Can I use security deposit for Tenant unpaid water bill in Queens, ny?

You should specifically address this issue in subsequent leases to better protect yourself. Consult with a real estate attorney who handles leases.

Breaking a lease

There is one other possibility. You may be able to assign the lease. The landlord obligations and tenant rights associated with it are fairly...

My friend and I own a home together in NYC. His wife is divorcing him; Her name is not on deed and not on mortgage.

How are your names written on the deed? More than likely, you and your friend are “tenants in common.” His share might be a marital asset, in...

Hello, what would i need in a contract with investors?

If you do not already have a company, you should set one up (e.g., a corporation or LLC). The choice is tax-driven, so you should speak to an...

My Security Deposit Appears to be Gone/Lost!

The security deposit belongs to the tenant. It is in the landlord’s custody. The original landlord should have told you and the subsequent buyer...

I'm in the process of setting up a small LLC service oriented buisness in NY state. I have general questions to get started

You should consult with an attorney and accountant who are familiar with small business issues. An entity will limit your personal liability. ...

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Can I sue or otherwise obtain recourse from my Father's estate? Am i entitled to his pension or unpaid child support for me?

In New York, a will must be signed in the presence of two attesting witnesses. If your father did not have a formally executed will, then he died...

Do you have to pay full value for items left to you by someone who passed?

When a person leaves specific property to a specific beneficiary in a will, it is known as a “specific bequest.” The beneficiary inherits the...

What kind of cleaning fees are landlord allowed to deduct for when there is only normal wear and tear after 3 years?

Landlords cannot deduct for ordinary wear and tear. Deductions for cleaning are not necessarily clear cut. The landlord might have hired a...

Can my landlord evict me for personal reasons?

If you do not have a written lease or rental agreement, then you have a month-to-month tenancy. The landlord does not need a reason to end it but...