Deposit does not cover the damage that the tenants caused to my rental property. How do I collect the rest of my money?

I agree with Mr. Moss' advice, but also suggest that you move ahead with the repairs, especially since the ex-tenants might have a defense to at...

What should I do if the landlord is charging me attorney fees ($800) but my contract says I should not be charged more than $500

I haven't read the lease, but the $500 cap for attorney fees would normally not apply to court costs, and the court filing fees for an unlawful...

My husband says he'll give me the house. How do I make sure of that in the legal papers?

I am re-posting this under family law.

I will re-post this under personal injury, and suggest that you and your daughter promptly consult a local personal injury attorney. However, the...

Can a landlord give someone a 30 day eviction notice because they are the only person on their lease and they've spouse in

It sounds like you may have a valid defense to the eviction and a possible basis for seeking damages based on the landlord's illegal discrimination...

Does an incomplete 3 day pay or quit make it invalid?

I suggest you start over. The notice requirements are strictly applied, and in addition to the mistakes you mentioned, it sounds like the notice...

Can I ask my tenant to provide additional security deposit for damages I have seen?

If he is on a lease, you are generally stuck with the terms - including the amount of the security deposit - until the lease expires. If you...

Can an eviction notice be retracted?

There should usually be no problem, especially since the tenants presumably suffered no actionable damages from receiving the informal notice.

Can I limit to use of my townhome to a tenant I'm evicting

If shared use of the common areas was included in the tenancy, then you would risk possible claims of wrongful eviction, etc. if you barred...

Unless the City has red-tagged the units, and ordered the tenants to vacate immediately, the tenants are entitled to at least 30-60 days notice,...