What can I do if my roommate tries to walk out on a signed lease without paying the rest of their portion?

It is unfair. Assuming the two of you are both signors on the lease your landlord has two tenants who are each responsible for the total of the...

Can I break my lease?

Water damage, not a water leak? No other issues except for unsightly sheetrock? Unless you can make a reasonable claim of breach of the...

Can a landlord accept partial payment after filing an evictionand stillgo throughwith the eviction

Dependent upon the actual facts, your payment is likely a defense which would cause the Judge to rule against the Landlord in an eviction hearing. ...

Tenant Law in Colorado - Security Deposit

Your landlord has at least 30 days and possibly 60 days (depending upon your lease) to comply with the Colorado Security Deposit Act. However,...

What is my recourse when charged over $10,000 in rental repairs by property mgr, after 4.5 years? Even charged for light bulbs.

Is $10,000 in charges proper? It is impossible to tell from this forum. The question is, "did your former landlord charge you for repairs to...

Do we still have to pay?

Do you have to pay the Landlord's Demand? Yes and No...Yes, if he takes the case to court and proves his damages. Do you have a claim/defense...

Is it illegal for a landlord to enter my apartment without notice?

You'll have to read your lease. Most apartment leases allow the staff to enter your apartment without notice.

I agree with Mr. Murillo's assessment of a Warranty of Habitability defense. I also contend that you may be able to convince a court that you...

Are we going to be held responsible for the 30 days of rent we will not be living at our apartment?

If you delivered notice and can prove it you have a great defense. If you have no proof then the issue is who will the judge believe or will the...

What can we do about a home rental scam?

Since you probably do not want to be involved with this guy for the duration of a lease, you should move to getting your money back. That may...