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Eviction
Protection

When a tenant stops paying, we take it from here — backed by our $1,000 Eviction Protection Guarantee and 43 years of Florida landlord-tenant experience.

The $1,000 Eviction Protection Guarantee

If a tenant we placed is evicted during their initial lease term, we cover up to $1,000 in eligible eviction costs.

Initial legal filing
Court costs
Sheriff service

How a Florida Eviction Resolves in 3 to 4 Weeks

Governed by Florida Statute Chapter 83 — the Landlord and Tenant Act.

1
Day 1–3
Notice
3-Day Notice to Pay or Vacate served to the tenant.
2
Day 4–10
Filing
Local County Clerk of Courts files unlawful detainer (≈$500).
3
Day 11–21
Court Response
Tenant response window, plus hearing if contested.
4
Day 22–28
Writ of Possession
Local Sheriff executes the return of property.
~$500
Initial legal fee
Typical initial filing cost for our managed properties — not a hidden line item.
3–4 Weeks
Typical Florida resolution
From notice to writ of possession — not the months many landlords fear.
Zero
Court appearances required from you
Our team and our eviction attorneys handle every filing, hearing, and follow-up.

What We Handle — So You Don’t.

Without a Property Manager
  • Drafting and serving the 3-Day Notice yourself
  • Filing the unlawful detainer with the Clerk of Courts
  • Coordinating with the Sheriff’s Office
  • Court documentation and hearing prep
  • Re-keying and securing the property
  • Move-out inspection and turnover
  • Re-marketing the property
  • Screening and placing a new tenant
With Bianchi Realty & Property Management Inc.
  • 3-Day Notice drafted and properly served
  • Filing coordinated with our eviction attorneys
  • Writ of Possession scheduled with local Sheriff
  • All court documentation managed
  • Locks changed and property secured
  • Move-out inspection, photos, and turnover
  • Property re-marketed immediately
  • Tenant Placement Guarantee applies to the next tenant

When my tenant stopped paying, I braced myself for months of stress. Bianchi handled the notice, the filing, the Sheriff, all of it. I never set foot in a courthouse. Three weeks later I had the keys back and a new lease being signed.

— Owner, Pinellas County rental portfolio

Owner Questions, Answered

What if the tenant fights the eviction?

If a tenant files a formal response, a hearing is scheduled. Our eviction attorneys handle the hearing and present the case — you do not need to appear. Contested cases can extend the timeline by 1–2 weeks but rarely change the outcome when the lease is properly documented.

Do I have to attend court?

No. Our eviction attorneys appear on your behalf. We coordinate all filings, hearings, and judgments while keeping you informed at each milestone through the Owner Portal.

What if the tenant damages the property on the way out?

We document the property condition at move-in and again during the move-out inspection. Damages beyond normal wear and tear are deducted from the security deposit, and additional collections are pursued where appropriate. Approved pet damage is covered separately by our Pet Protection Guarantee up to $1,000.

Does the $1,000 guarantee apply on lease renewals?

The Eviction Protection Guarantee covers the initial lease term of a tenant we placed. Contact us for the complete terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements.

How does this work outside Pinellas County?

The same process applies across the 5 counties we serve — Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, and Charlotte. Florida Statute Chapter 83 governs evictions statewide. The Clerk of Courts and Sheriff are whichever county your property is located in.

What if rent is only partially paid?

A partial payment does not stop the eviction process if the full balance is not received within the notice period. Our team coordinates communication with the tenant and continues lease enforcement as outlined in your management agreement.

Can I start an eviction myself and have you take over?

Owner-initiated evictions raise complexity because notice requirements and timing must be exactly met under Florida law. We strongly recommend involving our team from the first missed rent payment so all filings are valid and timely.

Talk to our team before you need us.

Free consultation. No obligation. Tampa Bay & surrounding counties.