How do I get my security deposit back? who is responsible to get it from the old landlord in a foreclosure? New owner or I?

New Jersey imposes an obligation on a successor landlord for the security deposit. In a foreclosure situation that would be either the bank or...

Security Deposit Refund - Deductions

Under NJ law the LL can not deduct for normal wear and tear. It will be a question of fact as far as the carpets ore concerned. Similarly there...

How do I go about this case for extortion?

It is very hard to tell from your letter what is going on here. NJ law allows for double damages and attorneys for failure to provide an...

How do you a get tenant out of an apartment. We realized reading our lease that it was not allowed.

Need to go to LT Court and follow the eviction process.

I am being evicted because my cousin stopped helping pay rent what should I do

If your landlord is bringing an eviction action you have until 4:30 PM the day of Court to pay the rent. Until he goes through the court process...

Apparently I am living in an illegal basement apartment. The landlord is now asking me to move out. What are my options?

Get counsel. If the basement rental is illegal you are entitled to a relocation allowance equal to 6 months rent. It also makes me wonder if...

Can a landlord rent a single family home to three sets of families?

I would think it unlikely. It would depend on the local ordinances. Assuming the current occupancy is illegal, you may be entitled to a relocation...

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Is rental lease valid with out any advance payment?

Until the LL signs there is no deal. Cancel as soon as possible. You want everything promised in writing and appended to the lease. There is...

How can I obtain my security deposit back from the my LL?

The LL is legally obligated to return your security within 30 days after you vacate or provide an accounting of how the money was spent. If he...

Counsel is correct. There should be a writing that discusses the terms and conditions of treatment that you signed on your first visit. You...