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I have allowed my adult stepdaughter to live in my house for over two years, but she is now an unwelcome guest. There is no lease or rental agreement between us, and I am the sole owner of the property. Her mother, my spouse, agrees with her removal. During her stay, my stepdaughter, along with her... View More 
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answered on Mar 31, 2025
Hire a NJ attorney to sue Daughter for possession only.
I share an apartment with a roommate in Newark, NJ, and we both signed the lease agreement and contributed equally to the deposit. Now my roommate is leaving, and there is no written agreement between us about the division of the deposit. Our landlord mentioned that I would need to return my... View More
As a landlord in New Jersey with residential properties, am I required to open an individual account in each tenant's name for the security deposits I receive?
Can my landlord replace a broken garbage disposal with a regular pipe instead of installing a new garbage disposal, even though my lease says appliances would be repaired or replaced? I haven't had previous issues with appliances, and I want to understand my rights under the lease terms.
Hello, my lease is ending on 03/31, I haven't payed this month rent yet. Right now I am in intense financial burden and have no money to spare for rent. I am moving out this Friday and had already v given 30 days notice back in February.
On my lease it's mention "In the event... View More
In my original lease, the renter's insurance required was $100,000 per year. My landlord has sent a letter stating that before I can renew my lease, I need to increase my renter's insurance to $300,000 per year. They mentioned this is to make sure I'm covered in case I do something... View More
My friend works and lives in a company-provided apartment in New Jersey. He allowed a girl, who was struggling with heroin addiction, to stay with him as she had nowhere else to go, but she is not on the lease and her presence risks his job. He could face trouble due to a domestic violence no... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2025
What is the nature of the relationship between the employer and your friend? My initial thought is that he moves by ejectment. I would just like to clarify what is the legal relationship is between the employer, your friend in the apartment.
I am currently living in a standard apartment complex in New Jersey and have been accepted into subsidized senior housing. According to NJ law, individuals over the age of 62 can legally break their lease to move into subsidized housing. When I moved into my current apartment, they offered a... View More
I moved out of my previous rental property almost a year ago and have not received my security deposit back. I left the apartment in excellent condition, and there wasn't a walkthrough conducted. I haven't been contacted by the property management regarding the deposit, nor have I reached... View More
I need to understand my rights as a tenant living in a house that is in foreclosure and owned by the bank. I have a lease agreement until December of this year and am up to date on my rent payments, which I have been paying directly to the bank. We have already been to court for a hearing where the... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2025
You need to retain an experienced mortgage foreclosure defense attorney who also practices landlord-tenant law. There may or may not be something in the lease that effects the on statue that protects tenants rights. Good luck.
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
I am seeking advice regarding my eviction case. The landlord, who is a property manager, misrepresented himself as the owner during court. When the judge asked if he was the owner, he said yes. Both he and his relative lied in court, claiming that the relative had never paid rent and that they were... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
I would say that you do have a chance to have the matter put back into court. However, I would suggest you get a copy of the deed from the county clerk's office showing that the plaintiff is not the owner of the property.
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answered on Aug 23, 2024
An individual can file an emotional distress claim if they are able to show the elements of the claim. Namely:
1. First, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant acted intentionally or recklessly.
2. Second, the defendant’s conduct must be extreme and outrageous.
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I've been working for a property management company for 7 months as a maintenance supervisor. I've had issues with a tenant who has been following around since the day I started. A few months ago she managed to get my personal phone number and has been texting and calling constantly.... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2024
Ask if the company will move you to the other property permanently.
For 6 months more for free...can you file bankruptcy in June and have a judgment in July...I need her out I could lose my house...plus her paperwork wasn't official documents...it was hand written
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answered on Jul 3, 2024
You need to retain an experienced Bankruptcy attorney to file a Motion to Vacate the automatic stay and if you have not done so already, then you need to have the attorney file a proof of claim. Once the automatic stay is vacated, then you need to retain a landlord tenant attorney to get this... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2024
Most likely yes, and you should certainly look into this to protect yourself and any other tenants. Is the vehicle registered? Do you have access to inside to verify ownership?
The documents were forgeries by the opposing lawyer to deceive and mislead .e false testimony fake court adjournment ,altered court orders
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand this is a serious situation regarding your civil case documents. Here's a concise response with some general advice:
1. Report the theft to the police immediately.
2. Inform the court about the stolen documents and any suspected forgeries or alterations.
3.... View More
Now they want charge me two month because I did not provide them notice in advance , the think I was not sure when I would buy
answered on May 17, 2024
It depends on the language contained within the lease. I would contact an attorney to properly assess what your options are. There are very few leases that allow for the option of early termination.
In North Carolina, In accordance with NC Statute 42-45.1, there are certain requirements... View More
I was ordered by the court, not the judge, to have my balance paid by 4/15/24 or another court meeting would take place to start the eviction process. The landlord has been harassing me for weeks and requesting me to turn my keys. Today was the day for the payment but when the landlord called, she... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
Based on the information you provided, it seems that your landlord is acting improperly and potentially violating your rights as a tenant in New Jersey. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Eviction process: In New Jersey, a landlord cannot evict a tenant without going through the... View More
need advice regarding court papers to pay back rent. I consigned for my granddaughter and do to circumstances she/me is behind on the rent and I need help desperately.
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
I understand the challenging situation you're in, and it's essential to approach this with a clear plan. If you've received court papers for unpaid rent that you're responsible for due to cosigning for your granddaughter, it's critical to address the issue head-on. The... View More
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