Questions answered by Larry E. Powe

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What rights does a landlord or maintenance man have to enter my apartment especially when they don't fix anything?

Larry's answer | Answered on September 25, 2015

Do it iall in writing, email, snail mail or fax, and keep a copy of every communication you make. You need to provide access to the landlord or...

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Fraud upon the court in foreclosure litigation

Larry's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

Arguing fraud and succeeding at an argument alleging fraud are 2 different things. That is a very high and strict standard. All the burden is...

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I received a bill from my landlord saying that I owe $140 for back pet fee.

Larry's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

This appears to be a strong argument for you. The written agreement between landlord and tenant, as memorialized in writing, typically using the...

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Lease Break help. The landlord is saying I will have to pay 2 months rent but see the description below. I am confused why.

Larry's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

Two months notice means that you will be vacating 60 days from the date you give notice and, thus, you will be obligated for paying those 2 months...

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What are my rights as a tenant when I was rented that is not habitable?

Larry's answer | Answered on September 24, 2015

Whether you can up and leave without lease liability is determined by review of the lease terms and conditions. Has the landlord breached any of...

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Do I still have a say in my dad's trust if I sign off and make my brother PR??

Larry's answer | Answered on September 23, 2015

WIth the facts and concerns as you describe, I STRONGLY recommend that you not renounce serving as PR along with your brother. The logistics of...

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Forced to sign 6 mo arbitration agreement right before company began laying off people. I, on the other hand, was fired.

Larry's answer | Answered on September 23, 2015

See an employment lawyer immediately. The statute of limitations is much shorter than you think for certain causes of action. Do not dally.

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Can a simple contract be drawn up now and does the potential new owner have to uphold the contract (keep me as a tenant)?

Larry's answer | Answered on September 23, 2015

"Simple contract"? For what? I assume you want to stop the landlord from selling to your "first floor" competitor. You have invested capital...

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Tenant. I am a tenant and the freezer part of the refrigerator is not working. Is the landlord required to fix?

Larry's answer | Answered on September 23, 2015

Sure appears like it. The behavior of the landlord (i.e. having a technician sent out) appears to be an admission of that position, too. Good luck.

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Real estate questions

Larry's answer | Answered on September 22, 2015

This is a very stressful time for the family. My condolences. If your MIL does not have an estate plan, in place, you should urge that...

Larry E. Powe's Answers (5445)

What rights does a landlord or maintenance man have to enter my apartment especially when they don't fix anything?

Fraud upon the court in foreclosure litigation

I received a bill from my landlord saying that I owe $140 for back pet fee.

Lease Break help. The landlord is saying I will have to pay 2 months rent but see the description below. I am confused why.

What are my rights as a tenant when I was rented that is not habitable?

Do I still have a say in my dad's trust if I sign off and make my brother PR??

Forced to sign 6 mo arbitration agreement right before company began laying off people. I, on the other hand, was fired.

Can a simple contract be drawn up now and does the potential new owner have to uphold the contract (keep me as a tenant)?

Tenant. I am a tenant and the freezer part of the refrigerator is not working. Is the landlord required to fix?

Real estate questions