Is it considered utility fraud if a landlord charges more for utilities than his bill states? Is this a breach of contract?
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Answered on June 21, 2010
I think you asked this before. Let's see if my answer matches. Only regulated public utilities may mark up utility. The exceptions are for large...
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If the property dose not show up on title report, is it legal/legit?
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Answered on June 21, 2010
Your concern is justified. Ask the title insurance company if they will issue affirmative insurance covering the two back units as separate rental...
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Can a lender continue to begin foreclosure while also negotiating a modification?
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Answered on June 21, 2010
Under the current law, if your lender is participating in a federal modification under Making Home Affordable, they have the right to commence,...
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Right of way access
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Answered on June 21, 2010
Your neighbor has taken the first step to terminate your right of way. I believe under CT law the statute of limitations for you to file an action...
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Will a house foreclosure affect both spouses?
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Answered on June 20, 2010
It should not impact your wife's foreclosure. Note I used the word 'should" and not "will" No one can predict how the bank will report if they...
Can a landlord force a tenant to pay for wireless internet service and cable television service?
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Answered on June 20, 2010
There is something you need to understand about landlords. Many think that if they adopt a policy, it will trump the lease. Almost nothing trumps...
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Apartment advice
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Answered on June 20, 2010
An apartment in your part of the south in June is not habitable if the A/C is not working. Give that LL notice that it must be fixed by Tuesday...
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We own 22 acres in WA w/ a well on our neighbor's property which we have easement rights to. Can they contest the right ?
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Answered on June 20, 2010
If you have a written easement which has been recorded, you have a permanent right to the well and access to the well. It doesn't really matter...
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Our neighbor wants us to move our 37 year old spruce tree because some branches now extend into her yard? What is the law?
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Answered on June 20, 2010
Many states do not have appellate cases on the issue of trees because people tend to work these things out instead of helping their lawyer up from...
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Is it legal for a non profit fair housing council to record a conversation with a realtor in PA
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Answered on June 20, 2010
You need to talk to a good criminal lawyer on this issue. We have a tough wiretap law in Pennsylvania. You may be a victim. I'd also call my...
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