Leasing Issue?

There are many different possible answers to your question, which would require more information. Here is a simple response: paying two weeks rent...

Can a landlord charge me for replacing the carpets just for having a cat?

The manager is beyond off base. There are almost zero circumstances when a tenant can be charged 100% of carpet replacement. Based on the facts in...

The best way to avoid the problems Mr Stimmel describes is to immediately sit down with landlord and work things out. If you are honest, and...

Tenants rights

What you describe is crazy and wrong. Don't let that creep back in. Call a senior asset manager in the corporate office to report and object to...

The owner has the right to restrict changes a tenant makes to the interior of an apartment, including security measures. But the facts here seem...

Do I have a case against my prospective landlord?

There's way too much going on in your question to deal with in an open forum. But here is my short response: A reputable landlord will honor the...

How can I break a lease to take care of my 96 year old paternal grandmother?

You can't "break" your lease without costs. The way to limit costs is to request that your landlord cancel the lease for a payment (like two months...

Can I collect my unused rent from a self-storage company if they have refused to do this in our original contract?

It's not possible to answer with 100% confidence without seeing your contract. However, generally speaking, such a provision is enforceable in a...

What can I do about a breach of contract between landlord and tenant?

No, do not repair and deduct on these facts. Instead, follow my colleague's suggestions, and advise landlord you expect a full rent credit from the...

Do I need to return buyers money if they don't get a lease with the landlord for a retail store?

What does the sales contract say? Looking at the contract would be just the start in answering your question. It sounds like you're trying to...