What rights as the property owner / landlord do I have. Can my ex wife actually do what she is suggesting ?

Sounds to me like you and your ex-wife are arguing over marital property/separate property. This is not a case for landlord-tenant District...

So since the lease was breached can I get my deposit back or can I ask for lower rent...also can I request or sue for all rent p

Just how do you think your lease was breached? Remedies for breach of lease are determined on a case by case basis. That said suing for all...

Is it legal for a landlord to include mandatory carpet cleaning in the lease?

Maybe. What does your lease contract say?

Does the landlord always have to use the security deposit deduction to fix the damages?

If you're going to withhold any portion of your tenants security deposit you must follow the Maryland rules. I have written more on the MD rules...

Security deposits can generally be used for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Your lease should say contain a provision that says what the...

What can I do?

I agree with Alan. Contact your local county rental unit inspector to have an inspection done. If this issue is serious enough, you may be able...

Was this 30 day notice to vacate due to non renewal of lease valid?

Because you have a month to month lease you must be given 30 days notice prior to the end of lease term he wants you out. 30 days in and of itself...

Is there a specific way I need to present myself to an attorney to get a call back in spite of the fact I'm on disability

You can also try contacting Maryland Legal Aid. If you Google Maryland Legal Aid their number pops up as one of the top results.

3 unrelated persons renting the same rental unit question

Contact your local residential landlord licensing department and see what they say.

Lease modified without my written consent, and the new lease does not have my name on it.

Leases can be modified with the consent of both parties. It sounds to me like you and your landlord orally consented to a modification that would...

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