Posts Tagged ‘Florida landlord laws’
The Florida Eviction Process for Landlords (2026): Notices, Timeline, and Non-Paying Tenants
Few things stress a rental owner more than a tenant who stops paying or breaks the lease. The good news: Florida has a clear, landlord-friendly eviction process but only if you follow every step exactly. Skip a notice or try to force a tenant out yourself, and you can lose the case and face penalties.…
Read MoreFlorida Security Deposit Laws (2026): What Rental Owners Can Deduct and When to Return It
Security deposits are where more South Florida landlords get into legal trouble than almost anywhere else, which is why understanding Florida security deposit laws matters. Miss a deadline by a day and you can forfeit your entire claim — and end up paying the tenant’s attorney fees. This guide breaks down Florida security deposit laws…
Read MoreHow Much Can You Raise the Rent in Florida? (2026 Rules Every Rental Owner Should Know)
Written by Jon C. Schmitt, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker & Owner of True Patriot Property Management. Last updated July 2026. If you own a rental in South Florida, one question comes up every renewal season: how much can you raise the rent in Florida, and what rules do you have to follow? The short…
Read MoreFlorida AC Laws for Rentals: What Owners Must Provide (2026)
Last updated June 9, 2026 · Reading time: 7 minutes · Written by Jon C. Schmitt, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker & Owner, True Patriot Property Management Quick answer: Florida AC laws for rentals are simpler than most landlords think. State law does not require landlords to provide air conditioning. The habitability statute (F.S. 83.51)…
Read MoreProperty Management for Out-of-State Owners: A 2026 Florida Guide for Remote Landlords in Naples and Palm Beach
Property management for out of state owners is the question I get more than any other from new clients. An owner in Connecticut calls about a Boynton Beach single-family their parents owned. A Massachusetts investor inherits a Naples condo. A retired couple in Pittsburgh bought a vacation home that’s now sitting empty nine months a…
Read MoreFlorida Pet Rent vs Pet Deposit vs Pet Fee: What Landlords Can and Can’t Charge in 2026
Understanding the difference between Florida pet rent, pet deposit, and pet fee is one of the most important things a Florida landlord can get right in 2026. Get one wrong in your lease and you’re looking at a deposit dispute, a fair housing complaint, or both. Last updated April 23, 2026 · Reading time: 7…
Read MoreFlorida Landlord Laws Cheat Sheet (2026 Update)
Last updated April 23, 2026 · Reading time: 10 minutes · Written by Jon C. Schmitt, Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker & Owner, True Patriot Property Management Quick answer: Florida landlord-tenant law is governed by Florida Statute Chapter 83, Part II. Key 2026 rules: security deposits must be returned within 15 days if no claim…
Read MoreFlorida Landlord Laws 2026: Complete Guide for Property Owners
Florida Landlord Laws 2026: What Property Owners Need to Know Florida continues to be one of the strongest rental markets in the United States. With cities like Naples, Boynton Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Myers, and Miami seeing steady rental demand, understanding Florida landlord laws in 2026 is essential for protecting your investment. Whether you own…
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