I won a Civil Judgment against a tenant, for damages to our property, She filed chapter 7, do I have to pay that money back?

Damage caused to rental property are actually an exception to discharge in a chapter 7. You will need to file a complaint seeking an order...

I live in Michigan and my husband recently passed away. There is no Estate. Do I have to respond to several debt collectors.

If they are third party debt collectors you may have a claim against them under fair debt collections practices act. They should have been sent a...

You can keep security deposit per the lease and if damages exceed what's on hand, you must take them to court. In Michigan a tenant must give...

Heat during an eviction

You have a case against your landlord under Michigan's lock out law which provides deprivation of essential services such as heat is tantamount to...

I am renting a house and my landlord said he is letting it go back to the bank in which i have a lease until may 1 2015.

You should pay attention to notices being posted as required by law notifying you of date sale is scheduled. At sale, right to accelerate the...

I am in a land contract, and now the bank is telling me the seller is in default, do I have any rights?

You have rights, most are outlined in the land contract. It is ill advised to record the land contract but put it in a place for safe keeping...

Where do i go to find out the rules and regulations for renting out my house in brighton mi 48116

There should be only one caveat. It's whether the city requires an occupancy permit. Some do and some don't but be sure to check that out. All...

Your case will continue until the happening of (a) you reach your commitment period or (b) duly claims are paid in full. Therefore, you won't see...

I am disabled. I had landlord who wouldn't fix my kitchen ceiling that fell down on me. and my food. what can I do?

Michigan's Lock Out Law creates a cause of action where tenants of rental real estate are deprived of possession. Water has been deemed a...

If they don't own the property they lack standing to bring suit. However, you should contact an attorney to see if defenses apply. From the sound...