Does the judge have the authority to extend a hardship stay despite the fact that the tenant has paid late?

Judges have wide latitude in interpreting the requirements under the law. If a judge believes that a tenant's hardship is genuine and is a...

What do I need to do to protect my assets from my ex-wife if I die?

In general, your property settlement agreement controls whether or not an ex-spouse is entitled to anything after you die. However, unless you...

Are there any firms that will handle judgement negotiation?

Attorneys are prohibited from soliciting business in this forum. You must contact individual attorneys or law firms directly and ask if they can...

Condo bylaws changed mid-lease to restrict dogs in yard, can landlord enforce new rule on tenant for remainder of lease?

The Condo Association is within its rights to change the by-laws as long as they complied with all procedural requirements (including proper...

What action can i take on new landlord that bought my building at sheriff auction, trying to increase rent from $1100 to $1500?

First of all, there is a process that a landlord must follow in order to impose a rent increase. The landlord must wait until your current lease...

How to get security deposit back?

A tenant who believes that the landlord is wrongfully withholding their security deposit is entitled to sue the landlord for double damages. ...

You need to read the municipality's zoning ordinances in order to determine whether such uses confirm or whether you need to apply for variances...

No, New Jersey does not have any law regarding the amount of time a guest can remain with a tenant, however most municipalities have ordinances...

Not really sure to what you are referring. Having late fees included in a lease protects the landlord by providing compensation just in case a...

How can house with iligal bathrooms pass CO?

Your closing attorney should know how to handle this. Inform him or her about the lack of a C/O for the third full bathroom and s/he will make an...