I have a first floor apartment in my home. What steps would I need to take to make it a legal apartment and what is the cost?

You would need to apply to the town building department to have the c/o converted to a two family dwelling then file for a rental permit. If you...

Can I recover my security deposit? Did he have a duty to inform me at the same time as the others? Can I recover any paid rent?

Security has nothing to do with rent. It is for damaged that may be done to the premises during your tenancy or when moving out. You need to...

I need to bring suit against old mortgage holder who is trying to steal our equity

I agree, hire an attorney to enforce the court order or hold the lien holder in contempt.

Am i liable or what can happen

He can file a claim. Anyone can at any time. It will be a factual issue as to whether it worked or not when you sold it to him. If you can prove...

Do I have to pay an invoice total if I'm only responsible for a potion of the costs?

I suggest you consult with an attorney in your area. He will need to review your lease agreement and the facts with you and may be able to resolve...

Can I break my lease because my landlord violated a city zoning ordinance?

Check the certificate of occupancy for the house. If it has a certificate for 3 apartments and is registered as a multiple dwelling then the...

I paid car dealer 2000 ,down got bank loan approved took truck home. Dealer now says I owe 500 more due to his mistake

If he made a mistake and delivered the car he has to live with it. You are correct in stating that if you actually owed any money he should just...

Can a landlord demand a broker’s fee without a broker fee contract and without showing or advertising an apartment?

I agree with counsel's answer, however, practically speaking you do not have time to get this resolved in court before you have to move and the...

Is the accelerated rent enforceable if the amount is left blank $_____ in the lease under accelerated clause?

Did the landlord agree to the assignment of the lease? did you get a release from the landlord? what does your lease say about assigning it? ...

Incredibly there is no statute that covers this. The standard is what is reasonable given the circumstances. Usually I advise clients to send a...