How can I pay an unjust charge by my landlord now but make sure he has to refund the charge when I move out?

You can't. He cannot lawfully charge you for repairs needed as the result of ordinary wear and tear. He can legitimately charge you for repairs...

Should I take my sister to court in order to get her to move out?

You are simply in error when you say Oregon law will not let your mother kick your sister out. She can but she, as the home owner, has to be the...

Normally a tenant is entitled to be able to lock their personal area but the landlord is entitled to have a key. However, other issues may come...

How can I find a family law attorney in the Hillsboro, OR area that provides pro bono services or works on a sliding scale?

You can call the Oregon State Bar Association's Modest Means Attorney referral service to get names/phone numbers of attorneys in your area who...

I gave 30 days notice on the 20th of August and am wondering if I can legally prorate my rent?

If you have given written notice that you are terminating the lease prior to the end of September, then yes, you can pro-rate the rent you pay in...

By "eviction notice" I presume you really mean a 30 day no cause termination of tenancy notice and it will be fine assuming the notice is properly...

Can I get my security deposit back? We have not taken possession of rental property.

Much depends upon the exact wording and provisions in your lease. Is there an early termination penalty fee provision (usually 1 1/2 months rent)?...

Being evicted while I'm the caretaker

See a local landlord-tenant attorney. NOW!

The manger dnt like me to the aparments

There is no where near enough information here to be able to tell you anything specific to your situation. Are you on a month to month tenancy? Or...

After 5+ years of stay as tenant should i paint the wall and fix 2 decade old furniture in kitchen?

No, unless your lease specifically allows it (and I have never seen one that did - why would the landlord allow that?), you cannot use your...