Can I deduct money owed to me from my rent?

No! You made an agreement. You orally amended the contract. You’ve been paying consistently. There’s consideration , offer , acceptance , and...

Dealing with a loud neighbor (by no real fault of their own)

1) the 80% rule - to cover floor coverings - I a creature of the LEASE. It’s not a law. It has New York City roots , and it’s imposed on a tenant....

Can we use our security deposit as last month's rent?

Not sure what you mean by “misleading info”, your lease most likely has specific sections addressing terminating the lease and notices. All should...

Obligation for a leased house? can I forfeit my security deposit and get out of the lease.

Does the lease, have a clause in there that says all of the signatories are "jointly and severally liable"? If so, that means each tenant is...

Quitclaim deed from: (A) you; to (B) you and spouse, as tenants by entireties. You’ll need to record with County, fill out any “cover sheet” they...

How to deal with advance payment income when you received form 1099

Unless you have elected to handle your accounting matters on an accrual basis (as opposed to a cash basis), and that you have consistently done...

Can my landlord bring me to court for paying rent late when their is no Certificate of Occupancy for the residence?

Depends on the municipality and the seriousness of the C.O. Is it new construction ? Why do you say a CO Is needed ? Because you’re a tenant ? Is...

Is there a way to guarantee a 10-year lease even if the owner of the property changes?

Great questions. I’m surprised you don’t have an attorney already representing you , with such a significant and important transaction. A new...

Real estate deposit

Buyers usually have to do their own due diligence . Did you have inspection rights ? Whether you have recourse will depend on whether seller...

Sounds like a real estate deal, for which the “statue of frauds “ applies . In that case , enforceability requires a written contract.