Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Florida

Re: Landlord/tenant

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You are responsible to maintain the property until you surrender it to the landlord. Since you plan to pay in full, why not negotiate with the landlord to accept the keys early so that you can be released from any liability or responsibility to maintain the property or pay for utilities. The landlord should welcome the opportunity to receive the keys while still receiving payment for rent.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.