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I currently rent a portion of my parents' house in Indiana, where we have distinct living spaces. Although my rental agreement mentions avoiding guests like "girls," there's ambiguity in the terms. My brother, who my parents disapprove of due to past issues, is crucial for... View More 
I am named as the executor in my deceased mother's will, but the estate has not entered probate yet. A family member, who was living in a camper in the backyard and not contributing to any bills, is now refusing to leave the property. She believes she might acquire the house for a small... View More
I have been living in a residential property in Indiana with my boyfriend under a verbal lease agreement for the past 6 months. The agreement was between us and the landlord, with another roommate who was later asked to leave. On February 4th, the landlord verbally informed us that we needed to... View More
I received an eviction notice that had an entry date and order signed on 02/21/2025, with a line stating 'Order issued.' I had a payment plan to pay $1,450 by January 30, $500 by February 3, and $600 by February 17. One payment was made two days late, but I paid more than what was... View More
I am a tenant in Indiana, and on January 15, 2025, the maintenance team informed my landlord's corporate office that our cabinets are unfixable and require replacement. Despite this, the corporate office has denied the request. The cabinets are literally falling apart from the wall and at the... View More
I've received a claim for damages from my landlord after the 45-day statutory limit in Indiana. These damages include issues throughout the house, some of which were not caused by me. There was no prior communication regarding these damages within that period, and now the matter has been sent... View More
(We will be the renters NOT the owners)
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answered on Oct 24, 2024
When you rent a building for your church, the responsibility for property taxes typically lies with the property owner, not the tenant. As a renter, you generally won’t be directly liable for paying property taxes unless your lease agreement specifies otherwise. It’s important to carefully... View More
Paying taxes for years and plus remodeling can the others come in and take it from me and wat should I do
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into maintaining and improving the home. When multiple people inherit a property, ownership is typically shared, and each person has rights to the property. Paying taxes and remodeling can strengthen your position, but it’s important to understand how... View More
Paying taxes for years and plus remodeling can the others come in and take it from me
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answered on Oct 21, 2024
It sounds like you’ve put a lot of effort into maintaining and improving the home. When multiple people inherit a property, ownership is typically shared, and each person has rights to the property. Paying taxes and remodeling can strengthen your position, but it’s important to understand how... View More
I have recieved an invoice showing that I am due $1640 from Woodlake village and the time of 45 days has passed, it has been a year. I have been doing email corrspondence for a resolution but have not. I am actually owed more then the $1640 as I have the ledger showing this.
answered on Oct 25, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. At this point, your options are to confirm where the matter stands in terms of return of your funds. Your post indicates that you have been emailing, "but have not... " Something may have been left off, but... View More
The building I live in is 9 stories tall and has two stairwells at each end of the building. There is one elevator that is very slow and breaks down every few months or so for a couple days at a time, and is operated by key fabs that have also malfunctioned. There is construction starting in our... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
An Indiana attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This may be something that fire marshals or other local officials involved in fire protection & public safety would have the most insight into. Good luck
im married going through rough spot. my other is staying with family. we are still legally married. we never filed for a legal separation or anything. i was dumb and had someone move in. now i cant get them to leave. i gave notice of quit. week after the date they are still there. they said it had... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2024
You said it. You acted foolishly. The police are the "law enforcement" officers. If you don't want the police involved, how can you expect any assistance from the judicial system? If an eviction Order for a restraining Order is entered against the person living in your house, who... View More
The lease says to use the stations provided, yet the stations are empty. They said “those have never had bags in them” so I don’t see how they can fine me
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
It sounds like your landlord may be in violation of the lease agreement by not providing the pet waste bags as stated. Here are some steps you can take to address this issue:
1. Document the problem: Take photos of the empty pet waste stations to show that bags are not being provided as... View More
Tenants would vacate property willingly at end of rental period so no eviction notice would be needed.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In most cases, a tenant cannot unilaterally decide to use their security deposit to cover unpaid rent and then be released from the lease agreement. The specific rules may vary depending on the jurisdiction and the terms of the lease agreement, but generally:
1. Security deposits are... View More
I didn’t owe any money. They actually owed me at the time the eviction was filed.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Facing court for damages you believe are not your responsibility is a challenging situation. Yes, it would be wise to have a lawyer by your side. Given the nature of your case, a lawyer with experience in tenant rights and property law would be most beneficial. They can provide guidance, represent... View More
Recently I've been having problems with my landlord telling me that I need to delete my Facebook account or he would evict me over it. not for sure what to do about that.
Is there a law that states a landlord can tell me what I can and can't do on social media? I mean there's... View More
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
In general, your landlord cannot dictate your social media activities, such as maintaining a Facebook account, as long as your conduct on these platforms does not violate the terms of your lease or local laws. Your rights to privacy and free speech are typically protected under the law, unless your... View More
Landlord pay sheriffs fee today to execute writ. I live in Indiana.
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
In Indiana, once an eviction judgment has been made and the landlord has taken further steps, such as paying the sheriff's fee to execute the writ of possession, the situation becomes more complex. Accepting rent after a judgment has been issued could potentially affect the eviction process.... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
The time a landlord must give for non-renewal of a year-long lease can vary significantly depending on local laws and the specific terms outlined in your lease agreement. Generally, most jurisdictions require a notice period of 30 to 60 days before the lease ends. It's crucial to check the... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
The amount of notice a landlord must give a tenant for a lease non-renewal can vary greatly depending on the jurisdiction. Generally, for a year-long lease, landlords are often required to provide tenants with a notice period before the lease ends if they do not intend to renew it. This period can... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Yes, you can incur legal fees without going to court. Lawyers often charge for various services outside of courtroom proceedings, such as consultations, document preparation, negotiation, and legal advice. These tasks form a significant part of the legal work and can be essential for resolving... View More
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