My landlord is harassing my family to try to get us to break the lease early, what can we do? I feel very unsafe in my home.
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Answered on November 11, 2015
You have a right to peacefully enjoy the premises without disturbance from the landlord. You should continue to document the abuses and make sure...
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Does a previous tenant who seemingly moves back in after moving out need to be evicted or are they trespassing?
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Answered on November 11, 2015
You need to hire an experienced lawyer to address this claim. This is a very nuanced issue, as some may argue that anyone who moves in after a NTQ...
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Can you quick deed propperty from one family member to another for no monetary gain if the property has a lein in it?
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Answered on October 29, 2015
Your grandparents can transfer ownership by quit claim deed, but this simply means that the lien remains on the property and the debt is still owed...
Can I delay a 24 hour notice for eviction
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Answered on October 29, 2015
If the 24 hour notice you are referring to is the Execution, then the only way to delay is to obtain a writ of audita querella. It is essentially...
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Can I seek more damages then small claims if a landlord falsely put me into collections in 2011. I have documents to prove it
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Answered on October 29, 2015
In Connecticut small claims limits claims and counterclaims to $5,000, except in cases regarding security deposits which when applying the double...
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Can she evict me for demanding repairs
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Answered on October 26, 2015
Connecticut has a procedure to protect tenants in your situation. You should call the local building inspector or health inspector to inspect your...
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Can I go to the police and not have landlord kick us out
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Answered on October 26, 2015
You can go to the police to file a report. Whether they decide to prosecute is a question for the police to answer, but a landlord may not kick...
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Landlord changing status to section 8 without notice void lease?
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Answered on October 26, 2015
It is unfortunate that your living situation is not working out. Because you are on a month to month lease or may be considered a permitted...
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How can I get my tenants to pay their rent on time?
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Answered on October 20, 2015
This question is not directly a legal question, but may impact your lease. More specifically, the lease designates how payments are to be made. ...
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Do I need a real estate attorney?
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Answered on June 17, 2015
Ignoring the possibility that both your mother and sister should have addressed gift tax issues at the time of the transfers, your sister took your...