Questions answered by Gary Steven Gaffney

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Am I responsible for paying the deposit back to the tenant which was held by the previous management company

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

We can't really answer this unequivocally on line; you should consult with a good local real estate attorney who can review your lease, the facts...

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My Grandmother died and my mother need the apartment finance

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I agree, your facts are a little confusing, but from what I can gather, it appears your mom wishes to "assume' the mortgage, or to put the mortgage...

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The amount put on an eviction summons is ONLY Past Due Rent and late fees should be separate?

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

GENERALLY, yes - but it can depend on how "rent" is defined in the lease Under Section 83.46(6), "Rent” means the periodic payments due the...

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Can I

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I agree with my colleagues; if it's an apartment, it depends on the language of your lease, but it's likely the snakes would give you grounds to...

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Can I break my lease

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I agree with my colleague; unless your Lease specifically provides for AC, you really have no remedy as against the LL. And if it does; you can...

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What is the hours of operation for golf course maintanence. Is there a restriction?

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

just check the most current version of your municipal code; odds are they are prohibited from making "excessive" noise at that time (e,g,, no...

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Can not close on a house that buying because company has decided to rent it. Is this legal or not?

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I'm sorry you are having troubles; but the fact is, your situation neatly illustrates why one MUST have legal representation BEFORE entering into a...

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Is texting a form of written notice to a landlord about ongoing problems with emergency situations?

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

No, I am sorry, but generally, it is NOT - at least in a residential lease, not for purposes of complaining about the items you have enumerated...

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How do I file a lien on someone owing me money.

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I agree with my colleague, and will only add that you posted this in "construction" - and if that is the case (i.e., the "lien" arises from...

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How can I get my name off the home mortgage?

Gary's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

Note: This query might also be addressed on other (different) forums, perhaps "Family" or "Debt Collections." You posted this in "foreclosure," but...

Gary Steven Gaffney's Answers (28494)

Am I responsible for paying the deposit back to the tenant which was held by the previous management company

My Grandmother died and my mother need the apartment finance

The amount put on an eviction summons is ONLY Past Due Rent and late fees should be separate?

Can I

Can I break my lease

What is the hours of operation for golf course maintanence. Is there a restriction?

Can not close on a house that buying because company has decided to rent it. Is this legal or not?

Is texting a form of written notice to a landlord about ongoing problems with emergency situations?

How do I file a lien on someone owing me money.

How can I get my name off the home mortgage?