Matthew R Schutz

Matthew R Schutz's Answers (1727)

Flemington, NJ

Landlord or tenant Lawyer at Flemington, NJ

Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +4 more

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How do I evict a tenant that hasn't paid her rent in almost two months?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 11, 2013

You need to file an eviction action in L/T court to get her out. I would follow a two track strategy. In addition to non payment which requires...

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Does my landlord have to wait for me to remove my dog before entering?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 10, 2013

No. Generally speaking all the LL has to do is give you reasonable notice, typically one day, to enter the unit, except in case of emergency.

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DUI SUSPENSION: NJ DMV or Court ruling: Is your lisc suspended the date of the infraction or the date of sentence from the

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 10, 2013

Depends. Certain suspensions by the MVC require them to send notice. Court ordered and DD suspensions are immediate.

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Can an apartment complex owner keep off its hot water all weekend for 'temporary' repairs?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 07, 2013

The short answer is yes. You need to provide the LL notice according to the lease, and give him a reasonable time to fix. Assuming he does not...

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Can my landlord force me to move?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 06, 2013

This is one of the few areas that NJ is fairly land lord friendly. While no notices are required before filing for possession in l/t court, the LL...

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I rented an apprment with 5 other people. to find out today that one had left the house for 3 days without notice. l

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 06, 2013

I am not sure what your question is

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How can I evict my troublesome tenants?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 06, 2013

This is s breach of the quiet enjoyment clause of the lease. You need to give notice to cease and notice to quit. You will then have to sue in...

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Can LL charge me for painting and carpet cleaning?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 02, 2013

You are allowed normal wear and tear associated with your occupancy. You may be liable for the stains on the carpet. The other damages, no.

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I've a 1y apt lease; at renewal, I see a clause contrary to law. I've a state HUD voucher. My rights?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 30, 2013

Is this an initial lease or a renewal? Assuming it is a renewal, then changes must be reasonable. I don't think this is reasonable. Talk to your...

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After giving notice to not extend my lease, Can I extend the lease and stay in same apartment even if it is booked by someone?

Matthew's answer | Answered on June 27, 2013

You can stay but under NJ law in this circumstance under NJ law the LL can charge double rent.

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