Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Breaking a lease agreement

I own a home that is currently being rented (leased) out. The renter has signed a lease agreement but it was never notarized. The renter has also stated that he would like to move out in 3 months. I would like to have these tenants vacate the premises as soon as possible. What should I do? Is there any legal obligations I must extend to the tenants? Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated.


Asked on 8/18/01, 2:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Peter Gonzalez Sanchez-Medina, Gonzalez, Quesada, Lage, Crespo, Gomez & MachadoLLP

Re: Breaking a lease agreement

A lease agreement does not have to be notarized to be legally binding on the parties to the agreement. If the tenant has defaulted under the lease, you may file an eviction action for possession only in order to force the tenant to vacate the premises. Seek the advice of counsel and good luck.

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Answered on 8/20/01, 1:07 pm


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