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Security deposit was 850. Pet deposit was 250. Carpet will definitely need to be replaced but they would need to replace it anyways because I have occupied the unit for 7 years. The carpet may cost anywhere from 1200 to 1500. Can they sue me for damage costs that they would have paid regardless?
answered on Jul 14, 2017
That may be considered normal wear and tear, but it depends on the damage you caused. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards,... View More 
I have not found any regulations stating that an apartment may not have two kitchens in Massachusetts. I'm moving in with a couple that recently had their apartment combined with another unit and the landlord capped the gas in the second kitchen under the impression (or advisory) that it was... View More
answered on Jul 14, 2017
It depends on your local zoning and building rules. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
I searched the town records and it appears as though my mom fell behind on taxes in 2014 and the records show the house was taken. She's still living in the house. Is there anyway that we can get the house back if we pay the outstanding taxes or will they eventually force her to leave the home?
answered on Jul 14, 2017
Who owns the house now? Is she being evicted? Was the foreclosure finalized and sale transferred? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More
answered on Jul 8, 2017
It depends on the property boundaries and any easements. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
The property listing stated the home had a driveway with 4 car parking. This is not the case the home has no driveway or parking, the driveway in question is shared with the house next door, unable to park in driveway. The pervious owner and real estate agent misrepresented the property, e.g. I... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2017
What was disclosed in writing after the listing? Did you inspect? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media... View More
Dual agent convinced seller to accept an offer before open house. Seller accepted only because she trusted the agent and though the agent was looking out for both buyer and seller best interest. the agent texted the buyer that the seller accepts the offer. the seller went ahead with the open... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2017
A text message can create a binding obligation, but it depends on the facts in total. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... View More
6/6/17
1. Two family members Albert & Bill inherited 1 acre of vacant real estate via intestate succession. Each member owns 50% of the acre as tenants in common.
2. Albert sold his 50% to Charles on 7/9/2014 and recorded the deed on 7/15/2014.
3. Charles sold his 50%... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2017
Have a lawyer review the original ownership agreement and all transfers in detail to determine your rights and duties. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my... View More
My father was an only child and has passed on.
answered on May 23, 2017
Unless there was a Will or Trust that provided for part or all of the estate go to your father or his children, then you have no claim against the estate.
A boatyard that is now being used for heavy equipment. Construction vehicles coming and going, gravel, concrete, dust, noise, etc. From quiet and peaceful to slamming of dump truck doors at 8:00 AM 5 days a week, The noise is nerve racking. Less than 30 yards from my windows. Thank you for any... View More
answered on May 20, 2017
It depends on the zoning. You can sue for nuisance and report illegal noise disturbance to the police. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards,... View More
answered on May 20, 2017
Sure, and you can hire your own inspector. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on... View More
We own a condo with an HOA, we have two children ages 2 and 5 (one who has developmental delays and is a little loud at times.) The HOA, siting numerous complaints from several neighbors (who they do not identify), fined us for violations that directly/indirectly are due to children living and... View More
answered on Apr 17, 2017
Have a lawyer review the terms of your HOA agreement and specific facts of your dispute. I handle such matters. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials,... View More
My father has been in the pocess of taking owner ship of elderly neighbors 2 properties the neighbor has agreed(his idea) to give my father as he was going to lose them to the town. fathers gone to court followed through with what court wanted done with the properties(securing doors and windows,... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2017
A lawyer should review the agreements made between the parties to determine whether a legal contract exists or whether your dad is doing free yard work and paying taxes as a gift to the owner. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an... View More
New tenant across hall is building a wall/room to his bathroom which is seperate from his studio apt (its a old house converted to 4 units) in the process hes attached the wall to my main entrance door frame and plans to board off and or lock my other egress from the hallway side. This is all... View More
answered on Mar 27, 2017
Your landlord may need to stop this. Review the lease with a lawyer. This may also violate MA building codes, which you can report to the city or county. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You... View More
Or any debt that I owe not tied to that house?
answered on Mar 22, 2017
Probably not. And they probably can't go after it even if you keep title in your own name. In most states, a judgment lien (of a general creditor that has obtained a judgment against you personally) that is recorded against real estate cannot be foreclosed against the homeowner's... View More
They have 5 health violations and have not fixed them. The town is taking to court on those as well. Plus defamation of character to us. They lied to the town saying we are threating them and they need escorts to property. There is a ton of thing wrong here but i dont want to spend money just to be... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2017
Why would you want to live in a condemned house? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/... View More
An adjacent property?
answered on Mar 9, 2017
You may claim trespass and demand costs. See: http://www.mass.gov/courts/case-legal-res/law-lib/laws-by-subj/about/trees.html
More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2017
What are the terms of your timeshare agreement re: ending the timeshare? How do you know it's a scam? What facts evidence that? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about... View More
The house foreclosed in 2016 and the mortgage broker is saying that this may affect my ability to get the new mortgage. Because the previous house foreclosed.
answered on Feb 22, 2017
You sold a house but did't transfer the title into the buyer's name? Then the mortgage company foreclosed their mortgage and now they own it? So what is the question?
This was a one-day space rental agreement which has no premises clause, and refers only to the address and capacity of the building. Landlord did not have a listing sheet, so my acceptance of the property as suitable for my purposes was based on a visit to the property. I observed the building on... View More
answered on Feb 13, 2017
What does your lease say about parking? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my... View More
What are my rights?Husband left me 3wks ago. Moved in with his sister in Texas. Both names on the home mortgage with huge balloon payment in 28 yrs. No equity in the home. I have paid all the bills.Can my son and daughter-in-law move into help me with the mortgage? We have a MHA mortgage. We pay... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2017
You say you only have 2 months of payments left, yet you say there is no equity in the home. These claims are at odds. You may want to file for divorce to settle the property dispute. I see no problem with leasing the home to tenants. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of... View More
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