Landlord has given me a Notice to Quit - What does the word Tenancy mean? I'm a single working mother & need more time to move.

With the expiration of your previous lease term, unless the lease automatically renewed, you will likely be on a month to month tenancy. A month...

Can I tell him to leave the premises or do I have to get an eviction notice. Can I get a 3 day eviction notice?

You can evict your tenant based on failure to pay rent or you can simply terminate the month to month tenancy. Either way starts with a proper...

Is there a local law stating who would be responsible to clear snow and to keep the means of shared egress in a safe condition?

Is there a law stating who is responsible for snow and ice removal? No. Many leases put this responsibility on the tenant. Should a neighbor...

Landlord wants me to leave - gave notice by text message tonight, can she do that?

Is notice via text or email valid? This is questionable, unless the lease specifically allows it. However, actual notice may prevail. Unless the...

Do I really owe for the additional months if I paid a fee to break the lease?

The fee is likely unenforceable, potentially creating grounds for treble damages under the security deposit act. If you wish to pursue this you...

There is a method by which a tenant may withhold rent to remedy dangerous conditions in the leased premises. But, this must be done properly after...

Do I need a landlord tenant lawyer?

Once the three day notice expires your landlord no longer has an obligation to accept your rent payment. He certainly has no obligation to accept...

Breaking the lease, damages from a criminal act

If your landlord is charging you for pre-existing damages, you should dispute the charge with the landlord.

We have a lease with one LLC, condos sold to new, (Different), LLC. Is our lease still valid? We want out.

Is your lease still valid? Yes. Generally, the new owner steps into the shoes of the original owner/landlord. The sale of the property does not...

Do I need to pay for extra month of rent and renew lease or no?

If you are active duty you have some protections WRT breaking the lease, i.e. Military Clause etc. If you lease has a stated end date you should...