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My question is what can we do about all this situation?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

Most likely - nothing. The Landlord is just making sure (for himself) that you are leaving/left, perhaps venting a bit. I would be very surprised...

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What can I do if my apartment complex refuses to move the other tenants.

Gary's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

Unless your lease provides fora smoke-free environment, not much you can do, I am afraid. You might be able to arrange to move to another apartment...

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Have I met the 30 day certified mail requirement? Does the 30 days refer to the date by which i must mail or tenant receive?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

Too close o call; you will have to wait and see what the tenant does. I agree with my colleague that is in some situation, the court will deem the...

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Do I, as the tenant have to show the house myself to prospective buyers (i.e. act as the Landlords' Real Estate Agent)?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

Absolutely not. Explain to them that you are concerned for your own safety, and that you prefer they use a LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER ONLY. If...

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Can I withhold rent if my landlord doesn't want to fix our central AC/heat unit?

Gary's answer | Answered on May 01, 2016

I believe you may have asked about this already? Not sure why you think its so important you weren't "told" the LL sold the property - the owner...

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New commercial property owner / signed Estoppel? Feel tricked somehow..

Gary's answer | Answered on May 01, 2016

If you want to know what your "rights" are here, my suggestion is that retain a good local real estate attorney; this matter is a bit too...

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How can I be bought out in a joint tenancy with right of survivorship?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 30, 2016

I am not licensed in Virginia, so this response will be generic by necessity - be sure to consult with a good local real estate attorney to be...

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How to file a lawsuit against self proclaimed "landlord"?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 30, 2016

Hi: I am not licensed in Texas, so this response will have to be generic by necessity. Not sure what you asked in your prior post; I'll look for...

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At what point does this become harassing, an invasion of privacy and a general violation of my peaceful enjoyment?

Gary's answer | Answered on April 30, 2016

Your Question is: At what point does this become harassing, an invasion of privacy and a general violation of my peaceful enjoyment? First off,...

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Can a new home Seller rescind on an amount that was credited on the Loan Estimate? Seller reduced it on last Closing Disclosure.

Gary's answer | Answered on April 30, 2016

Generally; no. But with due respect, I think the broader answer/commentary here is quite obvious. You really should have consulted with and...

Gary Steven Gaffney's Answers (28473)

My question is what can we do about all this situation?

What can I do if my apartment complex refuses to move the other tenants.

Have I met the 30 day certified mail requirement? Does the 30 days refer to the date by which i must mail or tenant receive?

Do I, as the tenant have to show the house myself to prospective buyers (i.e. act as the Landlords' Real Estate Agent)?

Can I withhold rent if my landlord doesn't want to fix our central AC/heat unit?

New commercial property owner / signed Estoppel? Feel tricked somehow..

How can I be bought out in a joint tenancy with right of survivorship?

How to file a lawsuit against self proclaimed "landlord"?

At what point does this become harassing, an invasion of privacy and a general violation of my peaceful enjoyment?

Can a new home Seller rescind on an amount that was credited on the Loan Estimate? Seller reduced it on last Closing Disclosure.