Construction liens can create significant headaches for property owners, particularly when they surface during a title search or refinancing process. Filed by contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers, these legal claims can stall transactions and leave property owners wondering: Is this lien still valid? This article explains Florida’s laws governing lien duration. When Do Liens Come Up?Continue reading “Are Old Construction Liens Valid in Florida?”
Florida Passes New Law for Removing Squatters
On March 27, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 621, new legislation which provides homeowners with remedies against squatting, and which increases penalties on squatters. The bill becomes effective on July 1, 2024. “We are putting an end to the squatters scam in Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “While other states are siding with the squatters,Continue reading “Florida Passes New Law for Removing Squatters”
5 Key, but Overlooked, Terms for Florida Leases
Renting residential property is a lucrative investment, but comes with its share of challenges. Using a thorough residential lease agreement may seem tedious, but is key to protecting landlords’ interests and ensuring a smooth tenant relationship. This blog post discusses five critical, but often overlooked, terms for Florida residential leases. Florida landlords who want toContinue reading “5 Key, but Overlooked, Terms for Florida Leases”
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