What happens when a summary judgment is granted ? is it best to appeal ? can you still save your home after this ?

First, as the law stands today, the lender is free to negotiate with you and file the foreclosure action at the same time. There has been some...

We have an opportunity to purchase a house of a deceased relative but deed is missing.

There are really two components to your question: 1) will you have to open a probate estate; and, 2) who is the titled owner of the real estate in...

Can I win in small claims court for unpaid rent?

All rent must be paid whether she is contributing or not. So, if you and your boyfriend cover her contractual obligations over the next 8 months,...

We are in foreclosure with our bank, they said that we can do a deed in lieu. is this better?

I think you should check with a bankruptcy attorney immediately to see if you should file for Chapter 7 or 13 protection in bankruptcy. At the...

I let someone stay in my home who is not on my lease. he provided groceries but no rent. how can i have him removed?

You are the tenant, and it appears he is a long-term guest of yours. Ask him to leave and if he does not, tell him you will ask the police to help...

We have had bedbugs for months, Almost 8 months and we can't get rid of them no matter how hard we try.

The City of Cincinnati has an ordinance that requires owners and occupants of buildings to control bedbugs as they are characterized as "vermin." ...

Plumbing services were stated in writing on an estimate sheet for a sump pump installation at my home.

This is difficult as the estimate sheet may or may not be a part of your contract. Is the work abandoned at this point - or is the contractor...

Rental room and repairs -- Who's responsible?

Generally, you are liable for repairs beyond ordinary wear and tear unless your lease spells out specifics. Need more information.

Can i counter sue?

Your lease spells out the terms you both agreed to and as long as you are paying, you cannot be unilaterally told to vacate earlier without...

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Can a landlord sell the home I'm renting without notifying me prior to signing my lease?

You have something called tenant's rights of possession by virtue of your lease - which generally means that the new owner takes the property...