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I have been dealing with a cunning roommate. Since last 1 year, he had been making noise and partying once or twice a week ruining my sleep. When i confronted him, he blamed me equally for keeping silent for so long. I couldn't really stay peacefully once I confronted him.
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answered on Mar 5, 2024
Suing a roommate for mental trauma and actions that discouraged potential replacements for your tenancy can be complex and challenging. In legal terms, to pursue a lawsuit for emotional distress, you would need to demonstrate that the roommate's actions were intentional or reckless, caused you... View More
He has been living with me since June 2022 but has an alchohol and crack cocaine addiction. He refuses to get help and refuses to leave when requested. He pays no rent and is not listed on my lease. He is no longer welcome in my home. Can I just change the locks and refuse him entry or am I... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2024
First let me say sorry to hear about the difficulties you're having with your son.
From what you say in your question, you could probably file for an ejectment to remove your son. He is over 18, doesn't pay rent to you, doesn't make any contribution to the household expenses.... View More
House not being registered for 14 years?
An eviction (started 6 months ago) was just dismissed, with forgiveness of past 6 months’ rent, due to the house illegally not being registered for 14 years.
Can the landlord be sued for past 14 years rent (over $100.000), for not telling... View More
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answered on Jan 30, 2024
In New Jersey, if a rental property is not properly registered, it can have significant legal implications for the landlord. In your case, where an eviction was dismissed and past rent forgiven due to the property's lack of registration for 14 years, you might be considering legal action... View More
She deducted $350 off the rent
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
In New Jersey, tenants generally need to obtain the landlord's permission before making alterations to the rental property. If the tenant's son, who is a plumber, replaced a bathroom faucet without notifying you as the landlord, it may constitute an unauthorized alteration. Deducting $350... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
In New Jersey, landlords are required to follow specific legal procedures before evicting a tenant. A tenant must be served with an eviction notice, which could be a Notice to Quit or a Notice to Cease, depending on the reason for eviction. If the tenant fails to comply or rectify the issue, the... View More
Our sister lives in the house and pays for no repairs or anything.
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answered on Dec 19, 2023
In a situation where a property is jointly owned by family members, it is possible to charge rent to a sibling living in the property. However, this decision must be agreed upon by all co-owners of the property.
The terms of such an arrangement, including the amount of rent and... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2023
In New Jersey, the rules and regulations regarding rent increases are governed by state laws and local ordinances. Here are some general guidelines that apply to rent increases in New Jersey:
1. Notice Requirement: Landlords in New Jersey must provide tenants with adequate notice before... View More
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.
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?
Also my town is not rent controlled. Thanks in advanced !
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
To increase the rent on a month-to-month lease when your town isn't rent-controlled, you typically need to provide your tenants with a proper notice of rent increase. This notice should be in writing and should specify the amount of the increase, as well as when the new rent will take effect.... View More
Owner occupied landlord with single tenant who's s been on rental assistance for 4 years. Out of about 48 months, I've been told 42 checks have been either mailed or have been approved to be mailed, but I've received only 7. No checks in the last year. When I speak to the state,... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
In this challenging situation, it's important to document all communications with the state agency and the tenant regarding the rental assistance payments. Keep records of all correspondence, including dates, names of officials you spoke with, and the details of the conversations. This... View More
Eviction is non-payment of rent. Civil suit is property damage and non payment of last month of rent. Both were forced to leave under bad conditions are very disgruntled. Eviction is scheduled for April 2 and civil trial with previous tenant is April 5.
answered on Mar 10, 2024
The tenant you are evicting can testify. You can ask him about his eviction for impeachment purposes, to show bias against you.
There were two tenants on lease, one is leaving. Other one will continue, update the lease to only one tenant and how the security deposit will be handed.
answered on Nov 1, 2023
A L-T attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. It could be difficult to review leases or other documents with the format here, which is basically short form Q & A. If you are still seeking assistance with this, you could supplement your own searches with the... View More
I already paid my last month rent. Can I ask the landlord to return my deposit with 7% interest per annum ?
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answered on Oct 12, 2023
In New Jersey, landlords are generally required to place security deposits in an interest-bearing account or trust. The law typically mandates that the interest earned be either returned to the tenant annually or deducted from the rent, depending on the terms of the lease. If your landlord did not... View More
in NJ, my tenant was issued a "warrant of removal" and now has 33 days to vacate the property or the tenants belongings would be considered abandoned. How many times within the 33 days do I have to let them have entry?
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answered on Oct 9, 2023
In New Jersey, if a tenant abandons property after vacating or eviction, landlords must give written notice describing the property and allow the tenant 33 days to claim it. During this time, the landlord should provide reasonable access for the tenant to retrieve their belongings. If the tenant... View More
My lease ends Sep 30, 2023. My landlord sent me an extension/renewal lease on Sep 1, which reflected a $50 monthly increase. I told him I was rejecting the increase due to insufficient notice.
He follows up with a new extension/renewal lease, which will renew my lease on 12/20/23 at the... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2023
Typically, the lease will continue month to month at the rental rate specified in the lease. Be aware that such rental rate may be different than the rental rate for the term of the lease. It is fairly common for a lease to provide that the rent will be 150% of the rent specified for the term of... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2023
Every NJ lease whether oral or written is deemed to have a provision of quiet enjoyment. Except for emergency reasons such as leaking water or gas, no one can enter your apartment without your consent.
answered on Sep 13, 2023
No you should not have agreed to follow HOA rules without first receiving and reviewing them. When asked, I always caution clients to obtain and read extrinsic documents like HOA rules, T&Cs, addenda, etc. before signing any agreement incorporating those items because, once you sign it,... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2023
It depends on the language of your lease and the extent of the roach problem. Many leases specifically provide that the tenant has inspected the premises before signing and accepts its condition as suitable. Other leases provide that the tenant shall inspect the premises upon moving in and shall... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2023
The first question is whether this is a legal unit.
Did the Landlord give occupancy permit which includes a smoke detector certification?
Is there a written lease? Did you pay a security deposit? Did the Landlord provide you with the name of the bank where the deposit is being held?... View More
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