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Grandma put her house in my name 5 years ago. Sold to me for $5 to get it out of her name. She still lives there but she wanted to make sure I get it when she passes. Now she has my cousin's son living with her there though (He's 16) and I know they're going to argue when she passes... View More 
answered on Oct 7, 2024
If he has permission to be there, then he would have to be removed like any other person who had a legal right to be there. You would have to evict them from the property. Since he is there by permission, the 'squatters rights' or ownership by adverse possession is defeated - he will... View More
They have occupied my home for a month and are damaging my home without payment.
answered on Jul 19, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. No good deed goes unpunished. I'm sorry your kindness was met with this outcome. One option is to reach out to landlord-tenant attorneys in Oklahoma to discuss your options - they have insight into these types... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In a judgment for possession only, the court grants the landlord the right to take possession of the rental property, but does not address any monetary claims, such as unpaid rent or damages. This means that while you must vacate the property, the judgment itself does not require you to pay any... View More
The bill includes fees for cleaning, painting, paint, maintenance, materials, carpet, vent cleaning and more. Are these legitimate fees? They haven’t performed maintenance, painted or replaced the carpet in 17 years. Wouldn’t they have done that anyway? We had pets and paid a pet deposit. My... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
In most rental situations, normal wear and tear is expected and should not be the tenant's financial responsibility, especially over a 17-year tenancy. However, there are some nuances to consider:
1. Cleaning: If you left the property in a condition that required cleaning beyond what... View More
Lease was up February 28th, I paid for March and gave a 30 day notice today that I would be moving April 12.
Landlord states I owe her an additional year of rent?
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
No, a landlord cannot typically force you to pay an additional year of rent simply because you did not renew your lease. Here are a few key points to consider:
1. Notice period: If you provided the required notice (usually 30 days, but this can vary by state and lease agreement) before... View More
I have lived here for almost 4 years in this manufactured home that the management has no claim of ownership to. They own the land it is on and we have a signed lease. They have recently amended their rules to require every window to have white blinds and will be charging me $45 per window in... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
In your situation, the key factor to consider is the terms of your lease agreement and any provisions it may have regarding changes to community rules or regulations. If your lease includes a clause that allows management to amend the rules of the community and imposes new requirements on... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2024
An illegal eviction occurs when a landlord removes a tenant from a property without following the legal process required by state or local laws. This can include changing the locks, physically removing the tenant's belongings, shutting off utilities, or using threats to force the tenant out... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In Oklahoma, it is generally not legal for an employer to garnish an employee's wages for unpaid rent without obtaining a court judgment. Garnishing wages typically requires a court order, and landlords must follow legal procedures to collect unpaid rent. If your employer, who is also your... View More
She is refusing to do so which is $300. Can I sue and if so how much would it cost me in the state of Oklahoma. My landlord said the money is in between me and her because everything is in my name.
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
Yes, you may be able to sue your roommate for the damage to your furniture and for the pet deposit that she never paid. In the state of Oklahoma, you have the right to sue someone for damages that they caused to your property, even if that person is your roommate.
Here are the steps you can... View More
I have 3 other roommates and 1 of them put up a camera in our living room but me and 1 other roommate did not consent to being recorded. Is that legal?
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
In most places, putting up a camera in shared or common spaces without the consent of all parties can be a legal gray area. Privacy laws often differ by state or country, but many jurisdictions have laws that protect individuals' reasonable expectation of privacy, even in shared spaces like an... View More
I broke two transverse processes in the fall
answered on Feb 13, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, you could reach out to local attorneys to discuss in more detail. Most injury firms offer free initial consults. Good luck
I had an owner deny me for a rental after I paid for an application fee on 2 different platforms. Zillow then Hotpads. I received a call the day before move in that I had too many children for the 3 bedroom and refused to contact the landlord for verification on one of my evictions to clarity and... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
In Oklahoma, as in many states, landlords are prohibited from discriminating against prospective tenants on the basis of familial status, which includes the presence of children, under both federal and state fair housing laws. Denying a rental application on the basis that you have "too many... View More
Was served a writ of execution late Friday afternoon that states received the 18th of Oct with an arrow pointing to a hand written note reading "you have 48 working hours to vacate," then beside it they wrote posted 10/20/23 and the time. I can't find any info that's clear... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
In Osage County, Oklahoma, as in most jurisdictions, the term "working hours" generally refers to the standard business hours during weekdays. If the notice says "48 working hours," it would typically exclude weekends. Given that the notice was posted on 10/20/23, which is a... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
If your mother left the house to your son in her will or trust, he would become the legal owner upon the appropriate legal proceedings confirming the transfer. However, given that you've resided in the house for 22 years, you might have certain rights or claims. These could be based on... View More
Charging too much for rent.
answered on Sep 7, 2023
You can potentially recover the difference between the rent actually collected by the landlord and the amount of rent the parties agreed to in the lease.
Lesser rent payment.The laundry is closed all weekends and at 5 daily during week.Steps are a death trap and maintencecreguest aren't met.I cannot afford to move because of my health and not working but have family willing to pay rent.but it's too high.Thdybknow I am under cardiologist... View More
answered on Aug 30, 2023
You and your landlord legally can negotiate whatever terms are mutually acceptable when renewing a lease. If you want lower rent, you can ask that your landlord renew your lease at a lower rent. If you want certain maintenance performed or amenities restored, you can legally include such terms in... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
It depends on the time frame of when you were evicted. "Generally," after 30 days the items can often be considered as abandoned and thus up to the landlord to do with them as they see fit. Furthermore, they can put them into storage and you would be responsible for the storage fees.... View More
My info is listed on an apartment lease as tenant and my signature shows under guarantor/co-signer. I am not listed as an occupant and I have never lived in the apartment. The lease states that after the 12 month term it automatically renews and is now month to month. What is the procedure I need... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2023
You should have the tenant send a notice of termination of the lease to the landlord, and then sign a new lease without you as a guarantor or co-signer
She didn't welcome the touch. He then pushed her on the bed and tried to preform oral sex on her. She pushed him away. He then gave her a surprising $1000 instead of the $500. She was facing eviction that same day and it was dismissed. He again contacted her the next day telling her to come to... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2023
There is a fine line between “transactional sex” and prostitution. The landlord and your girlfriend may have crossed it.
I recommend that you ask your girlfriend move as soon as possible. If they did this once, they will likely do it again. You should not want her to go down that... View More
My grandmother has lived in her home since 2005-2006. There was never any written agreements for tenancy nor was the house sold to her. It was a verbal agreement between her and a friend that she was allowed to live there. Since, the owners have passed away and their daughter now owns the home.... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2023
Potentially has adverse possession claim, however if she was there with permission then that removes the adverse aspect. Contact a real estate attorney for your best advice.
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