Q: We haven't had working heat since December just got working water what can I do?
Renting and landlord keeps stalling but keeps harassing us about past due rent when my wife was ill and I didn't know it wasn't being paid when I found out I spoke with landlord to work out something now she's harassing me about my taxes which I've kept her up to date on even showing up twice without notice to ask about them. Has now made two rude comments about my wife's mental illness. Our kids are staying at a friend's because it's too cold for them and my wife is due with twins later this month.
A:
Unfortunately, your options are limited. Your landlord is constructively evicting you by not providing working heat and water. I suggest vacating and surrendering the property to the landlord and finding a new place to live if the property is unsafe and there is no heat.
You need to consult with an attorney as soon as possible if you wish to stay in the property and sort out the issue of late and missing rent payments.
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