Saint Petersburg, FL asked in Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Florida

Q: I signed a lease and gave a deposit on a home. The landlord did not sign or give me a copy but said she would tomorrow.

She hasn't and does not respond. What shall I do? Cancel check and send a letter?

2 Lawyer Answers
Andy Wayne Williamson
Andy Wayne Williamson
Answered
  • MIramar Beach, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: There is really not enough information in your statements to give you advice.

If you want the keep the rental then you need to keep calling the landlord. If not then notify her you are cancelling dento her delayed / failure to respond. Your response depends largely upon your desire related to the rental.

Jennifer Isaksen
Jennifer Isaksen
Answered
  • Bushnell, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: I would want more details about timing, but as it seems they are avoiding you after taking your money, I would stop payment on your check right away and look for a new place. If things are getting started this way, you may save yourself a lot of problems going forward. Best of Luck!! Jennifer

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