Can i stay in the same apartment at least till my delivery. I mean is it legal. Thanks in advance

I have a feeling that the problem is that adding a 3rd person, matter how small they might be, violates zoning laws regarding required square...

What's the highest reasonable rental amount that I can charge new tenants and by how much maximum can I increase current tenant?

"Reasonable" is a subjective term, meaning that what may seem reasonable to one person may seem unconscionable to another. Yet that is the...

I would like to know is there a time limit between what is considered a guest vs someone living in the apartment?

A tenant is entitled to the quiet enjoyment of their rental unit, which means they may have guests whenever they want and for however long they...

I never received notice of increase from my landlord and they filed a complaint? They added lawyer fees. What should i do?

If you have a written lease, unless there is a provision which states that the tenant is responsible for attorney fees and court costs, a landlord...

What is the cost basis of a residential property when its ownership is transferred for one dollar?

If you own the property jointly with your spouse, you each own 100% of the property. If you want the property held in only one of your names, just...

Is it legal for a unlicensed and uninsured contractor to use me the home owner

Anyone can sue anyone else, but that doesn't mean the person suing will win their case. It will be up to a judge to determine whether or not there...

I rented a house for a week in NY. Landlord refuses to return security. Claiming damage to a tree on his property what to do?

You need to post this on the New York forum to get a response under New York law, which can be very different from New Jersey law at times.

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Can my landlord withhold my security deposit for 2 days late on a notice of me vacating the apartment?

A landlord is not entitled to retain the full amount of the security deposit to compensate for lost rent unless they actual lost some rent. A...

Am I responsible if someone moves into an apartment I am still paying rent for and my old roommate & landlord did not tell me?

If there is a new tenant who has taken your place in the apartment, that tenant should be paying the rent, not you. If you and your roommate...

What rights do I have to object to an increase in association dues

One thing you have to understand is that the property management company does not make the financial decisions, it just administers the policies of...