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I am facing an eviction even though I have paid the full balance due. A writ for possession of my property was filed on March 31, 2025, but I had already paid the balance owed when judgment was made back on October 4, 2024. I communicated this payment to my landlord via text, along with a photo of... View More 
answered on Apr 2, 2025
Without reviewing the docket it wouldn’t be possible for an attorney to provide you with an informed assessment. If the judgment were a default judgment then perhaps a motion to set aside default judgment and quash the writ could be filed. It seems odd that the landlord would have waited many... View More
My landlord's mortgage forbids leasing, which we discovered only after signing our lease agreement. Her mortgage company recently found out about the lease, prompting her to demand a walk-through and costs for repairs and cleaning, even though we've already paid a deposit. We've been... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2025
It’s void if you or year landlord sue the other one and a court feels it void. Otherwise what you have is an unresolved legal dispute. I’m not aware of a statute on point. My hunch is that the lease would not be deemed void. You’ve been allowed possession and have therefore received... View More
I sold my house to Truhold.com and was charged $6,800 for repairs that existed before their purchase. I signed a six-month lease allowing me to stay, during which they promised to handle all repairs, insurance, and taxes. The lease stated I should not make repairs myself, yet nothing has been... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2025
If you want an legal opinion on whether a landlord has breached a written contract, I suggest you hire a local landlord-tenant attorney to read the lease and provide a consultation.
Assuming they breached the contract, however, you could sue for damages incurred. If the lease has ended... View More
I sold my house to Truhold.com and was charged $6,800 for repairs that existed before their purchase. I signed a six-month lease allowing me to stay, during which they promised to handle all repairs, insurance, and taxes. The lease stated I should not make repairs myself, yet nothing has been... View More
answered on Feb 19, 2025
You were obligated to leave at the end of January regardless. You are exposing yourself to significant costs per the Unlawful Detainer statute, which makes you liable to Truhold.com for twice the fair market rent of the property. Compare that with the likely minimal amount you might recover in a... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2024
It sounds like a frustrating situation. In Missouri, landlords are generally required to provide tenants with certain information, including the name and address of the property owner or the person authorized to manage the property. This is so tenants know where to send rent payments or legal... View More
2018 I was evicted from my rental property cause I let my brother move In with me and he got the cops called on him one evening landlord found out about it. I never was late on rent and this and landlord was not right he wanted to negotiate rent with me often you know what I mean but I handle him... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
What matters is not whether you believe you owed the money related to the alleged debt for which you were sued. What matters is if you were properly served with the summons, the amount of the judgment, the calculation of post-judgment interest. If service of the summons was improper you may file... View More
The party is not on any paperwork to be able to live in the home. They have been told to leave many times and have refused. Now they are threatening to use their mailing address to demand an official eviction. Is this necessary?
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Here's a general overview of the situation:
1. Establishing tenancy:
In many jurisdictions, including Missouri, a person can establish tenancy even without a written lease or being on the deed. This can happen through verbal agreements or by the property owners allowing the... View More
Have letter from Dr stating resident requires 24 HR CARE. Caregiver doesn't live there. But is there everyday. Landlord makes comments everyday and has gave three violations for unauthorized occupants
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answered on May 28, 2024
You cannot be evicted for having a caregiver if you have a doctor's letter stating that you require 24-hour care. The caregiver being present frequently, but not living there, should not be considered a violation of your lease. Your landlord's comments and violations for unauthorized... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In a typical landlord-tenant situation, the responsibility for paying for a broken window depends on several factors:
1. Lease agreement: Check your lease agreement to see if it specifies who is responsible for repairs due to damage caused by third parties.
2. Renters insurance: If... View More
Myself, my fiancé, and daughter live in a 2 bed 1bath. My landlord came in and was screaming how my house is “filthy” and like a “landfill”. My house is cluttered with baby toys and bouncers and the floor has a tummy time mat. However there is not any health hazards like mold or mildew.... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
Generally, a landlord cannot evict a tenant for having a "messy" or cluttered house, as long as the clutter does not violate the lease agreement, local health codes, or other laws. Clutter from baby items like toys, bouncers, and tummy time mats would not typically be grounds for... View More
Hi, I'm late on my rent and my landlord sent me an email today saying that my case was being sent to an attorney to start eviction. She sent me a 3 day notice on last Friday. I thought that the 3 days started the day after the notice was sent and did not include weekends. Her email stated that... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
It is not typical for a landlord to demand the next month's rent in advance to stop an eviction process, but it may be within their rights depending on your lease agreement and local laws.
