FL S1146

Requires landlords to maintain security deposits and advance rents according to Florida law (s. 83.49) after a foreclosure action is initiated on a rental dwelling unit.

Mandates landlords disclose foreclosure proceedings to prospective tenants in writing before they execute a rental agreement, including information about how the foreclosure may affect tenant possession rights.

Requires the new property owner (grantee) to credit tenants for security deposits and advance rents paid if the previous landlord failed to hold them properly, provided tenants have documentation of payment.

Prohibits the new property owner from obtaining a writ of possession for 90 days after providing written notice to the occupant that the property has been sold and the lease is terminated, with notice sent via first-class and certified mail.

Requires the court clerk to verify that the new property owner has sent proper notice to the occupant before issuing a writ of possession.