[FL] How do I evict a month-to-month tenant for unpaid rent and property damage?
You should issue a 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate (Florida Statutes § 83.56(3)). It must list the amount owed, give 3 business days, and be delivered properly (Florida Statutes § 83.56(4)). If unpaid, you can file for eviction in county court, attend the hearing, and get a judgment for possession (Florida Statutes § 83.62).
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I need to evict a tenant.
I understand this can be stressful. Have you already started the eviction process or do you need guidance?
Beginning.
What are the reasons for eviction?
Damaging property and living with no cleanliness.
Anything else the lawyer should know?
Missing rent too.
Hey there! I’m Blake, an attorney. Have you already given any formal notice to the tenant?
Not formally, no.
Got it. Which state are you in? Also, is there a written lease?
Florida. No written lease. Month-to-month. Missing part of August rent. Verbal agreement included cleanliness.
Understood. Have you discussed the issues with the tenant before now?
Yes—visits, calls, and texts asking for rent.
You should issue a 3-day notice to pay rent or vacate (Florida Statutes § 83.56(3)). It must list the amount owed, give 3 business days, and be delivered properly (Florida Statutes § 83.56(4)). If unpaid, you can file for eviction in county court, attend the hearing, and get a judgment for possession (Florida Statutes § 83.62).
How do I prove verbal communication about rent? And how long does court processing take? What if the house is further damaged out of anger?
You can prove verbal communication with follow-up texts, emails, or witnesses. Evictions usually take a few weeks to a couple months depending on the court. If more damage happens, document everything with photos and repair estimates.
Okay, thank you. I will deliver the letter now. Is it legal to cancel the WiFi subscription the tenant is using? It's under my name and I'm paying for it.
Generally yes, unless WiFi was part of the rental agreement. If it wasn’t promised, you can cancel it.
The agreement just said “utilities are not billed to you.” I charged one total price for living there.
Then you should be able to cancel the WiFi without issue.
Thank you.
Happy to help! You can request me again anytime.
