Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

Re: foreclosure

The foreclosure is most definitely a breach of the lease, you probably should counterclaim against the landlord for any damages you may suffer as a result (moving costs, lost deposits etc...) You should speak with an attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Re: foreclosure

You may also be able to work out some arrangement with lender for you to stay.

Re: foreclosure

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It is not an automatic breach of the lease by the landlord. Many times foreclosures are filed but worked out before they get too far in the process. You are obligated to continue to pay the rent if you remain in the property. If not, the landlord can file to evict you.

If you are not comfortable paying the rent to the landlord, then you can pay it into the registry of the court. The rent will then be paid to the party who wins the case or is determined to be entitled to the rental payment by the court.

You may wish to speak to the Plaintiff to see if you can work out a rental agreement with them in case they prevail in the case. Be sure to answer the complaint even if only to acknowledge receipt of it.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.