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I am visitor at the complex and they asked for proof of my residency which I have provided. They also asked for proof my dog was a liscenced service animal which I also provided his papers and liscnese number. They responded by saying they needed medical history or a legal document proving my... View More 
answered on Jan 7, 2019
Basically - Yes they can.
The issue is not only that your dog is actually a service animal but you must also prove that you have a disability which the dog in some way alleviates.
Housing rules are slightly different from ADA rules which deals with public issues.
Can I earn real estate commissions on sales in Puerto Rico without taking there exam
answered on Jan 6, 2019
You may be able to work with a PR broker and get paid via a referral.
We rent a house in Colorado that's on 11 acres. Our landlord let's his friends, family and our neighbors come by any time they want to hunt on the land. It wouldn't be so bad, but they have to drive right by the house when they come over and it's very annoying. They even come... View More
answered on Jan 3, 2019
You will need to review your lease, or have an attorney review your lease and advise you as to your rights in this issue. The primary question will be did you lease the entire 11 acres, if so the landlord has no right to use the land unless he carved our some rights in the lease; or did you only... View More
can one draw up their own contract?
answered on Dec 22, 2018
You can use any contract that you want, but beware you are stuck with the language in the contract however good or bad it may be.
If the real estate is valuable I recommend contacting any attorney to assist you on a low flat rate for contract drafting.
I charged approximately $300 for his project. He wants me to pay him in excess of $4,000 for the costs to repair. What is the extent of my liability?
answered on Dec 19, 2018
Hopefully, your contract limits your liability. Seems unlikely that your $300 job created $4,000 in damages. If you get sued you should contact and attorney to defend you.
My understanding of Colorado law is that only the last sole survivor of a joint tenancy can be the grantor of property to a beneficiary upon his/her passing. But if one or more original owners quitclaims their portion to others within the original group of joint tenants, does the right of... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2018
The chain of title will need to be examined to definitively answer your question.
There is a likelihood based our the facts stated that the Right of Survivorship remains valid.
Resident/Homeowner running business out of house. This activity is specifically addressed in covenants and disallowed. HOA initially reported that business was in violation and that enforcement action would take place to assure compliance. HOA also stated that it was not in compliance with city... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2018
Are you ready to bring suit against the HOA to demand it enforces the covenants?
Individual known to be dangerous, is stalking my friend. He appears at the grocery store and terrifies her! He talks to her against her wishes, after she has told him to stop and leave her alone. He is a convicted felon, who has spent time in prison. He talks about having guns, is believed to be... View More
I have an existing business that is an LLC and we are moving to a new location for our business. In the new lease it calls out in our addendum for both LLC members to give a Personal Guarantee, does this negate the personal property protection that our current business LLC gives us? Should we seek... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2018
The personal guarantee makes you personally liable for the debt, i.e. if the business fails the landlord can bring suit against the guarantors for payment of damages personally.
I always attempt to negotiate out personal guarantees. If the guarantee cannot be eliminated it may be reduced... View More
No notice was given to tenants until 2nd day. After calling the Mgmt. Company, Answering service gave me details. Is it within my tenant rights to...either charge them for hotel room, or ask for credit for the 5 days of no hot water...certainly part of their 'commitment' to me.
answered on Nov 25, 2018
Not likely, But you could perfect your Warranty of Habitability Defense if Landlord does not repair in a "reasonable" manner.
decided they want to?
answered on Nov 19, 2018
Yes - Partition Action. A court can order the property to be sold and the profits divided.
no lease. The other person already moved out. how do I get this person out? The apt. is already rented.
answered on Nov 19, 2018
If you have asked them to leave and they refuse the only legal process is to process a Judicial Eviction.
This starts with legally sufficient Notice.
Good Luck!
Is it possible to be sued for such a thing. We spoke but never signed anything.
answered on Nov 19, 2018
It is possible. But, the issue will be how strong is the contract (even verbal) and can the Plaintiff prove his/her case. If you get served with a lawsuit you should take it seriously and consider hiring an attorney to defend you and possibly bring counterclaims.
Good Luck!
she still has 3 mths on the lease, but wants to leave, but won't give me a vacate date. Can I keep the last mths rent paid upon moving in and can I demend she be out 30 days after telling me she's leaving due to no pet rule?
answered on Nov 17, 2018
This is probably more complicated than you think and you should consult an attorney regarding the specifics of the situation.
The tenant does not have the right to terminate the lease based on the need for a service dog.
A landlord cannot refuse as service animal because of a no pet... View More
It is a personal injury case. I was hit by a car as a pedestrian.
Active Duty Army. Returned to Fort Carson and own a home in Peyton, CO. My family desperately needs to move back in, but my property manager said that we have to wait until the lease is up (April 2019). What are my options?
answered on Nov 11, 2018
Unfortunately, you are bound to the lease. But, can inspect the condition of the home and then enforce the lease strictly. When you inspect you are likely to find violations of the lease which you can then demand compliance or possession. Otherwise you may be able to entice the tenants out, this... View More
Hi, my name’s Andrew. I live down in Colorado Springs. I am renting a house through my uncle who lives out of state. I have a 1 year lease through him. He charges rent each month, due in the first and then I have friends that live in this house with me, so we split rent equally 4 ways, due on the... View More
answered on Nov 2, 2018
If you have provided your sub-tenant proper notice and he refuses to leave then you'll need to evict him via the Court.
The note from August of 2015 says: "(Tenant) has been my patient all of his life. Due to recent traumatic events he is need of emotional support dogs."
Plural: dogs. But he is only asking for one, a large bulldog that I'm not sure my insurance company will like.... View More
answered on Oct 31, 2018
This is a Fair Housing issue and boils down to a "Reasonable Accommodation." You can demand a full and formal reasonable accommodation request demonstrating the disability and the need for the emotional support animal.
These cases are very complicated, you should consider... View More
A gift was given prior to the purchase of a home. There was no written contract, nor verbal agreement to any "terms". The "giver" of the gift, after the purchase, placed a lien on the property in the amount of the gift plus interest! What is our recourse?
answered on Oct 17, 2018
A judgment is one way to obtain the right to lien but not the only way. Likely, the lien that you describe is a "spurious" lien and you may need to bring suit to have it removed and recover your damages.
I have the cashier check stubs and that’s it. She pretty much is robbing me
answered on Oct 17, 2018
You may need to get an attorney to bring a quiet title action on your behalf.
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