Can a landlord keep a security deposit and try to collect additional fees for damages 2 years later?

She can ignore the landlord. But if he does file a lawsuit, then she should file an answer within 28 days as specified in the summons from the...

I want to loan my son money to buy his first house

Do not do anything without first consulting a local real estate attorney who can assess your situation and advise whether it is in your best...

If a tenant is on a month-to-month but has not paid and has stated they are leaving in 30 days can I change locks on 30th day

Do not change the locks. You need an eviction order to change the locks if the tenant does not leave on 12/31. If tenant has not paid, then...

How are we able to get a promissory note legalized?

You really should consult a local family law attorney to discuss all those issues. The terms of such an agreement, probably would not be...

Do I have to have proof of relationship for a cousin when moving into an apartment?

If the landlord already told you it would be acceptable, why do you think you need to supply further proof? If landlord does require further...

What do we do next?

Ohio law requires landlord to supply running water. See section (A)(6) at this link: http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/5321.04v1 Send that to the...

How do I remove someone from a warranty deed, that they never signed?

The person receiving a deed does not sign the deed. There is no requirement for that. Those who are named in the deed as grantees of that deed...

When can a home owners assoc. levy attorney fee to me?

The HOA operates according to the HOA declaration recorded in the real estate records that are binding on each homeowner. The declaration...

There is no provision in Ohio law that allows a tenant to terminate a lease on that basis. Try to work it out with your landlord. If you leave,...

Is a document legal when signed while withdrawing off drugs? Or can you sign a legal document while withdrawing?

A person must have sound mental capacity when executing a legal document. Whether or not a person was mentally competent to sign, depends on the...