What do we do when our tenants change the locks without notice and owe three months rent at least

You evict them. Unless the tenants agree to leave, which they apparently won’t', it is the only option open to you. The process can take...

Landlords held to a higher standard of decency.

I think not. LL has a contractual obligation to tenants that is true and you are correct. Passersby have no contractual obligation, that is...

Notice to terminate tenant tenancy

If she is holding over in the apartment, without a lease agreement in place, depending on what the original lease said regarding termination, you...

Can my roommates take me to court?

Who is theatening--the new owner of the property, or the other girls? I doubt either party would go to small claims over $28. It costs more in...

WHAT DO I NEED TO FILE A MOTION TO QUASH (IF SERVICE IS IMPROPER) NOTICE OF UNLAWFUL DETAINER?

Your county court should have a forms file available on-line--in that file should be motion to quash for improper service. 'Winning' that motion...

MY landlord of my complex refuses to hire a professional EXTERMINATOR, Is this considered aiding the infestation?

LL is certainly not hurting the infestation. It does appear that LL failing to comply with state laws regarding his/her landlord responsibilities...

Military Spouses Residency Relief Act

Yes, you can become a Michigan resident when you two transfer back. The implication will tax based--you'll no longer pay NC state income taxes, or...

Who do i talk to?

You have two reporting options inside the military fenceline - restricted reporting and unrestricted reporting. 1) Restricted reporting lets a...

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Can I deduct damages from my rent?

In many states, tenants may withhold rent (or deduct damages) when conditions affecting health and safety remain unfixed--in such cases, the local...

My landlord has wired the house so he and neighbors can spy on me, an ex-offender and police ignore my complaints.

If you can substantiate your claim with evidence (real evidence) not mere claims, you might have a strong case against your landlord and you would...