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Florida's rental market has shifted toward renters as new apartment supply outpaces demand. Vacancies are rising, rents are falling, and landlords must adapt their strategy to stay competitive.

One of the most significant housing policy decisions in decades. Could it happen here?

England's Renters' Rights Act brings sweeping new regulations and hefty fines for landlords. While none of these rules apply in Florida, they're a reminder that rental housing laws can change quickly when government gets more involved.

New law creates the crime of Fraudulent Entry of a Residential Dwelling and provides landlords with additional remedies when applicants obtain possession of rental property through deception.

Washington State's aggressive rent control enforcement has assessed $800,000 in penalties within one year, raising important questions about Jacksonville's proposed Rental Registry and the regulatory infrastructure it would create.

Today's best tenants expect a modern rental experience with everything right in their phone — rent payments, maintenance requests, lease documents, and communications.

If the roof is under 15 years old, insurers cannot cancel just based on age. For roofs 15 years or older, you can get an inspection showing at least 5 years of life remaining

House Bill 7031, eliminates the state business rent tax and county surtax on commercial leases, effective October 1, 2025.

Jacksonville's short-term rental (STR) market is influenced by Florida's statewide preemption law, limiting local regulations. Despite this, hosts must obtain a $150 annual license, undergo mandatory inspections, and adhere to a combined 13.5% lodging tax. Non-compliance can result in fines up to $500.