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Who do I owe? The landlord gave me an extension to pay last month's . One week later she sold the building. Do I still owe
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Answered on June 22, 2016
Lease payments are due to the property owner. Your previous landlord and your new landlord should have addressed and accounted for this as part of...
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When a property manager recommends a necessary repair be made to a property and the owner won't approve, what should be done???
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Answered on June 22, 2016
Document, document, document the steps you took and the recommendations you made to the owner. As you have already identified, it is about "CYA." ...
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Which is easier for a landlord to evict?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
For the usual eviction reasons (non-payment of rent, criminal activity, violation of the lease agreement) the term will not matter. The only...
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Can I break my lease if my neighbor tried to sell me drugs?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
Control of the creepy neighbor is not within the landlord's duties. It does not give you a reason to break the lease. Your options to deal with...
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Can I break my (very informal) renal agreement without a penalty?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
A review of (even informal) paperwork is needed as to termination provisions. In the absence of a clear provision you likely are going to be...
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Can I still become a lawyer with a possession and paraphernalia charge on my juvenile record?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
No, you did not completely mess up your chances. You just added a little extra step on your part. The key is that you should be up front in...
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Can son take father's gift to grandson after father's death?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
1 - Is there documentation that the Pontiac was gifted to Houston? If the car title was transferred to Houston's name then he is the owner.
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How many months do I have to be in Idaho tell I can get a emancipation
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Answered on June 22, 2016
Idaho does not provide for emancipation for your situation. You are a minor until you are 18. If the situation can not be resolved cooperatively...
Can a land owner close or lock a gate across a road/easement?
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Answered on June 22, 2016
The short answer is that yes the land owner likely can close and/or lock the gate across an easement. However, the land owner would need to...
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How would I go about suing a state prison?
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Answered on June 21, 2016
You need to consult with an attorney immediately to advise you as to the proper course and options for filing a claim. Suing a state prison is not...