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