Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

florida real estate rental

is it legal to sign more than a 1 year lease in floridabetween a private owner and tenant


Asked on 3/14/08, 7:51 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Tonia Troutwine, Esquire - Troutwine Law Group. LLC

Re: florida real estate rental

Yes, parties may enter a lease term for as long as they think is reasonably necessary.

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Answered on 3/14/08, 9:08 pm
Matthew Z. Martell Law Office of Matthew Z. Martell, P.A.

Re: florida real estate rental

Yes, it is legal. Just make sure it is in writing. The Statute of Frauds states that any contract for over 1 year must be in writing. Having a residential lease for longer than a one (1) year period is unusual, but there is nothing illegal about it. You could have a lease for 5 years or 10 tens if you wanted to. However, I've never heard of one in a residential setting. I hope this information is helpful.

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Answered on 3/15/08, 7:29 am


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