Questions answered by Shawn B Alexander

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Landlord did not provide inspection report as required under OCGA 44-7-35 and took our security deposit. Can we sue?

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

From your facts it sounds as if you may have a case, the landlord breached his own lease and the statute. Did you give the landlord written notice...

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Money for damages withheld from security deposit. Can that money be used for a purpose other than replacement of damaged item?

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

The amount of damage is set by the actual damage. If you choose to use the money for something else then you have been compensated for the table,...

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I want to walk away from my home and not owe it havent payed mortgage for 5 years

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

I agree with the previous answer and if you can put the property up for a short sale you would be in a better position. Good Luck

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I am wondering if my landlord may need to paint the interior of my apartment.

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

I agree with the previous answer and you could always ask the landlord to paint, however there is no requirement and since you have been the...

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I have a water heat that is less then three years old. It started leaking recently, especially after the tenants take a shower.

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

I agree with the previous answer and it is your responsibility, unless the tenants physically damaged the heater. You may find the unit is under...

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Signing Home Loan Contract For 30YR Term - Question....

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

Demand time for legal review before signing. No reputable lender or escrow company will deny you time but you must ask for it, some companies will...

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Can we get out of Contract for new home? We signed for a new home construction, We are supposed to close the home in 2 weeks.

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

I agree with the previous excellent answers. If you have a construction issue with quality or completion your would normally address the issue in a...

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As a renter sustaining total loss, should one give detailed written information to Fire Investigator, or lawyer be present.

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 04, 2015

You should have a lawyer present. Goof Off is highly flammable and there be a claim of negligence if you used it around a stove. You didn't state...

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Can you break lease without any penalties because of purchasing a home?

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 04, 2015

I agree with the previous answer and compared to getting sued for breaching a lease a termination settlement or just paying rent is a bargain. You...

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Who should i contact or how do i handle damage to property due to a neighbor placing a barrier in the ground causing water hydro

Shawn's answer | Answered on January 04, 2015

If your neighbor put in drains on or near a wetland and you have an issue , you could call code enforcement to start. Make sure you do not have any...

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Landlord did not provide inspection report as required under OCGA 44-7-35 and took our security deposit. Can we sue?

Money for damages withheld from security deposit. Can that money be used for a purpose other than replacement of damaged item?

I want to walk away from my home and not owe it havent payed mortgage for 5 years

I am wondering if my landlord may need to paint the interior of my apartment.

I have a water heat that is less then three years old. It started leaking recently, especially after the tenants take a shower.

Signing Home Loan Contract For 30YR Term - Question....

Can we get out of Contract for new home? We signed for a new home construction, We are supposed to close the home in 2 weeks.

As a renter sustaining total loss, should one give detailed written information to Fire Investigator, or lawyer be present.

Can you break lease without any penalties because of purchasing a home?

Who should i contact or how do i handle damage to property due to a neighbor placing a barrier in the ground causing water hydro