How many nights can my boyfriend spend at my rental? What is considered "reasonable"?

We were told in law school that one of the best words in the English language is "reasonable" - it guaranteed employment for at least two...

My landlord & I never did a lease agreement or rental contract, just a letter sign. He just gave me 3day notice! What i can do?

If there is a letter saying he is renting the property to you and how much the monthly rent is, you have a lease. Maybe not much of one, but a...

Being charge to replace 19+ yr old carpet, I lived there for 4 yrs. Is this reasonable?

That is outrageous. No Judge in Oregon would allow them to get away with that and would probably award you twice the amount of your security...

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In my job they put a sign on the microwave that says "please dont heat food with strong smell". Is this legal?

No, they can't tell you what to eat or not. But neither are they obligated to provide you with a microwave to begin with. If they elect to allow...

How to handle an increasing water bill with a co-owner?

Fast and cheap answer - work it out with the other owner. Possible solution - raise each unit's rent enough to cover 1/4 of the average water...

Does my leasing agency have the right to charge me for damages, after they tried to gain access to house with no one home?

Talk with a local landlord-tenant attorney. Here in Oregon, the landlord has to provide at least 24 hours advance written notice of intent to...

I own my apt but people above me rent and they make abnormal and ridiculous noise? Can I take legal action against them?

While I agree with Ms. Sargeant's response, if it was me, I would also try to involve their landlord, the actual owner of that unit. It most...

Re no smoking in 4 family apartment: can we sue?

The landlord is arguably breaching your lease by not stopping the others from smoking. I certainly agree that your best move is to consult with a...

Partial rent acceptance during 3 day eviction & loss of $1100 deposit.

First, thank you for your service to our country - it IS appreciated. You need to consult with a local landlord-tenant lawyer immediately. Many...

I found roaches in my Apartment the same day I moved in I wasn't able to stay because there were so many. Can I break my lease?

You don't say whether it is a month to month or term lease - breaking a month to month is normally easier and cheaper. Unless you can get the...