What can I do if my landlord kept my security and supplied me with fraudulent receipts?

A landlord is required to return a security deposit to a tenant within thirty days of the termination of the tenancy. If the landlord withholds the...

Does tenant have the right to allow property to be shown to a prospective buyer or tenant only when he is present?

It sounds as if the lease allows you to show the property. The tenant does have a right to demand 24-hours' notice. As long as you provide that,...

Can i take my landlord to court?

Unless you live in a one-family house, the landlord is probably responsible for the water. Assuming the landlord is responsible, N.J.S.A....

Can a landlord recoup money from a tenant's subletting profit

Probably not. But you shouldn't be worried about that in the short term. Your concern should be removing the person living in the basement, which,...

Can I break my lease without being responsible for the remaining months in this situation?

You may be able to. Depending on what the lease says, how severe the the dust is, and how closely your condition is caused by the dust, you may...

Do I have any recourse or do I need to mail via the post office monthly via registered mail? Am I entitled to a ledger?

I always advise tenants that the best way to pay the rent is by check and certified mail, return receipt requested. A lot of landlords are sloppy,...

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How can I make soon-to-be ex-boyfriend get out of my house and out of my life?

I would need more information before giving a definitive answer, but it sounds like an ejectment. This type of action is used to remove people...

Will I be in breach of lease by willfully complying with this order and moving out by the end of the month?

I would definitely need to see the notice and the lease before advising you. However, based on what you said, you may not even have to move out if...

Can new landlord raise rent

If the apartment is subject to the rent control ordinance of the municipality, then the landlord may only raise the rent in accordance with those...

Am I a month-to-month tenant? If so, what are my rights?

First, if the municipality has a rent control ordinance, you should inquire at the rent control or rent leveling office if the increase is...