In my experience, sending checks via regular mail is a routine practice. In many situations, you can send via certified mail with tracking that...

A last months' rent deposit does not determine what the last month of rent actually costs. A "last month's rent deposit" could potentially be more...

How long do I have to file in small claims court after moving out? Its been a year and the real estate wont give us our deposit

The statute of limitations for most landlord-tenant actions is one year from when the cause of action first came into existence. You will want to...

I have mold all over a rental, walls, floors, around windows,making us sick, do i have a case?

This is serious, and your landlord may owe you a LOT of money. But you need to gather the right sort of evidence to connect the home's water...

My commercial landlord has accused me of meth use, demanded UA (I said no), and wants me out in 3 weeks. What are my rights?

The first place to look for information about your rights is your commercial rental agreement. You should take that document to a qualified...

There's nothing wrong with a landlord charging for the time they spend cleaning up, or repairing, after a tenant moves out. But the hourly rate and...

There's no doubt about it - it is illegal for a landlord to charge excessive move-out charges. That having been said, the question is: "What...

Do I need a lawyer?

Without a doubt, you need a lawyer. Although what you did may have seemed harmless, or even kind, at the time, your actions may have implicated a...

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Old landlord retired new lady takes over trys saying I owe from 2013! If I pay it by 8/11/14 I won't be charged a late fee!

There is nothing wrong with your landlord giving you a 72-hour notice if you are 7 days late. I assume "7 days late" means that it's at least the...

If you have been given a 60 day eviction notice, can the owner/landlord issue you a separate 72 hour notice?

Absolutely - if a landlord gives a 60-day notice of termination without stated cause, that has no effect on the landlord's ability to also issue a...