What happens after the eviction hearing in an owner occupied two family home in Clifton , NJ?

If the tenant appears in court on the trial date and has no valid reason for not paying rent (habitability complaints), then a judgment for...

How do I get my security deposit back ?

For security deposit claims, the jurisdictional limit in Small Claims is $5,000.00. You can file a complaint against the landlord and ask for...

Can I give a 60 da notice of non renewal on a m to m oral lease of a 3 family home in nj?

Do you live in one of the other units in the house? If so, then you can terminate the tenancy upon at least 30 days’ notice for any reason. If...

Is it legal for a landlord to keep a large portion of security deposit for painting and then never uses the money to paint?

You can sue the landlord for the return of your security deposit and he will have to prove that he was justified in withholding the amount he...

Is eminent domain "just compensation clause" going to be huge loss for me?

You can always negotiate with the utility company regarding the price they will pay. You need to hire an attorney with experience in this area of...

What is the legal amount a landlord can charge for late fee on rent?

There is no “legal amount” for a late fee. The only requirement is that it be “reasonable”, which is a subjective standard. A hundred dollar late...

How does the month-to-month tenant give one month notice to the landlord?

If your lease actually runs from the fourth of each month, you needed to notify the landlord by July THIRD that you would be vacating August 3rd in...

What are the penalties if I rented out 1 room out of my 2 BR condo for just 1 month ?

I am not sure to what rental laws you are referring. You are entitled to have a roommate and charge them rent for living there, unless your condo...

Is a lease valid and enforceable if lessor does not obtain a cert of occupancy?

It is every landlord's obligation to comply with the laws requiring smoke Detectors carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers to be...

Under those circumstances, the property in uninhabitable and you can withhold rent until the water is turned back on. You must send a letter to...