Questions answered by Brian Xavier Pendergraft

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I want out of this place ,Is that possible with my lease not being up until August?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

First contact your local residential licensing department to schedule an eviction as soon as you can. They can cite and fine your landlord to...

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What state law do we follow in order to get the full deposit back plus interest accrued since we have moved from MD to KY?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

Maryland because the house is here in Maryland. Consider contacting a MD landlord tenant attorney if you need any additional help. I have...

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Landlord hasn't returned security deposit and I find out they're illegally operating, can I get my money back?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 28, 2016

You can take your landlord to court to try to get a judgment against them You may get back up to three times your security deposit (and interest...

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I've been given a verbal 30 days notice to leave, is that even legally possible? Highly doubtful, clarification appreciated

Brian's answer | Answered on March 28, 2016

Only the sheriff can evict you after you after an order of possession is entered against you. Any eviction before then is illegal. I have written...

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How do I respond to this?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 27, 2016

I agree with Richard, more information is needed. It's difficult to tell you how to respond to something that we haven't seen. Consider contacting...

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I am a tenant in a basement flat in a single family home and the landlord violating my right to privacy

Brian's answer | Answered on March 24, 2016

You can try negotiating breaking your lease with your landlord yourself. Whatever you agree to be sure to get it on writing. You can contact an...

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What do I do if i was told to move out of my apartment without an eviction notice?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

You don't have to leave until your landlord gets a court order that gives him the right of possession. He has to take you to court to do that. You...

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What is my recourse? Can I evict the tenant? Can I make the tenant pay for all of the damages prior to them vacating?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

She's a lawyer so she knows how to play the game. Get a lawyer yourself to make sure you take the right steps needed to get her out as soon as you...

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Notice to Quit

Brian's answer | Answered on March 22, 2016

I think the effectiveness of the notice will fall into the discretion of the Judge. If I were on your side id argue you complied with the rules....

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Can I enter and secure and change locks?

Brian's answer | Answered on March 20, 2016

To enter the home for maintenance purposes, maybe. To change the locks, I would say no. Changing the locks before she delivers possession of the...

Brian Xavier Pendergraft's Answers (430)

I want out of this place ,Is that possible with my lease not being up until August?

What state law do we follow in order to get the full deposit back plus interest accrued since we have moved from MD to KY?

Landlord hasn't returned security deposit and I find out they're illegally operating, can I get my money back?

I've been given a verbal 30 days notice to leave, is that even legally possible? Highly doubtful, clarification appreciated

How do I respond to this?

I am a tenant in a basement flat in a single family home and the landlord violating my right to privacy

What do I do if i was told to move out of my apartment without an eviction notice?

What is my recourse? Can I evict the tenant? Can I make the tenant pay for all of the damages prior to them vacating?

Notice to Quit

Can I enter and secure and change locks?