Hi everyone! I’m Ryan Shipp, your trusted Florida real estate attorney. Today, let’s talk about a crucial topic for landlords who own residential rental properties in Florida—security deposits. ⚖️ Security deposits are frequently an area …
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Florida Unlawful Detainer | 561.699.0399
What Is A Unlawful Detainer? An Unlawful Detainer is a lawsuit that is filed by a Florida property owner that requests a court to issue a final judgment for possession, for the clerk to issue …
Florida Landlord Tips | Finding A Good Tenant
In my many years as a Florida Real Estate Attorney representing Landlords in both commercial and residential settings, I have learned some basic, but valuable information. Below are some of my Florida Landlord Tips that …
Unlawful Detainer vs. Eviction in Florida | Florida’s Summary Procedure
Unlawful Detainers vs Evictions in Florida Which one is it? Our office hears this question all too often. Do you have an invited guest staying in your home, but they are refusing to leave? Is this …
Palm Beach County Eviction Lawyers | 561.699.0399
Let’s Get Back To Business! Landlords, we hear you loud and clear. Enough is enough! No more excuses! It’s time to get back to business! If you’re a commercial or residential landlord with property in …
Short Sales vs. Foreclosure Sales in Florida | 561.699.0399
Short Sales vs. Foreclosure Sales in Florida After many years of decline, Foreclosures are on the rise again in the State of Florida. Floridians have difficulty making their monthly mortgage payments and must decide on …
What Is A 3 Day Notice And Is It Required For A Florida Eviction? | 561.699.0399
What Is A Florida 3-Day Notice? Our West Palm Beach Eviction Attorneys are always asked about 3 Day Notice and whether or not it is required for a Florida Eviction? Chapter 83, Part II, of …
Your Florida Landlord shuts off all utilities and locks you out, what do you do next?
Your Florida Landlord shuts off all utilities and locks you out, what do you do next? The relationship between a Landlord and a Tenant is defined in the Florida Statutes, Chapter 83, Part II. Under …
Return of My Florida Security Deposit & Time Frame | 561.699.0399
In Florida, a hot topic with our Landlord-Tenant clients is always the issue of returning the security deposit, how security deposits work with respect to the lease and the law, what are the relevant time …
Service of Process in Florida | 561.699.0399
A lawsuit has been filed against you in Florida. What is the next step? In all lawsuits, the Defendant(s) must be properly notified of the pending lawsuit in order to file an Answer or other …
What to Expect in your Initial Consultation with an Attorney
It is always a tough decision to hire an attorney and in many circumstances it can be intimidating. A lot of times, you are at the end of the rope and have no where else …
Drafting a Foolproof Settlement Agreement (Florida) | 561.699.0399
Settlement Agreements have become a commonplace alternative to filing an expensive and drawn-out lawsuit and are also a great tool for ending an expensive and drawn-out lawsuit. When thinking of entering into a settlement agreement, …
Replevin in Florida and how to get back what’s rightfully yours | 561.699.0399
Florida Replevin? Huh? The good news here is that Florida has a statute that covers Replevin. The bad news is, it can be quite difficult to interpret. Replevin is covered in Chapter 78 of the …
Eviction Notice in Florida
An Eviction Notice is posted on the door of your business or home in which you reside. A sense of panic and fear probably sets in and your stomach tightens. What do I do? Who …
Deed in Lieu Lantana
Deed in Lieu Lantana? As a Lantana homeowner, you may decide to complete a deed in lieu of foreclosure instead of engaging in a short sale, loan modification or any other loss mitigation option that …
I Need to Kick Guest out of my Florida Property!
When a Guest has been living at your Florida property with your permission, but has no lease agreement, no duration of time of stay has been set forth, and there has not been an exchange …
Removal of Unwanted Florida Guest
Do you need assistance with the Removal of an Unwanted Florida Guest? Unfortunately, guests sometimes overstay their welcome. When that happens there are legal remedies to remove unwanted occupants from your home. In Florida, when …
Florida Asset Protection – No State Income Tax in Florida
Most people are aware that Florida does not impose state income tax on its residents. However, many part-time residents do not understand how to use this Florida law to their advantage. As an example, an …
Florida Asset Protection
Many people choose to move to Florida for the enjoyable climate, numerous attractions, outdoor activities, and easy living. What many people don’t realize, is the fact that Florida is an attractive state in which to …
328.17 Nonjudicial sale of vessels in Florida
Is your Marina suffering from unpaid costs, storage charges or dockage fees? Is your Marina holding a vessel for failure to pay removal costs? Not only do these vessels add extra clutter to your Marina and …
