True North Team

Security Deposit Alternatives for Florida Landlords

Since July 2023, Florida landlords can offer tenants a fee in lieu of a security deposit under FL 83.491. Most landlords still don't know this option exists — and the ones who do aren't sure if it's worth the trade-off.

Tampa Section 8 Housing: What Hillsborough County Landlords Should Know

The Tampa Housing Authority process, Hillsborough payment standards, HQS inspections, Section 8 vs VASH, and the pros and cons for Tampa landlords.

Tenant Abandoned Property in Florida: The Step-by-Step Process

Your tenant left. Their stuff is still there. Florida law gives you a specific process—skip a step and you could owe three months rent in damages.

Tenant Claims I'm Retaliating: How to Defend Against FL 83.64

Your tenant says you're retaliating. FL 83.64 gives tenants a defense — but it doesn't make you powerless. Here's how to protect yourself and enforce the lease.

When to Sell Your Tampa Rental Property: 5 Market Signals

Insurance spiral, flood zone reclassification, cap rate compression, condo assessments, and 1031 timing. When Tampa landlords should consider selling.

Section 8 in Florida: Pros, Cons, and What Landlords Should Know

Florida landlords can choose whether to accept Section 8 vouchers. Here are the real pros, cons, inspection requirements, and payment timelines.

My Tenant Filed a Complaint: What Florida Landlords Should Do Next

Your tenant just filed a complaint — maybe with code enforcement, maybe with your insurer. Here's how to respond without making things worse.

Orlando Rental Market Update — November 2025

November brought the start of snowbird season and holiday slowdown. Tourist demand ramped up while year-end lease renewal decisions shaped landlord strategy.

Avalon Park Rental Investment: Master-Planned Stability Near UCF

Avalon Park delivers $450K median homes and $2,982/mo 3BR rents with near-zero vacancy. Master-planned, mostly post-2000 construction — but cap rates run thin at 3.5-4%.

Tampa Rental Market Update — November 2025

November brought snowbird demand, year-end positioning, and a modest holiday slowdown. Insurance market stabilization offered some relief for Tampa landlords.

Renting to Military Tenants Near MacDill AFB: The Tampa Landlord's Guide

MacDill AFB puts 12,000+ military tenants in Tampa's rental market. Here's how to attract them and what to know about BAH and SCRA.

Tenant Won't Let Me In for Repairs: Florida Right of Entry Rules

Your tenant won't let you in for repairs. Florida gives landlords access rights — but with rules. Here's what the law says and how to handle refusal.

Florida Squatter Law: What HB 621 Means for Landlords

Florida's 2024 squatter law gives landlords a fast-track removal process. But it only applies when there's no prior tenant relationship.

Tenant Subletting Without Permission: Florida Landlord Response

Your tenant is subletting your Florida rental without permission — maybe on Airbnb. Here's what the law allows and the 7-day notice steps to stop it.

South Tampa Rental Investment: Bayshore to Hyde Park

South Tampa is Tampa’s most affluent district — Bayshore, Hyde Park, SoHo. Here are the 2026 rent and cap-rate numbers, the flood-risk reality, and what to watch.