Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Re: eviction

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I would not limit myself to one or the other but rather file separate counts for the following:

1. Non payment of rent;

2. Expiration of Lease; and

3. Holdover tenancy (which provides double the normal monthly rent).

Make sure you have served a proper Three Day Notice on the tenant prior to filing or the case may be dismissed on a technicality.

I would strongly suggest that you retain an attorney to represent you in this matter. The court has the authority to award attorney's fees under Florida Statutes.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: eviction

Proceed based upon hold-over status. If you do it right, you may get double rent.