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Q: Can we remove unwanted occupants from property with life estate in Nevada?

I own a property where my parents have a deed of life estate, and my name is on the paperwork as the owner. We previously evicted some people from another property we own, but they have now moved onto the property with the life estate. Despite our objection and telling them to leave, they are... View More

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answered on Feb 26, 2025

The life tenants can allow anyone to occupy the property. If you own the reversion, it has not vested in possession yet which is when both life tenants pass. There may be other ways to get them out, especially if they are criminals or owe money to others.

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Q: In Nevada, would it be legal to throw away my ex fiance's stuff? He cheated on me and left 3 months ago

His parents are aware of the situation and that we were trying to coordinate last month. However, the stuff is still here taking up a lot of space (6 boxes of clothes/tools). I would rather just throw it all away and start fresh. I gave him the important documents already. Some of the tools/clothes... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2024

It's common to feel the urge to get rid of your exs stuff, after a while. The rules around disposing of their belongings can be tricky and depend on laws. In Nevada those items might be seen as abandoned property. There are usually steps you need to take before you can throw them out... View More

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Q: Can I be made to let a landlord in for a "emergency" inspection with less than 24 notice with cops involved? Help!

As of 8:00pm last night, there was no notice on my door. This morning there was and somehow she has already arranged cops to be there. and has slandered me somehow. I have documented her discrimination for my disability. She charges me more rent than anyone, she makes fun of my Asperger's in... View More

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answered on Mar 31, 2024

I'm sorry to hear you are dealing with such a difficult and stressful situation with your landlord. Here are a few key points regarding your rights and the situation:

- In most jurisdictions, landlords are required to give at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit,...
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Q: I paid my rent in advance for 5+ years. I just found out my trailer park changed owners and is evicting me.

I paid in cash. I don't have the receipt. The park changed owners. The new owners are proposing plans to build an apartment complex on the lot my trailer is in. I've been out of town for several months and am just now finding out.

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answered on Mar 30, 2024

It sounds like you're in a challenging situation. Without a receipt for your prepaid rent, proving the advance payment to the new owners can be difficult. However, there are still steps you can take to address this issue. Begin by gathering any evidence that could support your claim, such as... View More

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Q: If I took over a rental lease for over a year that is not in my name. Can they kick me out? And do I have time to move?

The lease holder for the apartment unit is threatening to change the locks and want the place back. Can they do that, and do I have legal rights to stay or find another place for me and my kids.

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answered on Feb 27, 2024

If you've been living in a rental unit under a lease that's not in your name, your situation is a bit complex. The original leaseholder cannot just change the locks and kick you out without following the proper legal eviction process. This process varies by location but generally includes... View More

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Q: My gf has slept over for a few nights, my landlord/roommate is now harassing me at work over this, can i file a lawsuit?

My girlfriend has stayed the night inconsistently over the last week, my roommate is my landlord and is bothered by this. He attempted to talk to me but i didnt have time to listen as i was headed to work, and then he decided to contact my workplace and harass me in an attempt to get me suspended... View More

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answered on Jan 27, 2024

In Nevada, landlords must respect the rights and privacy of their tenants. If your landlord, who is also your roommate, is harassing you at your workplace over a personal matter, this could potentially be considered tenant harassment. However, the specifics of your lease agreement, including any... View More

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Q: How long do I have to move when I have been living somewhere in exchange for work but they have leased the property!?

I have been working for the owner for almost a year now and he ended up leasing the place to someone else who wants me out. How long do I have to get a new place because they only have me 2 days notice

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answered on Dec 12, 2023

In Nevada, without a written lease, you may be classified as a tenant at will, subject to termination with a typical 30-day notice. If your work was linked to the owner's business, your living arrangement might be seen as a fringe benefit of employment, ending upon termination. There could be... View More

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Q: I was evicted out of MY mobile home with a immediate eviction order. I was never served a 24 hour eviction.

I was never served a 24 hou notice pitor to this imediate eviction notice.

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answered on Dec 4, 2023

In Nevada, landlords are required to give tenants a 24-hour notice to quit before they can file an eviction notice with the court. If you were evicted without being served a 24-hour notice to quit, you may have legal grounds to challenge the eviction.

Here are some steps you can take:...
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Q: H! I've been without hot water for a month now in my las Vegas apartment. Am I expected to continue to pay rent in full?

No hot water for a month. They say they have no idea what the issue is but they also don't offer any accommodations for the lack of hot water. I have to boil water to bathe. I'm also autistic with sensory sensitivity so this is extremely overwhelming

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answered on Nov 15, 2023

In Nevada, landlords must provide habitable housing, including hot water. If your landlord has failed to provide hot water for a month, you may be entitled to rent abatement, which means you may not have to pay the total rent for the time you were without hot water.

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Q: How can I get out of a misleading lease with undisclosed surveillance in Nevada?

I signed a lease two weeks ago for a furnished rental home, under the impression that I was leasing the entire private residence, as the lease lists only me as the tenant and does not mention shared occupancy or common areas. After moving in, I discovered a surveillance camera inside the home... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2025

What you're dealing with sounds like a serious breach of trust and possibly your legal rights as a tenant. If the lease does not mention shared living or surveillance, and these were not disclosed before you signed, that could be grounds for misrepresentation. Hidden or undisclosed cameras... View More

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Q: What to do after receiving eviction notices in Nevada with unresolved plumbing issues?

