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What rights do I have

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
This is what you get when you stay with an Ex. They are an EX for a reason. There are no enforceable rights in this instance when you are living in a room paying $200.00 a month in rent. Your best bet is to pack your things and move out ASAP to place where your EX isn't. 
This is what you get when you stay with an Ex. They are an EX for a reason. There are no enforceable rights in this instance when you are living in a... Read More

I came home today with an 24 hour wit of notice on my door which I'm still in the 5 day grace period of my rent landlord took me to court on 5-2-2022

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Its a writ of possession and 24 hours means 24 hours. When the Sheriff returns you need to be out or they will remove you by arrest and all your stuff gets dumped to the curb. That you have children is not a concern to the LL. 
Its a writ of possession and 24 hours means 24 hours. When the Sheriff returns you need to be out or they will remove you by arrest and all your... Read More

7 day notice

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
You are not a tenant to the LL and therefore a "squatter". You have no right to stay and if you force an eviction you simply ensure that you won't be renting anywhere decent for the next 5+ years. Move out anywhere else before this escalates.
You are not a tenant to the LL and therefore a "squatter". You have no right to stay and if you force an eviction you simply ensure that you won't be... Read More

Can I take legal action against my property management company?

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Not likely unless you have a viable lease agreement thats in place. If you do then you need to retain a tenant lawyer to intervene. 
Not likely unless you have a viable lease agreement thats in place. If you do then you need to retain a tenant lawyer to intervene. 

Can I be evicted cause I haven't put the utilities in my name?

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Mark Tischhauser, Esq.   |   1 Answer
Rent to own is treated as a mortgage not as a rental. You need to retain a lawyer to address this ASAP before you lose your investment. 
Rent to own is treated as a mortgage not as a rental. You need to retain a lawyer to address this ASAP before you lose your investment. 

can a landlord raise the rent by $100. or more before the lease expires?

Answered 3 years and 9 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The lease is a binding contract, unless the lease provides for increases during the lease (most leases don't!), the landlord is off base. Best to have a lawyer look at the lease before telling the landlord no
The lease is a binding contract, unless the lease provides for increases during the lease (most leases don't!), the landlord is off base. Best to... Read More

Can a corporation evict a holdover tenant without a lawyer in Duval County, Fl.?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Retain counsel is the universal solution
Retain counsel is the universal solution

how do I withhold rent due to ignoring apt repaits

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
send a certified letter to landlord: identifying the escrow account (separate account, suggest a credit union) you are putting the rent into the estimated cost of the repair the number of times you have contacted them about the issue and their response advise you will negotiate on how much rent to pay the rent once the repair is done   cautions- landlords will treat this as a declaration of war they will probably NOT renew your lease after this   good luck... Read More
send a certified letter to landlord: identifying the escrow account (separate account, suggest a credit union) you are putting the rent into the... Read More

Can my lease not be renewed out of retaliation

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The only way you can get out of this is if Yes directs their manager to drop the case or you convince the judge to drop it. It is kind of wacky for a company to countermand their onsite management so many times and the management keep at the tenant. Legally, their managerhas the power, until her boss tells her to stop.  ... Read More
The only way you can get out of this is if Yes directs their manager to drop the case or you convince the judge to drop it. It is kind of wacky for a... Read More

Itemized list

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The statute gives the landlord a certain number of days to send the list. nothing in the statute prevents them from updating. Depending on what court you are in a judge might see this as unfair.
The statute gives the landlord a certain number of days to send the list. nothing in the statute prevents them from updating. Depending on what court... Read More

Is the lease agreement that I have with renters at my property valid?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Melinda O'Dell   |   1 Answer
For the ex-wife issue, you will need to consult your Decree or Dissolution Settlement Agreement.  This document is now the "contract" that you and your ex need to follow.  Remaining co-owners of property after a divorce is rarely a good idea, and if that is what you are, then you may have to go through a process called "partition", which is complicated and defined by statute.  You will want to consult with an attorney for this process, but you should be able to find that portion of the Indiana Code to review.  Hopefully the time and expense of that process will motivate both of you to resolve your differences or agree to amend your Order.     I would suggest that you also post this question in the Landlord/Tenant area for the renter issue.  Good luck!... Read More
For the ex-wife issue, you will need to consult your Decree or Dissolution Settlement Agreement.  This document is now the "contract" that you... Read More

Can landlords add things to itemized list for damages?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
they have to be honest and correct in their billing. put any diasgreement in writing and give them a set period of time then take them to court- they have a duty of fairness in the contract and, if they are just trying to make stuff up to keep the security deposit, the court will see their actions as breach of contract and allow you to get some if not all your security deposit back. If they did not give you a receipt for your security deposit when you made the lease, they have already broken the law... Read More
they have to be honest and correct in their billing. put any diasgreement in writing and give them a set period of time then take them to court- they... Read More

who do i talk to about my apartment complex?

Answered 3 years and 10 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Normally those contacts are made by email, mail, or in person.   Did you reread your lese for its time periods an automatic renewals.   Have you called them?   Do your homework first
Normally those contacts are made by email, mail, or in person.   Did you reread your lese for its time periods an automatic... Read More

What happens if I disobey the terms of an eviction conditional dismissal?

