Owner of apt building 6 units. Refuses to fix my bathroom. Plumbers have confirmed that sewer trap is missing, I want out .

You may be able to declare a constructive eviction. If there is a habitability defect which is serious enough and not timely remedied, you may be...

Can a new property manager deny a lease that the previous owner signed ?

That is incorrect. They now stand in the shoes of the former owner. Based on the facts you present, as long as your mother has a fully executed...

Landlord rented an illegal apartment and wants me to leave. What are my options?

You are entitled to relocation expenses equal to six months rent. The landlord cannot evict you until you are paid. You can also contact the local...

Tenant dispute for a lease termination due to uninhabitable townhouse?

Contact an attorney to send a notice to the landlord claiming a constructive eviction.

How long before a tenant is required to vacate property after a Short Sale?

Your landlord must send you a notice that the buyer intends to personally occupy the property and the contract requires that the property to be...

You can sue for double the security, however your landlord will be given the opportunity to present evidence of damage to the premises.

Am I responsible for the security deposit if the tenant gave it to the previous landlord?

It is the former owner's responsibility to transfer the deposit to you. However, since it was paid after the closing, you should sue the former...

Can I get out of sale contract after time of essence has served?

You should consult with your real estate attorney. If you don't have one you should retain one immediately.

The New Jersey Lawyers Fund For Client Protection is a fund in NJ which exists to reimburse clients who have suffered a loss due to dishonest...

How long to fix a broken hot water heater?

A landlord has a reasonable amount of time to cure a habitability defect. In my opinion, a week is a reasonable amount of time.