When does repeated, deliberate and intentional stealing of rental income become a crime, if ever?

There are tenants who habitually fail to pay rent to landlords. However, that is not a criminal court violation. The key is to do as much due...

Am I legally allowed to have the water heater fixed myself and deduct the cost from my rent?

A lack of water hot water affects the warranty of habitability. The landlord cannot set conditions to comply with the warranty of...

How can I get a jobless roommate evcited

If you do not own the leased premises, you cannot file suit for eviction. If there are unpaid rentals or other problems with tenancy, the...

My question is how much do I have to owe for her to take me to court I only have Feb unpaid

I assume your case is in Philadelphia Municipal court which is located in the Widener building across the street from City Hall. (6th floor) Take...

Where do I get legal help

I assume you live in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. Contact the Cambria County lawyer reference service. That office should be able to refer you to...

Do I have any defense with the Magistrate?? If this person is not technically a "landlord" can he win his case?

You can have a verbal lease in Pennsylvania. In Philadelphia county, a residential landlord must have a current rental license in order to collect...

Do I need to evict of just get possession back. Then follow Act 129 procedure?

File an eviction complaint at the local District Justice office where the property is located. Hearings are generally scheduled within 14-20 days...

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It does not appear there is a landlord-tenant relationship. If those are the facts, you need to file an ejectment action in the Philadelphia Court...

How long do I have to move out? Pennsylvania

If the lease is over and you failed to vacate premises, the landlord can seek judgment for possession for failure to vacate upon termination of the...

My tenant filed a complaint about me to the PA Attorney State General stating

You or your representative should respond to the notice received from the attorney general's office. I presume there is a written lease which...