I received two 5-day eviction notices in Nevada, one about a week after the other, both due to non-payment of rent. I accidentally threw out the paperwork. I'm living in a property with severe plumbing issues since last June, including sewage backing up from pipes, which is affecting my... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

First, you should address the eviction notices by reviewing the situation and ensuring that the landlord has formally served them to you. In Nevada, a 5-day notice typically gives you time to pay the rent or resolve the issue, but since the notices are related to non-payment and you’ve had... View More

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Q: Can my landlord charge me months after my lease ended?

I have a question regarding my security deposit and lease obligations. My lease ended at the end of January, and the new property owners, RE/MAX, took over in the last 2-3 years. After a 12-year tenancy, I received a 30-day no-cause eviction notice at the end of February, with no prior written... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

In Nevada, landlords typically have up to 30 days after you move out to provide you with an itemized list of deductions from your security deposit. Since your lease ended in January and you received the eviction notice in February, it’s important to understand that the landlord can still charge... View More

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Q: How to handle asking daughter to leave without written agreement?

My 21-year-old daughter has been living in my house for the past 6 months, paying $250 in rent. She has been difficult to live with, and she planned to move to her grandmother's house by this Saturday. I asked her to return the keys today, but she threatened to call the police on me. There is... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

This is a tough and emotional situation, especially when it involves family. Even though there's no written agreement, the fact that your daughter has been paying rent means she may be seen as a tenant under Nevada law. That means you can't just ask her to leave immediately—you’ll... View More

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Q: Can landlord change amounts on 7-day notice after issue?

I have a rental agreement with my landlord for $1500 monthly rent, with late fees of $50 per day after the 3rd day. The 7-day notice stated I owed $1500 for February 1, 2025, plus $126 in late fees, amounting to $1626. However, my landlord now claims that $792 is for late fees.

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answered on Apr 11, 2025

That situation sounds really frustrating, especially when the numbers keep changing and you're trying to stay on top of things. In Nevada, once a landlord issues a 7-day notice for nonpayment of rent, they are expected to list an accurate amount due. If that amount changes significantly after... View More

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Q: Can a landlord share tenant info with police without notice in Nevada?

I would like to know if my landlord can legally provide our personal information to the local police department without informing us. Recently, the landlord shared a list of residents with the police, resulting in several arrests, even though there was no traffic stop or other direct contact to... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2025

In Nevada, landlords must respect tenant privacy, which includes giving 24 hours' notice before entering your rental unit unless there's an emergency. However, I couldn't find specific Nevada laws that directly address whether landlords can share tenant information with police... View More

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Q: Can my ex-husband evict me in Nevada despite owning 50% of house in divorce decree?

I am concerned about being evicted by my ex-husband within the next three days, even though our divorce decree states that I own 50% of the house. We agreed to sell the house, but the real estate agent informed me via text that the locks will be changed soon, claiming that I am not on the deed. I... View More

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answered on Mar 19, 2025

Having a divorce decree that says you get half of the sale proceeds does not vest title in your name. Talk to your attorney. However it does sound like the sale may take place soon, but you need to insure you will get your half of the sales price.

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Q: How to cancel an HOA contract I didn't agree to in Nevada?

How can I cancel a contract with an HOA that I believe I did not agree to? When purchasing the property, the real estate agent mentioned the HOA in passing with no details, and I never signed a document agreeing to the HOA's terms. I’ve been following the rules and paying monthly fees, but... View More

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answered on Mar 12, 2025

If you bought property subject to an HOA through recorded restrictions and/or a Master Deed, then you bought it subject to the HOA. And they can foreclose their liens which accrue over and over again every month. Did you not check the title prior to purchase? Real Estate Agents know little... View More

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Q: What to do if the landlord doesn't give 60 days notice for rent increase

I've been renting this property for 4 years and my 1 year lease for my property is over January 31, 2025. I asked to renew my lease again last month, which when I was told the rent will be increased. I was not given 60 days notice anytime before to let me know about the rent increase.

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

If your landlord failed to provide the required 60 days' notice for a rent increase, you may have legal grounds to contest the increase or negotiate new terms. Here's how you can address the situation:

1. Review Your Lease Agreement

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Q: Can a landlord charge $3 a day late for every day late

Rent hasn't been paid for many months, rent is $650 monthly. Plus, a $3 late fee for every day after the 5th of each month.

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answered on Aug 12, 2024

In Nevada, landlords are generally allowed to charge late fees for rent payments, but the fees must be reasonable and in accordance with state law. The law does not specify a strict maximum amount for late fees, but the fees must not be excessive or punitive.

A late fee of $3 per day could...
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Q: Can weekly hotel in nevada lock me out if I'm a couple hours late on rent
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answered on Aug 12, 2024

In Nevada, weekly or extended-stay hotels operate under a unique set of rules that blend elements of both tenant-landlord law and hotel regulations. Generally, if you are staying in a weekly hotel, your relationship with the property is more akin to that of a hotel guest rather than a traditional... View More

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