Questions answered by Kellan Richard Martz

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I need help with property managers for damages to my apartment.

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

You need to retain an attorney to assist you. The first step is a demand letter for them to cover the damages or to use their insurance to pay it. ...

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Tenant's check bounced, do I need to mention it in the 3-day notice to pay rent/quit or just to attach a copy of the NSF check?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

You need to provide a sufficient basis for the 3 day notice so that the tenant is aware of what is going on. You can only go to court after based...

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I've been served with an unlawful detainer. How long can I delay the process?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

I do not advise an eviction company. An unlawful detainer is a complicated and quick process. Speak with an attorney to advise you on your rights...

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How do i get my spouse's name off the title after we are already divorced?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

What was called for in the divorce agreement?

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Will my sister be able to kick me out of my father's house without her being owner of it?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

Explain more in detail please. How is she involved? You typically can't be kicked out without proper and legal notice.

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Can the landlord of the property I'm renting break the lease and evict us to sell their property?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 21, 2017

No this is not legal. You are entitled to the lease dates already set in place. The seller can sell the property and the new owners must also...

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Hi, Are there good contract templates to use for drafting an agreement between a master tenant and a subtenant?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 17, 2017

You should invest in an attorney to help you, especially with this being a rent controlled apartment. It's much cheaper to have a lease drafted by...

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How can I get my personal belongings along with personal documents?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 15, 2017

Sorry to hear you're in this situation and I can understand the need to get these items back. You may need an attorney to assist you, starting...

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If I get a roommate in a house that I co-own with my father-in-law, what will their (the tenant's) rights be?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 13, 2017

A roommate is not necessarily a bad thing, if you do your homework and have an attorney prepare a strong lease, etc. You also need to make sure...

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What can I do to ensure that I have no liabilities against me when renting out a house with a pool?

Kellan's answer | Answered on March 13, 2017

You can do many things to remove your risk, but it won't go away entirely. A person can sue for almost anything. The other attorneys are correct...

Kellan Richard Martz's Answers (1188)

I need help with property managers for damages to my apartment.

Tenant's check bounced, do I need to mention it in the 3-day notice to pay rent/quit or just to attach a copy of the NSF check?

I've been served with an unlawful detainer. How long can I delay the process?

How do i get my spouse's name off the title after we are already divorced?

Will my sister be able to kick me out of my father's house without her being owner of it?

Can the landlord of the property I'm renting break the lease and evict us to sell their property?

Hi, Are there good contract templates to use for drafting an agreement between a master tenant and a subtenant?

How can I get my personal belongings along with personal documents?

If I get a roommate in a house that I co-own with my father-in-law, what will their (the tenant's) rights be?

What can I do to ensure that I have no liabilities against me when renting out a house with a pool?