Here are a few things to consider:
1. Check your lease agreement to see if there are any... View More
Everything in the house is basically mine the internet is in my name but the utilities is in her name
answered on Feb 15, 2024
If you two are not subject to a written lease, then you are on a month-to-month tenancy and your landlord. If you are both considered tenants, then one tenant cannot kick the other out because the right to be there is a right conferred by the landlord.
Nov '22 owner connects me with rent to owner from her and i sign a lease for commercial property, aug and sept he asks me to send rent direct to owner . nov i am told by ower that he is out and i need pay her. i ask for paperwork showing he is out and a lease agreement she sends lease but... View More
answered on Jan 2, 2024
You didn't ask a specific question, but it sounds like you need to hire an attorney. In order for your landlord to force you out tomorrow legally, there would need to have been a lawsuit filed, a judgment entered, and action by the sheriff. My guess is that what you received is merely a... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
The decision of whether to sue your neighbors or your landlord depends on the specific facts of your case. It is advisable to consult with an attorney to determine who is the most likely responsible party and to assess the strength of your potential case.
Considerations When Deciding Whom... View More
Home was condemned in February , I renewed a lease in September. I had no clue or wasn't given any type of notice of the condemnation. Code enforcement officials said that unfortunately i was stuck in the middle ect. My question is am i able to sue him for the time that it was condemned... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2023
You could sue to recover your actual damages. You could seek the return of all rent paid. On the other hand, you lived there and for some time received some benefit for your money. You could also sue for damages resulting from having to vacate early and perhaps paying more rent in a new place.... View More
Me again, I am wanting to know if a landlord can be sued for loss of property , and or emotional distress. Back story is signed a lease on a condemned property and was not able to get any property , all of it was thrown a way. Obviously this was a sudden thing, and a very traumatizing event that i... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2023
A landlord may be sued for breach of lease or for a tort claim.
I am confident that if you are willing and able to pay an attorney by the hour, and assuming your situation has merit, you will be able to find an attorney.
You can discuss with that attorney emotional distress... View More
I renewed a lease after the home was condemned, but was never notified the home was condemned by the city nor the property owner. The city said I was just "stuck in the middle" and its all the property owner fault because technically with a condemnation they don't have to give... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2023
I am sorry to hear about your situation. You can likely sue your landlord for breach of the implied warranty of habitability. You will need to decide whether it is worth paying an attorney by the hour to go after your landlord. if your landlord allowed the property to be condemned, he might not... View More
I renewed a lease after the home was condemned, but was never notified the home was condemned by the city nor the property owner. The city said I was just "stuck in the middle" and its all the property owner fault because technically with a condemnation they don't have to give... View More
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answered on Nov 19, 2023
Yes, you may have a legal basis to sue the property owner in your situation. Even though the city may not be required to notify tenants about a condemnation, the property owner has a responsibility to inform you about the condition of the property, especially if you renewed your lease. Failure to... View More
I signed a lease for my apartment with dates set from 12/30/2024 to 12/29/2025. However, the housing authority indicated that the lease end date must be the last day of the month, and now my landlord wants me to sign a new lease with dates from 1/1/2025 to 12/31/2025, but I'm unsure about any... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Before signing the new lease, it’s important to carefully review all the terms to make sure nothing has changed aside from the dates. If you feel uncertain, ask someone you trust to help you go over the lease to ensure the landlord hasn’t added any new clauses that could affect you. Since... View More
My wife is the property owner, and her tenants are her son and his family. There is no written lease agreement. My wife has been sending them text messages regarding eviction due to unpaid rent, as they have not adhered to their verbal agreement to pay rent. However, they have not responded to her... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Missouri, eviction notices typically need to be in writing and delivered in a manner that is legally recognized, such as via certified mail or posting a notice on the property. A text message is generally not considered a valid formal eviction notice. While texting may serve as informal... View More
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