Questions answered by Steven Warren Smollens

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Notice of Termination - I want out of the lease anyway, what's next?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Dear Manhattan Tenant: A legal tenancy termination notice without a following court determination that the landlord had a right to end the...

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When do I need to provide the down payment on a apartment rental? And what will happen if I don’t provide it before they say?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Dear Nesconset Tenant: Show your lease to an attorney. Usually, a tenant pays a one month security deposit and first month rent. New rules just...

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How do I get my truck back legally?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

If the NY vehicle title and registration are in your name, it appears from the limited information you provided that your ex-boyfriend stole your...

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How do i get my cash back?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

There is no guarantee you get back the deposit. A receipt helps if you sue in Small Claims Court. Your friend may be running a scam on other people...

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Can I take my friend to court for not paying a car loan under my name? I have emails stating from him it's his car?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Emails do not establish ownership of a motor vehicle in NY State. If the title, registration, vehicle insurance and loan are all in your name, the...

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Can I move out my name and leave my husband name on rent controlled apt contract so I can buy my first home in other city?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Dear Manhattan Tenant: A "simple" response is your husband retains his status as tenant in the Rent Stabilized apartment as long as he maintains...

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Does renovating a building mark it unregulated?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

There is no way to provide a useful response to the issue posed by your statement. The notion for deregulation of an existing rent stabilized...

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How long does the landlord have to return my Security deposit ?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Dear Manhattan Tenant: If your tenancy was not Rent Stabilized, you may have a basis to claim the new tenant security statute, effective the...

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Does a Notice to Terminate cancel a lease (i.e. would it relieve all remaining liability)?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

A legal tenancy termination notice without a following court determination that the landlord had a right to end the tenancy, or a privately...

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How can i get my tenant to move out of my basement apartment?

Steven's answer | Answered on July 11, 2019

Dear Bronx Property Owner: What is the point in renovating an illegal apartment in the basement? Without securing an alteration permit from the...

Steven Warren Smollens's Answers (26296)

Notice of Termination - I want out of the lease anyway, what's next?

When do I need to provide the down payment on a apartment rental? And what will happen if I don’t provide it before they say?

How do I get my truck back legally?

How do i get my cash back?

Can I take my friend to court for not paying a car loan under my name? I have emails stating from him it's his car?

Can I move out my name and leave my husband name on rent controlled apt contract so I can buy my first home in other city?

Does renovating a building mark it unregulated?

How long does the landlord have to return my Security deposit ?

Does a Notice to Terminate cancel a lease (i.e. would it relieve all remaining liability)?

How can i get my tenant to move out of my basement apartment?