Can a landlord shut utilities off for non payment

No. That would constitute what is called a constructive eviction. However, you should keep an eye on the payments into escrow and if you follow...

The answer depends on where the property is located. In urban areas, the only concern relates to support. Most areas in and around Pittsburgh are...

Based upon the account you gave, she clearly overcharged you for damages. You can sue her for double the amount she should have refunded. I agree...

In Pennsylvania, can a marital residence be attached by tort judgment if it is only deeded in the husband's name?

Yes the property can be attached by a judgment. However, it may be possible to defend against execution. I recommend you contact a lawyer so that...

Recovery of Real Property notice, I'm out of state cant make it to the hearing what do I do?

Under these circumstances, the only thing you can do is to file an appeal. You have ten days to appeal the award of possession and 30 days to...

What are the documents I have to prepare while buying a single home directly from the owner.

In addition to an agreement of sale, the seller must provide you with a Real Estate Disclosure and a disclosure and booklet regarding lead...

Do they get to fire me and keep my earned commissions ? Would I be entitled to unemployment?

Do you have a written contract? If so, see what it says] about your compensation. Are you a real estate broker or agent? Did you register the...

Can my ex-landlord sue me for the weeks rent if I never had a lease

Many people do not have written leases and the oral leases are enforced on a month-to-month basis by the Magisterial District Judge...

Is the landlord responsible for fixing this problem? How can this be on us to fix this?

Landlords have a duty to provide you with a habitable residence, although in the case of bedbugs, the landlord frequently defends on the theory...

Can the land lord evict her with no place to go.we are appealing her disability.

Unfortunately, your sister cannot live there indefinitely without paying rent. The landlord does have a duty to provide a habitable residence and...