Q: How do i put my money in escrow for repairs not being done if county clerk states he doesn't own my house?
landlord has failed to do all repairs: ac/heat flooring, plumbing. There are mths that he will say pay me $300 TODAY. He will send an email confirming. I went to put my money in escrow and was told he is not the owner/landlord so it would be difficult to do that since the business that is listed no longer exists. he has threatened to evict me when i tell him im not paying him until he fixes things or if I dont send money right then. He has stated that someone is the prop mgr of his rentals but they only handle other homes and he will continue to handle mine when i ask for further info.
A:
Report the problems to the local building dept. If you don't have a lease or are month to month, give 30 day notice to terminate so you can move.
Check the address on the county auditor web site to determine who is the owner. If that owner no longer exists, then somebody has to own it. If you don't pay him, he won't be able to do an eviction if he does not own it. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to review the situation and advise you.
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