Former Landlord threw our things out after lease ended. No eviction notice. What do we do?

Dear Tenant, When your lease ended your parents became month to month tenants. The landlord cannot unilaterally enter your apartment without...

Are there any consequences of withdrawing a section 8 application from a potential tenant? If so, what can I do?

You should be very careful how you reject this application. The last thing you want to receive is a Complaint filed with the NYC Commission on...

Can I get arrested for not payin my furniture bill or have my furniture taking from me

My colleagues have all given you sound advice. A creditor cannot make threatening statements in an effort to collection an outstanding debt. A...

Do I have any options for a motion of judgement against me for credit card debt? I'm currently on unemployment insurance!

Your limited resources can only help insofar as the judge recommending to the creditor an extended payment plan. The nature of the income is...

Dear Tenant, I agree with my colleague Mr. Smollens. The judge has directed you to repair the premises and you have not done so. Every time...

Question about Judgement involving money

N.Y. DCD. LAW § 276 states "Every conveyance made and every obligation incurred with actual intent, as distinguished from intent presumed in law,...

Can a landlord evict me and my family in five day notice w been paying rent but not in full

Dear tenant, We would need a little more information regarding your issue? I am assuming that you are referring to a five day notice to pay...

My landlord is taking me to court because I missed two months of rent, Ive applied for welfare assistance, was approved...

NYC housing court is lenient towards tenants. Appear at the hearing and ask to speak with housing courts form of legal aid. They will give you...

Eviction date by judge is after Jan 31st. Now tenant has other people staying there. Will this affect the eviction?

Illegal activity should be reported to the proper authorities. As a landlord you are responsible for ensuring that the premises are free and clear...

What are the first steps I should take to manage my debt?

Dear Brooklyn Debtor: The first step is to talk a hard look at your current finances by reviewing your credit report from the three major credit...