Landlord resources
Articles, guides, and resources about owning and renting property in Tampa Bay.
How Much Notice Do You Have to Give to Raise the Rent in Florida?
Sixty days is the professional standard and it's what we give. Florida law asks for less than that, and the difference matters when your lease says something else, when your tenant is month to month, or when somebody tells you there's a cap.
Oct 14, 2026
Managing a Rental From Out of State
Owning a Tampa Bay rental from another state is mostly the same job, with four places it isn't. Here's where Florida law treats a distant owner differently, and what to set up before you go.
Oct 7, 2026
What Happens to Your Homestead Exemption When You Rent Your House Out
Renting out your home ends its homestead exemption, and the county expects you to tell the property appraiser promptly. Waiting to tell them can cost back taxes, a 50 percent penalty a year, and 15 percent interest.
Sep 30, 2026
The Accidental Landlord's First Month
You didn't plan to be a landlord, and now you are. Here's the order to do things in before a tenant moves in, and what running the place looks like once one does.
Sep 23, 2026
How Much Rent Can I Get for My House in Tampa Bay?
What your home will rent for comes down to location, size, condition, and what similar homes nearby are renting for right now. Here's how rent is priced, and why pricing it right matters more than pricing it high.
Sep 16, 2026
What an Empty House Costs You Every Month
An empty house still sends you every bill, plus a few risks that don't show up on a statement. Here's what it costs to leave a Tampa Bay home vacant, and how to stop paying for it.
Sep 9, 2026
Rent Now, Sell Later: How to Rent Your House Without Closing the Door on a Sale
Renting now and selling later can work well with the right plan. Here's how to set up the lease, handle the timing, and prep the house when you're ready to sell.
Sep 2, 2026
Should I Rent Out My House or Sell It?
Renting and selling both make sense for different owners. Here's how to compare the monthly math, the tax picture, and your plans so you can decide with real numbers.
Aug 26, 2026
Your House Didn't Sell. What Are Your Options Now?
Your listing expired and the house is still yours. Here are the five options Tampa Bay owners have next, what each one costs you, and how to pick.
Aug 19, 2026