Can I break my lease

I would put the Landlord on written notice of the problems, and give him a time-frame to correct. If he does not correct, involve City of...

When renting a room in a house what terms should I get in writing?

I would suggest a proper lease be created listing various terms of a landlord tenant relationship including term, various responsibilities ie....

You must consult your lease to determine how the unit was to be delivered when it was surrendered by you. The fact that he accepted the keys is...

We were promised a/c by September 1 in our lease but its at the end of the month and still no a/c what are my rights??

I would initially review your lease agreement for the Landlord's requirements. If she is in breach, notify her of the breach and request a rent...

Can my land lord arrest me

I would review your lease agreement for the ramifications for being late on your lease.

Is it legal to send the certificate of insured to the owner of the building instead of the tenant who is the policy holder.

Your lease dictates the insurance requirements to be supplied to the landlord. In regards to the insurance company sending the certificate of...

What constitutes harassment from a land lord? Does verbal harassment count?

I agree with prior counsel's answer. If things escalate, you will be faced with deciding to file or not file a criminal complaint against your...

I was told I can't evict a non paying tenant, without getting a license first,

Unfortunately, Municipal Court requires proof of a renter's license prior to filing a Landlord Tenant Complaint for eviction. I would go to the...

I received a letter from court for unpaid rent, I paid the manager before the court date and now have a zero balance.

Did the landlord actually incur the Court fees? If so, and your lease provides you are obligated to pay in the event of default, then Court fees...

What is the top percentage a landlord can raise your lease for a one year renewal?

Rental increases are not state regulated in Pennsylvania. I would express your displeasure with the increase and perhaps a phase-in on the...