San Jose, CA asked in Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Florida

Q: If I rented out my home for 1/2 price in exchange for maintenance and upkeep and neither has been provided ??

Rented home out for less than half price in exchange for all maintenance and upkeep so I could move back or sell without any renovations needed. Not only have they not preformed any maintenance or upkeep but have in fact done some damage to the house. Do I have any recourse here?

2 Lawyer Answers
Terrence H Thorgaard
Terrence H Thorgaard
Answered
  • Freeeport, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Probably; but can you collect it you obtain a judgment?

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

A: Sounds like you need to file an eviction right away and pursue a judgment for damages. Hopefully your tenant has a job so you can garnish wages and actually collect on the judgment. Don't wait. Best of Luck! Jennifer

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