Do I need to pay out my contract?

I agree with the previous answer. If you do try to simply "walk away" from the property, you will want to remove all of your property and make it...

I'm wondering about tenants rights in regards to entry by landlord/property manager.

I agree with this previous answer. Moreover, a window of time isn't really notice. I would argue that if he provides you notice that he is coming...

Go back to the lease and carefully review the terms with an attorney. I have seen late fees continue to accrue on "all amounts due under the...

I co-own a property and I am told I can transfer my interest in the property to the other co-owner and put a lien on the propert

I agree with the other answers. The only benefit that a lien or deed of trust would give you would be the foreclosure rights. It may be better for...

Landlord misrepresentation... any legal recourse?

I agree with the previous answer. I will add that when your landlord enters into an agreement to send the bills to you, he or she has an...

Can I get my deposit back if my rental app isn't approved yet? I already signed the lease.

Once you sign the lease you are probably obligated to fulfill the terms. Moreover, the application may or may not be a part of your acceptance of...

Do i have to pay for the resident living there to clean?

I would add to the previous answer that you really have two options: go clean it up, or wait and see if they decide to sue you. If they do bring...

There is a computer "fraud" statute in Utah's criminal code: See Utah Code 76-6-703. You could go through this and read it, but as my colleagues...

Why other than safety do i need to install a hand railing on a house if i am the sole occupant

Besides your own safety, you should consider the issue of premises liability. If someone visits you in your home and is injured, liability could...

Do I have any legal rights in an eviction proceeding if I am not named on the lease. If not am I responsible for any debt owing?

I agree with the previous answer. Your boyfriend will probably have to negotiate with the Landlord. In fact, if you are not on the lease, but are...