Should I include punitive damages in the SC-100 form

I defer to my friend Jethro, who is a litigator. But I'd drop reference to "punitive", and simply request bad faith withholding penalties, which...

Did I exercise my lease option?

The answer depends on reviewing your lease and asking some questions. It's entirely possible you are now on a monthly tenancy if original...

Can I legally be forced to leave before the time I have paid for on a month to month rental agreement?

Please see my answer to your other posting.

"All contingencies must be removed within 17 days", does it mean all contingencies will be automatically removed (passive)?

First, until there is an agreement executed by the parties, no one has to do anything. Second, the intention of the counteroffer may be muddled or...

Hello, What happens to the earnest money deposited with escrow if the buyer backs out with no good reason a few days afterward.

Your description of events isn't decipherable and should give you serious pause. It's not even clear which state your transaction originates from....

Can I legally be made to move out

Your situation is ambiguous. Clarify it. Tell manager you are staying and ask for a rental agreement in your name only. Don't wait for surprises,...

What to do if tenant refuses to power a light to a common area from their unit?

Good heavens. You don't have a legal or lease dispute here. You describe a challenge: how to resolve an unexpected issue of concern to the...

Yes, though it wouldn't hurt to get some ppaperwork done first between you and mom. A simple lease and/or a power of attorney to manage the...

Can my landlord keep part of my deposit for carpet cleaning when the carpet should have been replaced?

Object in writing. If they failed to provide security deposit letter within two weeks after you moved out, it is presumed you are entitled to a...

Don't be legalistic about this. Think about the legitimate interests of landlord and neighbors. You're helping kids in need which is...