Questions answered by Roger Anthony Moss

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Can I throw away a tenant's property?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

Don't throw anything away. Consult with an eviction attorney ASAP. You need a strategy here, and should be caution until you do. Chances are...

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Am I responsible for rent if I'm on the lease even though I don't live there.

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

Yes. And the landlord can sue you for all the rent if the other 3 don't pay. Better get your name off lease. How is it you moved out "before...

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Can I be charged for the whole lock if I only lost the key?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

Object in writing. Suggest they charge the expense to their acquisitions due diligence expenses, since they dropped ball. What cheapskates.

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How do i get my previous tenant to pay for damages and cleaning over his damage deposit.

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

When did he move out? You must provide security deposit deductions letter, and demand for excess damages, within 21 days of tenant departure. Send...

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Can a text message be considered for a lease extension

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

1. Never text about important things. Texts may be used as evidence, but they are not legal notices. 2. I don't believe this exchange created a...

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I just broke up with my live-in boyfriend of 14 yrs. He's threatening to stay & not help pay rent. What are my options?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 03, 2016

You're in a terrible situation. You can legally evict him, which is a process that you do not want to do with someone living with you. It is always...

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When a legal document is altered is it still legally binding?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 01, 2016

If the document contains conflicting info it is defective. Go talk to manager, and be cooperative if you want to stay in your rental. They have to...

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Can I break my lease? My landlord entered my house without permission while I was home alone. No notice or call just walked in.

Roger's answer | Answered on September 01, 2016

Um, did you ask him not to come in without knocking? Seriously, it may have been an innocent mistake. You and roommates should talk to landlord and...

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Can you evict someone for smoking marijuana in a common space in an apartment building?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 01, 2016

Has it occurred to you to simply advise tenants in writing that the common areas are nonsmoking? And that violating the rules is a breach of the...

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What should I do if my landlord didn't provide my deposit within 21 days and when they did, it was less than the amount paid?

Roger's answer | Answered on September 01, 2016

Don't quibble over one day on the notice. And given all the confusion you describe, you probably should move on and take some lessons from the...

Roger Anthony Moss's Answers (6299)

Can I throw away a tenant's property?

Am I responsible for rent if I'm on the lease even though I don't live there.

Can I be charged for the whole lock if I only lost the key?

How do i get my previous tenant to pay for damages and cleaning over his damage deposit.

Can a text message be considered for a lease extension

I just broke up with my live-in boyfriend of 14 yrs. He's threatening to stay & not help pay rent. What are my options?

When a legal document is altered is it still legally binding?

Can I break my lease? My landlord entered my house without permission while I was home alone. No notice or call just walked in.

Can you evict someone for smoking marijuana in a common space in an apartment building?

What should I do if my landlord didn't provide my deposit within 21 days and when they did, it was less than the amount paid?