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What kind of rights do I have as a tenant in a house that is going into foreclosure right before I renew my lease ?
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Answered on August 25, 2012
Since you have knowledge of the foreclosure that has been filed, you cannot be considered a bona fide tenant. You can sign the written lease...
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Can I refuse to sign a “United States Immigration and Naturalization Service Addendum” from my Landlord? Should I sign it or not
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Answered on August 24, 2012
Don't sign anything.
If the landlord / property management firm gave you a form to fill out, hang on to the form as proof that they gave such a...
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Landlord/Tenant: Landlord gets divorced while his house is being rented. Judgment is to sell.
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Answered on August 24, 2012
You are entitled to live out the lease agreement as agreed to by you and the owner. The new owner will have to take subject to the lease...
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I'm currently renting a place and my landlord has just told us we must we out in a month; what are my options?
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Answered on August 24, 2012
If you pay rent monthly on the first of the month, the landlord can send a proper notice that they are non-renewing the lease and you must be out...
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Can my ex landlord continue to pursue me for back rent after I have moved out?
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Answered on August 24, 2012
Yes, a former landlord can pursue a former tenant for the balance owed.
If you want to stop the harassment, hire an attorney to represent...
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How long do you have before a landlord can ask you to leave the premises?
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Answered on August 24, 2012
The landlord first has to give you a written notice that (1) you are violating a lease provision, (2) you owe rent, or (3) the lease is terminated...
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Do I need to let my landlord/owner show the unit I am renting before I move/
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Answered on August 24, 2012
Yes, you are obligated to let the owner show the property.
The owner must give you proper notice in advance, but can show the property at any...
Do I have any rights as a tenant to be late with my rent due to illness?
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Answered on August 24, 2012
No, I'm sorry to tell you that there is no basis in the law for allowing someone to be late due to illness.
However, you can write a letter to...
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What kind of eviction should i have to file for a tenant in section 8 for violation of contract not paying her part ?
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Answered on August 23, 2012
You would treat is as any other eviction, except that you need to read over your contract / agreement with the agency. You need to inform them...
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How to file an answer in court if the landlord added things to the lease and signed my name to what he added?
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Answered on August 23, 2012
You will need to deposit the rent into the registry of the court and also file an Answer. Your Answer should include a copy of the Lease as...
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