Can I use my security deposit for last months rent?

As attorney Lioulian writes, if you have a written lease, it no doubt prohibits you from applying deposit to last month's rent. It does that to...

The good news is your neighbor loves dogs, too. You just need help having a constructive conversation. Launching your question with a judgment...

If you have 4 title owners on a residential property for purposes of flipping, do all owners receive any money?

Be grateful for problem like this! The inference from your facts is that in-law wants to share "profits" with their offspring and mate. It would be...

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Can we retrieve our property from our tenants room or do we call the cops?

No - you really should deal with tenant first, then the property. To protect your interests. If by some miracle she becomes cooperative, and...

Is this lgal , if not ; can my friend call the police and have them removed ?

This is an ugly situation. You are kind to investigate on his behalf. But I agree with Mr Lange; there's more going on here than what appears. Hard...

Why would he request damages if the place hasn't been damaged? Can he jump to an eviction if I haven't recieved a 3day notice?

If you really want to solve your problem, pick up the phone and call landlord. Use of texts to discuss lease or business matters should be...

Can I still charge her for the full rent legally? Is prorate my decision and not the tenants?

These messy roommate situations can be a disaster for everyone. While a review of all facts and documents would be necessary to really help you,...

How much of these fees can be negotiated and if so about how much should I try too offer them.

It's tough going into the hole and hard to dig out. What you need is a re-framed dialogue with management, and a workable plan that both you and...

Can I get the owner to give me my deductible for my damages which I'm going to claim on my Renter's Insurance?? It's $500!

What's your lease say about property damage from a water leak? Typically, it requires tenants to insure against such losses, and relieved landlord...

How can she get out of this contract? Does she have other options?

There is no easy answer to this dilemma, unless everyone, all parties, cooperate. The landlord's position is valid. If boyfriend & new...