If you rent your home in Boulder, Colorado Springs, or any community in Colorado, you may have had to pay a security deposit when moving in. Also known as a damage deposit or a pet deposit, this money is meant to protect the landlord against unpaid rent and damage, but…
Colorado landlords have the right to request a security deposit from renters, as a type of protection in case of significant property damage or unpaid rent. However, while the law allows for withholding, some tenants fight back and landlord-tenant disputes about security deposit withholding can drag on, meaning you don’t…
In Florida, landlords can charge a security deposit to protect themselves from financial losses when they rent a house, condo, apartment, or other residential property. The law allows landlords the ability to withhold some or all of the security deposit in specific circumstances, but it’s common for landlord-tenant disputes to…
When Florida homeowners buy a property in a planned community or condo building, they become members of an HOA (Homeowners’ Association), which means they must follow the rules. HOA rules are meant to protect home values and the quality of life in a community, but when they interfere with your…
Planned communities are very popular in Colorado because they offer peace of mind and security. They also protect your property values. However, when it feels like your HOA is nit-picking and not trying to maintain the community, it’s easy to get frustrated. At Flaxman Law Group, our Denver office often…
In the past week, significant winter storms over parts of Colorado have turned the focus to the weather. If you’re renting a home or apartment in Denver, Boulder, or any other community in the state, it’s important to know your rights so you can stay safe as the temperatures plunge.…
If you’re a tenant, knowing and understanding the landlord/tenant statutes in Florida is important to protecting your rights. Staying informed and empowered as a tenant can help you avoid conflicts with your landlord and can help you hold onto your rented home. It can protect you against illegal eviction. Unfortunately,…
The team at Flaxman Law Group works with many tenants who are facing eviction in Miami, Tampa, and other communities. We know these tenants are in a stressful, difficult situation and have questions about their rights. This is why Flaxman Law Group is pleased to offer a free, no obligation…