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The case was either dismissed or it wasn't.  If it was dismissed, they have to bring a whole new case. If it wasn't normal in-case service of process (sending pleading by mail or Michigan e-file system is acceptable to reinstate. From a practical standpoint, it will probably take until the 15th to get the matter on the docket, for it to be heard and for the Order to issue (courts rarely give less than a week to move).  Consider calling up the landlord, explaining your situation and perhaps offering half a month's rent through the 15th. Saves you time and losing work going to court. Good luck to you.... Read More
The case was either dismissed or it wasn't.  If it was dismissed, they have to bring a whole new case. If it wasn't normal in-case service... Read More

We are evicting a tenant for non payment of rent

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by Tamara Ivane Jordan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You should consider speaking with an attorney regarding your legal options, including a review of your pending eviction against your tenant.  
You should consider speaking with an attorney regarding your legal options, including a review of your pending eviction against your... Read More

What should i do

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by attorney Loraine M. DiSalvo, Esq.   |   1 Answer
I'm sorry, but this is not an estate planning question. I have changed the practice area to Landlord and Tenant Law in hope of getting you answers from attorneys who will be better suited to answer your question.  
I'm sorry, but this is not an estate planning question. I have changed the practice area to Landlord and Tenant Law in hope of getting you answers... Read More

Renewal issue.

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Move out or agree to their terms
Move out or agree to their terms

need to remove son 's girlfriend from the house .My rental property.

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Evict her through the courts. Depending on circumstances ejectment may be the remedy
Evict her through the courts. Depending on circumstances ejectment may be the remedy

Is there anything I can do since I had to leave my apartment due to severe mold issue?

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by Mr. Gary Kollin (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Did you take a sample of the mold?   Did you seek medical treatment and sicuss with the doctor about the causation?   Did you contact an attorney for a consultation?
Did you take a sample of the mold?   Did you seek medical treatment and sicuss with the doctor about the causation?   Did you contact... Read More

How can I successfully evict this roommate without doing something wrong/illegal?

Answered 3 years and 11 months ago by Samuel McMechan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
go to https://www.courts.state.co.us/Self_Help/houseevictions/ you must have someone else not related, no privity with you, over 18, serve the notice, and use the notice provided on the website. follow the forms and procedures from there, but if it is too daunting then use an attorney. I am available.... Read More
go to https://www.courts.state.co.us/Self_Help/houseevictions/ you must have someone else not related, no privity with you, over 18, serve the... Read More

What is the best way to claim share in a house where My husband is a part co owner ?my sister in law does not want to leave and sell the house

Answered 4 years ago by attorney Jeffery J. Czech   |   1 Answer
Your husband can file a suit called a "Partition" and obtain some damages along with forcing the sale.  Husband would also be able to recover half of the attorney fees from sister after the sale.   
Your husband can file a suit called a "Partition" and obtain some damages along with forcing the sale.  Husband would also be able to recover... Read More

can my landlord trick me into him taking and keeping all my possessions inside the house?

Answered 4 years ago by attorney Gilbert Borman   |   1 Answer
The landlord has committed an illegal lockout. You can sue and collect damages under the Michigan lockout statute. You should seek legal counsel and file your action right away.
The landlord has committed an illegal lockout. You can sue and collect damages under the Michigan lockout statute. You should seek legal counsel... Read More

I am a renter for apartment.

Answered 4 years ago by Tamara Ivane Jordan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Based on your scenario, you can consider filing a housing part (HP) action on your own action to require the landlord to complete the necessary repairs.  You can also consider speaking with an attorney regarding your legal options. 
Based on your scenario, you can consider filing a housing part (HP) action on your own action to require the landlord to complete the necessary... Read More

My landlord never put any of my rent to pay the mortgage and now the house is in forclosure. What ground do we have to stand on ?

Answered 4 years ago by Tamara Ivane Jordan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Based on your scenario, you should consider speaking with the new owner of the property regarding your payments, your security deposit, and your decision as to whether you wish to remain in the apartment.  You should consider speaking with an attorney regarding your legal options. ... Read More
Based on your scenario, you should consider speaking with the new owner of the property regarding your payments, your security deposit, and your... Read More

How to remove a child from your home

Answered 4 years and a month ago by Matthew R. Nahrgang (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Although your son didn’t sign a lease, the Landlord Tenant Act applies to all attempts at eviction.  The proper procedure is to provide your son with a Notice to Quit advising him to vacate 15 days after the notice is served by posting or hand delivery.  After that time, you may file a Complaint in Eviction with your local Magisterial District Justice (DJ).  The DJ will schedule a hearing at which your son will be able to defend himself.  If the facts are as you describe, the court should enter judgment in your favor.  Then, if he is still there after 10 more days, you can then file a Writ of Possession which affords yet more time.  After that time has expired, the constable will execute the Order for Possession by locking your son out.     I trust this answers your question, and if you live in the Delaware Valley, feel free to call or email me on a free initial basis. Best Regards,   Matthew R. Nahrgang, Esquire 35 Evansburg Road, Ste 400 Collegeville, PA 19426 (610) 489-3041 o (610) 489-3042 fax nahrganglaw.com... Read More
Although your son didn’t sign a lease, the Landlord Tenant Act applies to all attempts at eviction.  The proper procedure is to provide... Read More
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