Fighting a bad landlord with a blog. Yea or Nay? Lawyers, please speak up. What do you think of this idea?

As other counsel has indicated below, your best avenue for rectification of these issues is to inform the town inspector. In the event you follow...

What can I expect to pay an attorney for the purchase of a $220,000 three-family home in Jersey City?

Attorney fees for real estate purchases can vary depending on the attorney, location and the type of services that the attorney offers. My best...

Within your condominium's governing documents there may be a rental restrictions. You will most likely need to provide your managing agent with...

Does my landlord have a chance to evict me for nonpayment if I pay my rent? What can I do to protect my rights?

Your lease is the controlling document as it pertains to the amount owed for rent. I do suggest you contact an attorney to review your current case...

Tenant 2 months late, never showed to court and moved out without notice

You will need to hire an attorney to file a complaint in Civil Court to collect on the outstanding sums due to you. In addition, you will need to...

Is it unfair when a landlord charges 300$ in court fees when they file to evict? Same landlord 10 years

Provided that your lease includes a provision listing the attorney fees as additional rent, the Landlord has the right to collect those costs from...

My soon to be ex is on the mortgage but not on the note. If he signs the quitclaim is he free of financial responsibility?

While I preface my answer on not having seen your documents, typically the note reflects the personal obligation to pay the mortgage loan. If your...

I owe back maintenance fees on my condo due to being out of work and getting sick from my medical condition. Need advice.

In my experience representing both Associations and Unit Owners, Condominium Boards will try to first seek out all settlement options prior to...

I need help in ending a lease with a tenant who has done a lot of damage. The court is Passaic county N.J. if itgoes to court

Getting a tenant out based through what is known as a "Notice Case" can be quite difficult. While it is certainly possible, it will require you to...

I AM YET TO RECEIVE A WRITTEN NOTICE RE MY SECURITY DEPOSIT. I PAID AT THE START OF MAY 2014.

I agree with the other answer. I find that many of my Landlord clients put the security deposit information directly within the lease agreement....