Yes, you are entitled to seek rent through the date of the eviction. NC evictions are handled in small claims court in the county in which the...

Can you break a small claims into 2 pieces?

Yes, you can break up the eviction process into multiple lawsuits. You obviously wouldn't know if there is damage until you can get in. However,...

Tenant is past due many months.

The only legal way to remove a tenant is through court process via an eviction. You cannot order a tenant out and then move in if they are still...

I am wanting to get out of my current lease and move into my house that I am buying.

You have received some sound advice. I just wanted to address your statement about a "termination penalty". The simplest way to think of a lease...

My landlord put court papers in for breach of contract. Can I pay my back rent before my court date?

If you have been sued for an eviction (summary ejectment) and have received a complaint and summons it may be too late to be able to pay your rent...

Do I need to reply to debt buyer attorney b/4 legal action taken per NC Consumer Economic Recovery Act of 2009 provisions?

No matter what you do or don't do, they can still file a lawsuit. I don't know who you are and have no claim against you but I could file a...

My name is on the deed and not the home loan. can I walk away from the home ant not be on a foreclosure if my ex lets loan repo?

If your name is on the deed, they can still take the home and as Mr. Love explained you would be served with legal papers related to the...

Ready to file Small claims against tenant. Late fee is $ 15.00.. how i calculate days not paid (30-70) $15.00 or 5% x amt owned

I agree with Mr. Love. You don't calculate late fees on a daily basis. You get one per month. If they have been late twice then you can ask for...

I agree with Mr. Love. A daily late fee is not legal in NC. In fact, the entire late fee provision may be unenforceable due to the daily late fee...

Previous tenant did not pay water and gas and left.

I don't know why the city or gas company haven't shut off the utilities. Ultimately the responsibility for the utilities falls on either the...