Questions answered by Steven Warren Smollens

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Can we send a Demand for Payment notice and start the eviction process? How long do we give them for payment & start eviction?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 01, 2016

Dear Liverpool Property Owner: I suggest you get back in touch with the lawyer who helped you with the lease to purchase contract, and figure...

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I'd like to know what might be the consequences. Is he able to keep the deposits? To rescind the contract? Sue me?

Steven's answer | Answered on April 01, 2016

Dear New York Tenant: I agree you posted an ambiguous question. I do not know if you are the tenant of record (the person who signed a lease...

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When we all (tenants) appear in court for this holdover, are we required to give our names? How can we counter this dilemma?

Steven's answer | Answered on March 31, 2016

Dear New York Tenants: Your statement suggested that you and others are legitimate tenants, but the "plaintiff" (actually the "Petitioner") is a...

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How do we not get evicted? we are almost payed in full, but worry about the inaccurate ledger and lease situation, thank you.

Steven's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

Dear New York Tenant: Having an agreement written or verbal with the landlord to pay rent to reside in or to occupy a premises, creates a...

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Can I get the full deposit back without compensating the broker? Or will I have to pay something?

Steven's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

Dear New York Tenant: A security deposit exists only when a tenant and a landlord agree on the terms of a lease, and the lease requires the...

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How can I be able to be reinstated as a tenant again?

Steven's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

Dear New York Tenant: By any chance is your tenancy subject to Rent Control? You are absolutely right that your landlord is looking to end a...

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Appeal a Judge Order

Steven's answer | Answered on March 30, 2016

Dear Federal Court Litigant: I gather you checked this out (http://www.nysd.uscourts.gov/forms.php?f=p) and the information at...

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How do I have her leave my apartment which I own and am renting a room to her.

Steven's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

Dear Forest Hills Coop Owner: I suggest you consult a local attorney to start the process of removing your roommate. The Housing Court promotes...

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Can my roommate use the police to charge me with theft for throwing away an item that costs between $10 - $20?

Steven's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

Dear New York Tenant: You could "erase" a whiteboard. But wasting another person's property and sending a written confession shows how angry you...

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What can I do?

Steven's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

Dear Bronx Tenant: I gather from your last comment that you cannot hire an attorney. Let's start with some basic information. Any NYC tenant...

Steven Warren Smollens's Answers (26296)

Can we send a Demand for Payment notice and start the eviction process? How long do we give them for payment & start eviction?

I'd like to know what might be the consequences. Is he able to keep the deposits? To rescind the contract? Sue me?

When we all (tenants) appear in court for this holdover, are we required to give our names? How can we counter this dilemma?

How do we not get evicted? we are almost payed in full, but worry about the inaccurate ledger and lease situation, thank you.

Can I get the full deposit back without compensating the broker? Or will I have to pay something?

How can I be able to be reinstated as a tenant again?

Appeal a Judge Order

How do I have her leave my apartment which I own and am renting a room to her.

Can my roommate use the police to charge me with theft for throwing away an item that costs between $10 - $20?

What can I do?