We put down $3000 to lease a house, did not lease the property and owner still has our $ What can we do?

Consult with a local attorney as soon as possible. Your problem cannot be resolved through an on-line forum which is intended only to provide...

Can a tenant demand that a wall to wall rug be replaced when there are bed bugs in the bedroom furniture and you have bite marks

I agree with Mr. Kennelly and add that you should review your lease to see who has the duty to provide pest control, as a landlord's statutory duty...

Does the landlord have to provide a detailed list of deductions from security deposit? Can I contest the deductions?

Landlords are not required to provide detailed lists of the damages, only the reason for the claim on the deposit. If a landlord wants to make a...

My mother is 80yrs old. Always paid on time. Landlord told her on 27th to move out. lease was up on 28. How long does she have.

Assuming your mother has a written lease that expired on Feb. 28th and the lease did not automatically renew, or the landlord did not agree to your...

Who gets rent money from tenants protected by foreclosure act (PTFA) ? Are they required to continue paying rent?

The successor in interest would be entitled to the rent after the foreclosure. The attached link of the Act provides what is required to be a...

If my rent is due on the third can I get a three day notice on the 5th if I informed my landlord I was going to be late on rent?

If your rent is past due, Yes, your landlord can serve you with a 3-day notice. The fact that you told your landlord you would be late in paying...

Is it possible to avoid eviction / judgement if I end up paying anything anyways as part of the response in court?

Assuming you have already been served the complaint and summons, it will depend on the court's case load and how quickly any pleadings or motions...

Can I add a liability clause to a rental agreement or do I need a separate document like a liability waiver?

If you are concerned about liability, I recommend you consult with an attorney to properly prepare your lease agreement. The cost of an attorney...

The Protecting Tenants at Foreclosure Act controls and defines a bona fide tenant as follows: (b) Bona Fide Lease or Tenancy- For purposes of...

Evicting a tenant

Real guns, or toy guns? Parents are legally responsible for the actions of their children. If they are violating the terms of your lease, or...