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Can I turn off the second apartments electric that in my name for my house because she wont help pay the agreed amount?
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Answered on June 04, 2016
Cutting off utilities could be deemed as self help eviction which is not permissible. If you have a valid claim for monies owed, consult with a...
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How to get my sister in law off my deed?
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Answered on June 04, 2016
You need to consult with a real estate attorney immediately. Were you the sole owner of the property? Are you saying your sister-in-law was added...
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How do I evict a tenant who hasn't been paying rent in 13 years
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Answered on June 03, 2016
Consult with a landlord and tenant attorney. Counsel can advise as to appropriate legal action to obtain possession of the property.
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Landlord charging extra
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Answered on June 03, 2016
Consult with a local landlord tenant attorney.You may have recourse, but consult with counsel before proceeding with a course of action.
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Do we have a right to get the deposit back?
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Answered on May 24, 2016
I assume this is a Philadelphia property. If so, file a suit in the Philadelphia Municipal Court. That Court is located in the Widener Building,...
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Can I use my security deposit towards the judgment if the property doesn't have damages?
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Answered on May 24, 2016
Have you vacated the premises? If you no longer reside in the property and there are no damages, you should be able to use the deposit toward at...
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How do landlords get away with keeping security deposits? No attorneys will take this on.
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Answered on May 24, 2016
File the case yourself. If the $450.00 was improperly withheld, sue for double the $450.00 plus interest and costs of suit.
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Is the notice an improper document? Can I reschedule or take advantage of the filling?
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Answered on May 24, 2016
By eviction notice, are you talking about a letter received from the Landlord or papers received from the Court? if Court papers were received,...
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What are my rights in this situation? and can I withhold rent for the time without heat and electricity?
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Answered on May 10, 2016
No heat or electricity clearly affects the warranty of habitability. Call the Philadelphia department of licenses and inspections and have the unit...
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Can I break my lease
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Answered on May 10, 2016
If the facts are as alleged, you do have an issue with the landlord. You need to have the lease agreement reviewed by a landlord and tenant...
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