The surplus funds are applied to satisfy other liens, mortgages etc. against the property then the balance should be given back to the property...

How can one postpone a tax deed foreclosure once judgement of foreclosure and sale has been ordered by the judge?

This is too broad of a question to just answer without looking at the facts of the matter. You need to be more specific. You may also want to...

Any legal proceedings required by the purchaser of tax deed foreclosure to obtain possession of the tenant occupied property?

You may be able to commence a Landlord-Tenant proceeding to evict the commercial tenant. Your attorney should check out RPAPL 713(4) and...

You should immediately call the police. They might require proof that you've been living there (i.e. Copy of sublease, mail, bills, statements...

What happens to the check I wrote for the down payment? Do i loose that money or is it refunded?

It really depends on the terms of the contract and the reason why you aren't going forward with the purchase. You should definitely hire a real...

Do I have any rights? can I request a lease in my name? or will I be evicted? if they attempt to evict me do I have succession?

Assuming the apartment is subject to rent regulation, if you lived in the apartment with your family member as both your primary residence and...

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Of course. But you might have to go to the management company's office to review them.

1) What is the landlord's responsibility (if any) to inspect the joists? 2) If he is not obligated, should I contact the state

If you or your own inspector find that the conditions are hazardous to the health or safety of occupants in the apartment or there are conditions...

Latches, also known as the "stale rent" defense would depend on the particulars of your case. Your landlord delayed suing you for rent. The...

We seem to have been duped into paying way above the market rate on our rental agreement. Is there anything we can do?

Seems like your stuck with the terms you agreed to in your lease. Luckily, you only entered into a one year agreement. You can have a...