Landlord took $275 for "cleaning" and did not indicate how the money was spent?

I'm not licensed in your state but I found this, which appears to say that deposits are for DAMAGE and unusual wear & tear. MAYBE that includes...

I am renting a 3 br house and recently found out that my landlord got summon for illegal rental, what are my rights?

If you have a month to month tenancy you were always living there at the whim of the landlord with no more than a months' notice required. What...

Can my landlord move into my back yard?

It sounds like you're a tenant and she can evict you. I'm not sure what "messages" you have to prove you were in a lease-to-own contract, but a...

Do I have time to look for a new space to rent?

Putting aside whether his notice is sufficient, there's no grace period from which your obligation to pay rent is suspended.

I owe my landlord 1 months rent, he keeps emailing me telling me he is going to shut off the gas and the hot water

Call the police, it's a misdemeanor.

Anyone can be sued but I'm not sure your sister has a good claim based on your description - especially since your mom probably lacks the capacity...

In the building I live in my motorcycle was stolen within 2 weeks of moving in

Secure or not, you know if a thief wants your bike she'll get it. Insurance, a good alarm, and good chains are vital. I have an enclosed garage...

Just in case it applies, keep in mind that Landlords may not prohibit support animals - people with psychiatric disabilities may sometimes have the...

Do I have to show up in a civil court case and what happens if I don’t ?

Absolutely. As Mr. Smollens pointed out, you will most likely lose if you fail to appear. Did they overpay? Maybe you can settle with them...

What liability does a property managing company have?

There's no general rule, although what you describe does not sound good. The manager's responsibilities and liabilities are outlined in your...