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We rent and just got a letter stating she is getting forclosed on and it appears we have 90 days to vacate....

Evan's answer | Answered on February 02, 2013

Take a look at this information from the Tenant Resource Center: http://tenantresourcecenter.org/pc/forclosure.html

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Where can I find case studies on landlord tenant cases in Wisconsin.

Evan's answer | Answered on January 17, 2013

http://datcp.wi.gov/uploads/Consumer/pdf/UnfairRentalPracticesDetails.pdf Also, take a look at the annotations (citations) throughout these...

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What legal actions do i take if a tenant has broke a lease agreement that now leaves a bill of 2,200.

Evan's answer | Answered on December 18, 2012

I would start the eviction process immediately. When the Tenant gets served eviction papers, s/he may suddenly be willing to pay the bill. ...

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I have a tenant who is month-to-month. Can I ask her to leave? She claims I cannot. Do I have to give her a reason?

Evan's answer | Answered on December 03, 2012

I would need more information to answer your question properly. In your question, you state that the tenant is month-to-month. Is that a verbal...

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Can you stay longer if your landlord gave you a 5 day to leave eviction notice?

Evan's answer | Answered on November 21, 2012

I would add that, if you stay beyond a 5-day notice (without curing default), your landlord is entitled to double rent following the expiration of...

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Ticket rec'd in Lisbon, WI going 20 over - 66 in 45 -any way to get it dismissed/reduced so not to effect insurance?

Evan's answer | Answered on November 21, 2012

Yes, you should be able to get it reduced. I can help you with this. Give me a call or send me an email to discuss.

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If I vacate will that release me from any future lease obligations? IE, will I be responsible still for future months rent?

Evan's answer | Answered on November 13, 2012

I mostly agree with the previous answer. I would add a couple caveats: First, if you stay beyond the 5 day period without paying rent, you could...

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Do I have grounds for legal action against our Landlord?

Evan's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

Based on your question, I am assuming the landlord is charging these items against your security deposit and also alleging you owe additional...

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Due to the recent rapid deterioration of the condition of my rental property, is it possible to terminate my lease?

Evan's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

If the circumstances are as you say, you have good cause to terminate your lease and move out due to Untenantability under Wisconsin Statute 704. ...

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What does a Notice of Motion and Motion to Dismiss Foreclosure Action filing mean to me, the home owner?

Evan's answer | Answered on October 17, 2012

I agree with the previous attorney answers. If you want help with this case, please feel free to give me a call. I've represented numerous...

Evan E. Knupp's Answers (180)

We rent and just got a letter stating she is getting forclosed on and it appears we have 90 days to vacate....

Where can I find case studies on landlord tenant cases in Wisconsin.

What legal actions do i take if a tenant has broke a lease agreement that now leaves a bill of 2,200.

I have a tenant who is month-to-month. Can I ask her to leave? She claims I cannot. Do I have to give her a reason?

Can you stay longer if your landlord gave you a 5 day to leave eviction notice?

Ticket rec'd in Lisbon, WI going 20 over - 66 in 45 -any way to get it dismissed/reduced so not to effect insurance?

If I vacate will that release me from any future lease obligations? IE, will I be responsible still for future months rent?

Do I have grounds for legal action against our Landlord?

Due to the recent rapid deterioration of the condition of my rental property, is it possible to terminate my lease?

What does a Notice of Motion and Motion to Dismiss Foreclosure Action filing mean to me, the home owner?