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Essential Orlando Tenant Rights and Landlord Responsibilities: A Guide for Rental Properties

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When a tenant moves into a rental property in Central Florida, they have certain rights, and landlords have certain responsibilities. Below, we list a few of the essential Orlando tenant rights and the corresponding responsibilities of landlords in Central Florida. Orlando Tenant Rights By agreeing to pay rent and signing a lease, tenants have legal … Read more

Understanding the Importance of Your Orlando Renters Insurance for Ultimate Security

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Did you know that most tenants don’t get renters insurance? This is a big mistake! If you rent, understanding the importance of your Orlando renters insurance could help save you thousands of dollars in the event of an emergency. Owner’s Insurance Many tenants mistakenly believe that the owner’s insurance will pay to replace their belongings. … Read more

Understanding Your Orlando Lease Agreement

In a grey office, two individuals in black and grey suits stand around a white desk emphasizing only their hands. On the desk, a miniature house model, keys, a magnifying glass, and an Orlando lease agreement are featured, with one person pointing and the other signing.

Whether you just signed your lease or have rented the same place for a while, you should know what your lease says. Nothing is more important than reading everything in your lease. If you have trouble understanding your Orlando lease agreement, contact your property manager. Bear in mind that an attorney has reviewed and approved … Read more

What Happens When You Submit a Maintenance Request

A selection of essential tools, including an orange safety helmet, saw, trowel, nails, hammer, wrench, screw, safety goggles, and a red clamp, thoughtfully organized on a sturdy wooden table—a perfect setup for handling a tenant maintenance request.

When your toilet won’t stop running, the kitchen light burns out, or garbage disposal gets stuck, what should you do? As a renter, you have the benefit of submitting requests for repairs and maintenance work. So what happens when you submit a maintenance request? Submit All Maintenance Requests in the Tenant Portal While you can … Read more

5 Ways to Avoid Security Deposit Deductions

A woman sitting at a desk with her left hand on a laptop and her right hand on the phone's calculator. Next to her phone are dollar bills and in front of her are papers with notes. The woman is focused on calculating the cost of moving, including the security deposit deductions.

Sometimes a security deposit feels like just an additional cost of moving. If you stay in a central Florida rental for a long time, it might seem gone forever. When you decide to move out, the property management company will return it sans any deductions. We’re guessing you’d prefer to have your full security deposit … Read more

How to Prepare for a Hurricane

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Storm Watches vs. Storm Warnings Anytime severe weather is predicted, stay tuned into Orlando or local media channels for developments. Have plans in place for times when conditions deteriorate. Your safety is the most important consideration. Know the difference between a hurricane watch and a hurricane warning. A hurricane watch means hurricane conditions (sustained winds … Read more

New to Central Florida? Visit These Beaches

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Living in Central Florida almost feels like cheating at life. You enjoy endless summer, a laid-back atmosphere, and the most beautiful beaches in the world (our humble opinion, of course). The Orlando area lets you easily access the clear calm waters of the Gulf of Mexico or the rad waves of the Atlantic Ocean. If … Read more