How long does an eviction take? I received a letter to cease, but not official eviction letter. Should I pay rent this month?

You have not described the nature of the conduct which your landlord is demanding that you cease. Therefore it is difficult to answer your question...

A tenant deducted money from their monthly rent for days repair was performed at apartment without notifying me. Is this Legal?

The tenant cannot simply deduct money from the rent without notice to you. If you made repairs within a reasonable period of time after the...

How soon can I be kicked out of house after it is sold?

Your landlord must give you a full two (2) month's notice in writing and only if the buyer is going to personally reside in the house. If they have...

Can my landlord choose not to renew my lease?

In addition, if the building is owner occupied with two or less rental units, there are time constraints that the landlord must adhere to before...

I agree with my colleague. A 10% late fee is not uncommon; particularly in the type of building you describe.

How much notice does a landlord need to give you to move out after telling you they sold the house?

I must disagree somewhat with my colleagues. The 90 day notice served upon you is sufficient so long as you are not asked to vacate during the term...

My security deposit is suppose to receive an interest rate of 7% per annum. what does that mean?

The only way you will receive a return of 7% is if the lease expessly says so. Otherwise your security will bear interest at the prevailing rate...

Never got my security deposit back ! After moving out ! Sent owner a forwarding address , and still no refund of deposit !

Both of my colleagues' answers are correct. So be certain all your rent was paid, including the last month's. Some tenants don't pay the last...

My lease is up and I want out of the apartment and the landlord doesn't want to give me my deposit,what shall I do?

I suggest you retain an attirney to send your landlord a letter. If the landlord unlawfully withholds your deposit and you sue him you would be...

What should I do in this scenario? We got a final judgement but the settlement was not amended yet, we agreed but not signed.

My coleague is correct. Generally, the court will schedule a hearing if an amended judgment is not submitted within two weeks. Your lawyer is your...