True North Team

Domestic Violence Lease Breaks: What Florida Law Says

A tenant says domestic violence and asks to break the lease. Florida gives her no statutory right to — but that's not the end of it. What your lease, FS 83.595, an injunction and VAWA actually do.

Winter Park Rental Investment: Premium Tenants, Strong Appreciation

Winter Park's thin cap rate won't win a cash-flow contest. But premium tenants and tight supply make the math work differently here.

AC Repair in Florida Rentals: What Landlords Are Required to Do

Florida law doesn't require AC in rentals—but if you provide it, you're on the hook to maintain it. Here's what that means for repairs, costs, and tenant rights.

Tenant Withholding Rent Over Repairs: Florida Landlord Response

Your tenant is withholding rent over repairs. Florida law has a strict procedure — and if they skipped it, you can still collect and evict.

Managing a Wesley Chapel SFH for an Out-of-State Investor

Chicago investor bought Wesley Chapel SFH sight-unseen. PM turnover, vendor vetting, proactive maintenance. Stable tenant at $2,200/month.

Inherited a Property in Orlando? Here's How to Decide: Rent It Out or Sell It

Just inherited a property in Orlando? Here's the financial framework for deciding whether to rent it out or sell it.

Selling a Rental With Tenants in Florida: Cash for Keys and Other Options

Ready to sell your Florida rental but have tenants in place? Here's your options — from cash for keys to selling with the lease intact — and what the law requires.

Tampa Condo Conversion: From Personal Home to $1,900/Month Rental

South Tampa condo owner relocated, converted to rental. HOA approval, staging, market pricing. Leased at $1,900/month in 3 weeks.

Orlando vs Tampa: Which Is the Better Place to Invest?

Orlando and Tampa are neck and neck on rent. But cap rates, insurance, vacancy, and job growth tell different stories. Here is the Q4 2025 scorecard.

Renting New Construction in Southeast Orlando: Warranties, CDDs, and What the Builder Won't Tell You

Builder warranties, CDD assessments, HOA turnover risks, and the lease-up strategy most new-construction landlords in Lake Nona and Horizon West miss.

Tampa Rental Market Update — December 2025

December brought year-end wrap, snowbird demand peak, MacDill PCS cycle, and insurance renewal season.

Tampa Eviction Process: Hillsborough County Step-by-Step

Filing an eviction in Hillsborough County costs $185 and runs 3–6 weeks uncontested. Here is the full process from notice to sheriff lockout.

Dangerous Tenant: What Florida Landlords Can Legally Do

Your tenant is threatening neighbors, damaging property, or creating unsafe conditions. Here's what Florida law allows you to do — and the line you can't cross.

Orlando Rental Market Update — December 2025

Here is what the December 2025 holiday slowdown meant for Orlando landlords.

Florida Rental Law Changes 2025-2026: What Landlords Need to Know

Six Florida rental laws changed since 2023, and SB 716 died in committee in 2026. Here is what passed, the deadlines, and the lease updates you need to make.