Hello - I live in New York. My question is, can I use retaliator eviction as a defense if I do not have or never signed a lease?

Based on what you state, the landlord can terminate your tenancy. There need not be a reason.

How do I get the court to give me official rights to handle my father's estate's affairs

Speak to an attorney about opening an estate.

Is this a form of blackmail? Can this tenant do this? What could possibly happen to me?

It's probably not blackmail. That said, you should speak with an accountant as soon as possible to discuss your options.

Should I still pay my rent to the landlord if the house is in foreclosure?

The landlord's foreclosure is not an excuse to not pay rent. As the notice you cite states, in the event the lender takes title, the lender takes...

I live an rent a home in lackawanna ny. the owner whom lives in Florida told me that the house is going in foreclosure

A landlord's foreclosure is a matter between the landlord and his/her/its bank, In the event the lender successfully takes the property by...

If the rent is not paid, the landlord is within his or her rights to commence a summary non-payment proceeding.

The tenant has not paid the rent and has been paying me partial rent since day of tenancy. what should i do?

If the rent is unpaid, then a summary non-payment proceeding would be appropriate. Hire an attorney for help with a pay-or-quit and a summary...

Where to report landlord

If you believe you can get a better value for the money you spend on rent, and you have a month-to-month lease, there is nothing keeping you in...

Landlords and tenants are free to negotiate lease terms, provided the lease terms are not contrary to statute or public policy. If those are the...

Can we do anything about the family below us that smokes in the house?

If the landlord is willing to let you out of the lease, it seems like moving is the easiest and cheapest solution to your problem.