A new unit owner rented his unit against by-laws (25%)rentals. We are at the max and he disregarded the BOD.

The issue is not when he bought the unit, but when he signed the lease with the tenants? If before the rule, then for the term of the lease you...

City wants me to cut down my trees; I only want them trimmed.

Do some research, Ask them under what ordinance can they issue such an order? Several choices: Is bush within the street right of way? If so,...

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Can a licensed contractor put lien on a house if the contract between him and homeowner has arbitration clause?

The prior answer is yes, but then before the lien can be foreclosed, he and you have to go to arbitration. If you win, the lien is released, if...

If your lease specifies that she is providing you with a refrigerator, then if she has ignored a letter from you demanding its repair, your next...

Landlord tenant

As stated in prior answers: 1 bring a witness to inspect before they move out, take photos. Remember " broom clean is ok" 2. Have tenant and...

When I leased my apartment I signed as the tenant and also as the Company Representative. Is it a legal and binding document?

Your statement is confusing. Was the rental part of you job benefits? Email your phone and we can talk.

I don't have a lease with my tenant, she refused to pay rent this month....

You are between a rock and a hard place. Either pay or read the statutes and file the papers pro se. Remember eviction is to get them out. Small...

Can my landlady keep a portion of my security deposit for "redecorating costs"?

The prior answer is correct. You should patch any minor holes and in general ready the place for repainting. You need to leave it "broom clean" ...

My tenant as of today has told me they are moving out at the end of june. The lease is good until 8/1/2013. Can I keep security

It is dependant on the actual terms of your lease? In most cases, the security deposit is primarily for physical damage to the unit. So...

This is simple extortion. I suggest your response could be to: make an un announced visit to the unit with a witness using a camera. Take...