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3 legal [2, *]questions have been posted about landlord and tenant law by real users in Rhode Island. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include leases and leasing, equipment finance and leasing, and commercial leasing. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.

If three people own a house, can two of them decide to rent it even if one of the three doesn't want to?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Frances Ann Headley (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers
Generally, all co-owners of a property must agree on how it is to be used unless they have a written agreement that allows for action regarding the property to be taken with less than unanimous consent.
Generally, all co-owners of a property must agree on how it is to be used unless they have a written agreement that allows for action regarding the... Read Answer

Is there any case law for unreturned security deposit that could help in court?

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Mark T. Peters, Sr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
You are in small claims court, I doubt that any case law can help you. Just go in, tell your story, tell how the lease changed and get your money.
You are in small claims court, I doubt that any case law can help you. Just go in, tell your story, tell how the lease changed and get your money.

How do I obtain the R.I. Tennant Landlord book of rights?

Answered 13 years and 9 months ago by Mr. Richard Alan Alsobrook (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
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Please see: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/states/rhode_island/renting/tenantrights   This is not intended to be legal advice, and is general in its nature. No attorney-client relationship exists or is formed by this information. Furthermore, this does not represent the views or opinions of LexisNexis or its affiliated companies.... Read Answer
Please see: http://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/states/rhode_island/renting/tenantrights   This is not intended to be legal advice, and... Read Answer
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