Questions answered by Stephen Samuel Messutta

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Any criminal implications for lying about former landlord in rental application?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

You may be able to evict on grounds of her fraudulently inducing you into the lease, so that the lease is voided as though it never existed, as...

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100 unit apartment building, that has 2 side doors. How can we get locks, but on those doors, so we can enter the building.

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

These doors very possibly represent a security issue for your safety, and the landlord has the final say on that unless there is a building...

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Normal wear and tear

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

Based on what you've said, much of this does not sound like normal use or normal wear and tear for 2 years of occupancy. You should first repair...

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How do I remove an eviction on my record that was put on in error. My name was on the lease that I did not sign. (fraud)

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

What "record"? If your "friend" won't help you fix this situation, then still if you mean court records and you never had a chance to defend...

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Are homeowner associations allowed to vary and change rules from one household to another?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

Ask them under what authority they are requiring this change. There may have been old rules, or even a governmentally approved scheme when the...

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The weekend after we moved into the rental home the whole street that we live on flooded. Can we get out of this lease?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

If this is the area that just got slammed with flooding, there is FEMA money (or was) and if the owner of the home didn't apply, or if you didn't...

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What rights do I have if the person next to my apartments smokes and the smoke enters my apartment?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 07, 2010

If there are certain businesses, day care centers or other operations in the building, (retail ground floor?) or if any units are rented out like...

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When 2 people are power of attorney and it says on the document we will act together as one what does that mean

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 06, 2010

WIthout seeing the actual language it's impossible to say for sure, but usually one of two things. When 2 people "share" power, it could mean that...

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Can I once again be countered with a higher price or are they legally obligated to accept my offer above listing price?

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 06, 2010

Until a prospective seller and buyer agree on a price (among other things), there is no obligation to accept an offer, or to make a...

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Will my inheritance be consumed by the State? (part two)

Stephen's answer | Answered on September 03, 2010

This is too confusing. First, where did mom live? CA? If so then any assets that REQUIRE probate but are located in NJ would require "ancillary"...

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Any criminal implications for lying about former landlord in rental application?

100 unit apartment building, that has 2 side doors. How can we get locks, but on those doors, so we can enter the building.

Normal wear and tear

How do I remove an eviction on my record that was put on in error. My name was on the lease that I did not sign. (fraud)

Are homeowner associations allowed to vary and change rules from one household to another?

The weekend after we moved into the rental home the whole street that we live on flooded. Can we get out of this lease?

What rights do I have if the person next to my apartments smokes and the smoke enters my apartment?

When 2 people are power of attorney and it says on the document we will act together as one what does that mean

Can I once again be countered with a higher price or are they legally obligated to accept my offer above listing price?

Will my inheritance be consumed by the State? (part two)