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Q: Landlord supposedly deceased. What proof is needed for tenants on who now owns the properties?
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jan 10, 2013

Assuming the property is located in New Castle County, the tenants can go online for the New Castle County Recorder of Deeds Office. Click on parcel search and insert the property address. The names of the owners will come up.

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Q: What type of cleaning is required in rental unit.

I own 2 weekly rental units in Dewey Beach & 1 unit was recently reserved. The renters walked in the unit 3 hrs early w/out permission. Renters said the oven looked old & they did not want to use it. I offered my other unit but stated it would be ready in a few hours. They accepted but... View More

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 12, 2013

The answer to your question depends on what the lease says. Look at the lease or contact an attorney to review the lease and advise you.

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Q: Can rule 60(b) be used to stop an eviction?

Can rule 60(b) be used to stop homeowner's eviction?

Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 1, 2013

If the requirements of Rule 60b) are met, the answer is yes, depending on how promptly the motion is filed.

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Q: What would be a good cause for a continuance in a Landlord/Tenant Issue
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Feb 12, 2013

There are many reasons why a judge grants a request for a continuance. If you need to request one, explain the reason in a letter to the Court. Valid reasons for a continuance could include illness and a scheduling conflict.

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Q: I have been renting my house for 15 months. My landlord refuses to fix problem properly. What do I do
Charles Snyderman
Charles Snyderman
answered on Jun 21, 2014

It depends on what the problem is. Can you provide more details?

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