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Maintenance workers are trying to frame me in order to get me kicked out of housing I work from home do do drugs and iam no way shape or form involved with ilegal drugs it is traumatizing because I live with my mother and I'm afraid to leave the apartment because I fear they will come in my... View More 
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
In California, you can legally break your lease if your landlord has significantly violated the rental agreement or failed to maintain habitable living conditions. Document all violations thoroughly with photos, written complaints, and any communication with your landlord. Keep records of repair... View More
My apartment complex sold my bedroom to someone else while our lease agreement still stands. The lease does say that they can relocate me, however, it doesn’t say at all that they can sale my unit while my lease agreement is still valid.
Can USDA-subsidized apartments legally require tenants to subscribe to a "resident benefits package"? The 1-year lease states the subscription can be canceled at the end of the one-year lease term with written notice, but legally, can it really be mandatory for the first year with no... View More
We have lived here for less than a week, and noticed a roach infestation immediately.
I made an ADA request to move from 1 bed to 2 bed in my building due to daughters disabilities. After a long mismanaged period and having to do the application twice it was approved. I got 3/4 of the way through providing the documentation needed for the move (two office visits) which were hard to... View More
I had court, and I did not make it. Then entered a final decision of real property granted for plaintiff effective 01/13/25. But then set a bench trial for 02/25/25. Does that mean I will not be evicted until 02/25?
I need to put the trailer in my name. My mom passed away. I live in a community park at 55 and older, but I’m about to be kicked out. Was wondering if I could still sell the trailer if I were to be kicked out .if they kick me out would that mean I can’t sell the trailer.
answered on Jan 10, 2025
A renter usually would not pay property taxes but would pay rent unless a commercial lease states otherwise. Separately, sometimes one person or entity can own land, and another person owns a building that leases the land from the landowner. In that case, the landowner could still be the person... View More
Bogalusa, La
Kicked out a couple that was given a place to stay next door for a few weeks and ended up staying awhile. They left everything and didn't inform the owner nor could the owner get a response from them. I'm pretty positive it's was past 30 days, more than a little... View More
this person has left for 8 days at a time without telling me, they receive no mail here and they receive food stamps from another county
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
In California, you have the right to remove someone from your home who is effectively a squatter or unwanted guest, even without a formal lease agreement. Since they don't receive mail at your address, get benefits from another county, and leave for extended periods without notice, they likely... View More
My fiance's mother died a year ago and a court appointed fiduciary is in control of the estate .. he has served us with a unlawful detainer.. claiming no fault just cause I have to serve him with the answer by tomorrow and I dint know which box to check on the answer sheet for defense ?? Can... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
I understand you're in a challenging situation with the unlawful detainer notice. When responding to an unlawful detainer in California, several defenses might apply to your case, particularly in a no-fault just cause eviction.
Given that this involves an estate matter with a... View More
My husband and I (and our 1 year old son) allowed a mom and her 2 year old son to stay with us, 1 month max as per verbal agreement. They have been here for 6 months and won't leave. We asked them to be out by Nov. 1st 2024 and they've ignored us. It's now Jan. 9th and they still... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2025
Hire a NC attorney to sue the occupants for possession only now.
My refrigerator broke down (the compressor went bad, and is irreparable), and I was told by my landlord to fix at my own cost. I explainedthe breakdown of the refrigerator was not my fault, however, I was told to fix at my own cost and if i had any questions then refer to my lease agreement.... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2025
If you as a tenant want to get out of a rent-to-own contract in South Carolina, the first step is to carefully review the agreement. Most contracts outline the process for early termination, including any penalties, notice requirements, or refund policies. Understanding these terms is essential, as... View More
I have been renting my house for 6+ years. When we first moved in we asked to have the garbage account transferred to us and we were denied this request by the landlord so we include the garbage rate reimbursement with our monthly rent check. We were just notified that they accidentally missed the... View More
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
Under California law, landlords must provide reasonable notice of any rent or fee increases, including utility charges they manage on behalf of tenants. Since your lease has been renewed twice during this period without the increased garbage rates being included, it would be difficult for the... View More
I've lived in same room at Stephens motel for 3 years straight and get my mail here.ive paid weekly and clean rooms for the owners. My father usually uses his credit since I have no credit to pay. My father is in the ICU at hospital past few days and couldn't come out to give credit for... View More
We signed a 6 months lease agreement in April 2023 & never renewd the agreement. We move on 1 December 2024 & the former landlord refuses to repay the deposit. He said we had to give a "calander month's" notice. We orally give notice on 3 November (he accepted the notice via... View More
the monthly stipends is just under $400.00 & I'm told it's considered income due to it recurring & my rent will increase
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answered on Jan 9, 2025
Your AmeriCorps stipend situation is quite specific to HUD housing regulations. While stipends are usually not counted as income for tax purposes, HUD follows different rules for calculating rent in subsidized housing.
Under HUD guidelines, regular recurring payments like your AmeriCorps... View More
Threats in writing and then came to the house and threatened us verbally and then tried bribing us what can we do legally
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