Is it legal and/or convenient to request the bank not to accept a Tenant's rent payment after Lease NonRenewal Notice is given?

I am not sure you can prevent a direct deposit, but you can refund the money. You should do so promptly or your acceptance of the payment will...

What are my options in this situation? I have to remove my belongings by the end of the month and I am afraid to be near him.

If the "roommate" is also the landlord to whom you pay rent, you may be able to sue for unlawful eviction which awards 3 months rent. Regarding...

Can I be evicted for an arrest, no conviction, from 14 years ago?

Any housing decision based on an arrest without a conviction has been deemed to constitute discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. On April...

Am I responsible for the carpet? Even though it was dirty before I moved in and they have not even tried to clean it?

You may not be charged for ordinary wear and tear. The landlord must make the claim by certified mail within 30 days. then you have 15 days to...

You are a month to month tenant. Either side may terminate this relationship by giving a notice of non-renewal at least 15 days before the end of...

What is the Florida state laws on refunding security deposits or providing a withholdings list (itemized deductions invoice)?

You have 30 days to make your claim. It must be by certified mail. Attached is a link to an article I wrote on what may be claimed. The tenant...

If the lease requires the landlord to exterminate, you can give a notice to repair (available on link below). If the landlord does not make a...

Can I terminate his lease? What do I do with his belongings and property? I would like to sale the place so what are my options?

Once the rent is delinquent and the tenant has been absent half of a rent payment period, you may declare the property abandoned and re-take...

Hi, What rights do I have as a renter when owner hasnt paid hoa in 3 years?

Your tenancy remains unchanged, with the exception that the HOA is now intercepting the rent payments. If repairs are not being made you can...

What is the minimum payment we can make to them legally so that this does not go on our credit report?

You should have an attorney review the landlord's claim. If you sue and prevail, you will get your deposit plus court costs and attorneys fees. ...