Not only do I agree with attorney Straus, I can tell you that failure to acquire expert help negotiating retail leases is a principle cause of...

Sure, landlord "can" try to charge you for smells that your cat may have caused. It is unfortunate you did not insist on having the odor eradicated...

Is discoloration of granite from 4 years of use, with no sealing during that time, considered damage?

This question has been here before. It is not "illegal" for landlord to try to recover costs for damages to counter-tops. A ton of facts not in...

Can i take out my name from lease?

If you fear for your safety, you can get out of the lease by providing 30 days written notice to landlord. Contact a tenant’s rights group in...

What steps do I take to evict my 22 yr old son from my home who lives hear for free a.s.a.p.?

The answer to your last question is no. You can’t throw son out without legal process, and you want to avoid that if possible. You face a...

Is it possible for landlord to deduct roach infestation from security deposit?

The deduction is not “illegal.” Whether or not it’s valid depends on the facts. However, unless there’s clear evidence you created conditions that...

How long do I have before I must vacate after being served a 3 day pay or quit notice?

What can you do? 1. Pay the rent. 2.Own your mistake. 3. Apologize and work things out. Landlord can’t throw you out without legal process....

What is the formal process associated with having an individual move out of my home who rents a room?

Two suggestions. 1. If you want this person to leave quickly, without legal problems, offer to refund a month’s rent if she moves out immediately....

Am I legally required to sign a SUBORDINATION, NON-DISTURBANCE AND ATTORNMENT AGREEMENT with my office building's new Lender?

Commercial leases typically require tenants to do so. No one would get financing for commercial buildings without them. Get help from an...

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