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I moved into a illegal basement. Ive been there 4 months, paying cash.The landlord wants me to leave, can I get my money back?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 12, 2014

If you are having financial problems, you may qualify for free legal aid. Go online and get the telephone number for the Legal Aid office in the...

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My neighbor moved on and rented out house to new tenants. They are very rude and annoying. I do not like them.

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 11, 2014

Based upon the limited information provided, the answer is No. If the neighbors are disturbing the peace or creating some other nuisance, call the...

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Do I need to hold rent?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 11, 2014

Have a local attorney review the lease. If the lease can be terminated with a 30 day notice, your interests may best be served by finding other...

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How do i get a deposit back on a room i have rented if i decide to to move there have a receipt no signed lease or any agreement

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 10, 2014

What was the time frame between when you gave the deposit and decided not to rent the apartment. If you gave the deposit and decided not to rent...

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Evicting a tenant

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 10, 2014

I assume you filed the case with a local District Justice. You will have a hearing in approximately 10-17 days. Assuming you have a legal basis to...

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How much can landlord charge for utilities when bill is under their name?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 10, 2014

After you vacate the premises, the landlord is required to return your deposit within 30 days or provide a list of alleged damages . Make certain...

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My daughter is looking to rent a home in Bensalem, PA., need to know law about what a landlord must replace before move in.

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 09, 2014

With respect, there is no definitive answer to the question. If there are items in the unit which need to be repaired or replaced, do not sign a...

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If you pay up front rent for 6months and have a verbal aggreement can u get evicted early?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 09, 2014

I assume the property is in Camden County, NJ. REVIEW the court papers you received. If the case was filed in Camden Special Civil Part it will go...

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Can I deduct money from security deposit to clean rugs that had animal hair , feces & vomit after the tenant moves out?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 09, 2014

If the condition of the rugs prevents the unit from being rented, hire an outside company to clean them and get a receipt. Take pictures of the...

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If a tenant wants to upgrade a working appliance, how much may I charge?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 08, 2014

Did you rent the unit with the fine white appliances in the unit? If so, I am unclear as to the question. Why would the tenant have to pay you to...

Arthur R Panza's Answers (985)

I moved into a illegal basement. Ive been there 4 months, paying cash.The landlord wants me to leave, can I get my money back?

My neighbor moved on and rented out house to new tenants. They are very rude and annoying. I do not like them.

Do I need to hold rent?

How do i get a deposit back on a room i have rented if i decide to to move there have a receipt no signed lease or any agreement

Evicting a tenant

How much can landlord charge for utilities when bill is under their name?

My daughter is looking to rent a home in Bensalem, PA., need to know law about what a landlord must replace before move in.

If you pay up front rent for 6months and have a verbal aggreement can u get evicted early?

Can I deduct money from security deposit to clean rugs that had animal hair , feces & vomit after the tenant moves out?

If a tenant wants to upgrade a working appliance, how much may I charge?