Could you help us and give advice?

Rent increases are not allowed if you have a lease. If you are month to month you are entitled to 30 days notice before the increase is effective. ...

What should I do now?

It sounds as if the property is abandoned and as a landlord you can give notice or enter under the apparent abandonment. I have add links to both...

Can I back out of the lease before moving in and getting approved by the building?

I agree with the previous answers and you should get help right away. The landlord should get written notice of your intent ASAP to allow the unit...

New neighbors downstairs are smoking in a complex with non-smoking rules in the lease.

Notice to the landlord must be in writing ( paper and pen) to trigger a breach of the lease if there is no cure. Send a letter or hand deliver the...

What happens to a foreclosure of a condo and who is responsible for paying the condo dues

It will depend on a few factors such as, did the association has filed a lien and if the former owner filed bankruptcy and other factors. Good Luck

In the State of Arizona can a landlord charge you late fees if he requires you to mail the rent and it takes a long time?

Most rental agreements and leases specify the landlord must receive the rent on or before the first. Some leases will not charge a late fee until...

Most rental agreements and leases specify the landlord must receive the rent on or before the first. Some leases will not charge a late fee until...

Do you believe that I am entitled to take legal action against my landlord?

Give the landlord written notice of the defects according to your lease or rental agreement. If the problems are not corrected promptly use the...

What other recourse do I have against the contractor? Also how do I remove a mechanics lien if he actually filed it?

I agree with the previous excellent answer and you will need help. Use the find a lawyer tab above to get help. You can also get bids or estimates...

I agree with the previous answers and use the find a lawyer tab above to get help from a real estate lawyer locally. In most sales it is up to the...