Police saying landlord is responsible for tenant's interrupted water service because tenants did not pay to utility companies

I think the law enforcement officer misunderstood what happened. The landlord is under no obligation to pay the bill when tenants have changed...

Stolen properties by evicted tenants

See a local lawyer about whether you can use the same lawsuit. If you only filed a count one for possession and not a count two for damages, then...

Do owners have right to enter rental property once eviction judgment is entered?

You must call the sheriff's civil process to ask for the deputy who posted the writ of possession. The deputy is the one to make the appointment...

If i rent and landlord is not paying mortgage or fixing house can I withhold rent

You have brought up two issues. Foreclosure and Rent. As to the non-payment of the mortgage and the possible foreclosure, you should keep an...

Once a tenant voices his move from a home is he legally binded to that decision?

What proof do you have that he actually moved out? Did he turn over keys to the owners? Did he put anything in writing that stated he was moving...

What is the best way to break a lease if the landlord cannot fix a window in a room?

You must do the following: 1. Make sure you are caught up on rent and all other charges. If not, do so before proceeding to step 2. 2. Send...

Can I request damage awards after eviction judgment is entered?

No, I think the best thing to do would be to join a local landlord group so you can take advantage of their expertise and learning. Not an...

If your niece never entered into a rent agreement with you, then she is not a tenant and is just a houseguest. Mr. Lampert is correct, you can...

Yes, most likely it is legal. I'm sorry you are caught in the middle. The owners should give you plenty of notice before their...

Dear "Can I be evicted for not paying attorney fees?": My answer is: "Most Likely Not." It depends, though: If your written lease agreement...