I identified the leak on 23 Jan, 24 jan woke up to no water for the first half of the AM. Contacted the property manager (PM) 25Jan and water dept. Water dept confirmed a leak. 25Jan let PM know there is a leak an my water pressure is very low . They schedule a plumber for 28Jan. They send someone... View More 
answered on Feb 1, 2021
In NC the duty to pay rent is separate from the landlord's duty to repair. You still need to pay rent, and you need to sue the landlord to get a reduced rate for the time the leak was present.
answered on Jan 18, 2021
Insurance is a choice unless the land is mortgaged and then it is normally contractually required. As to who may be responsible, this sounds like you do not have a formal lease in place. I highly recommend having the church sign a formal lease and specifying in that lease the parties'... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2021
Provided that you were allowed to sub-let in your contract with your landlord, then yes, once your lease with your tenant expires, you can evict her.
Is the legal during the pandemic?
They still expect me to pay this month's rent and have a deposit & first months rent in 30 days for another place. Is there any protection during COVID-19 at this time for tenants?
answered on Jan 4, 2021
There is nothing that requires your landlord to renew your lease in any of the pandemic laws. Unfortunately, there are little to no protections for tenants whose lease has expired.
What can be done
answered on Dec 30, 2020
Depending on the lease, the new Landlord can then file for eviction after the 30 days expires. I would have to review the lease to answer this question with more specificity.
He was wanting to purchase the property and at one time I had considered it but have changed my mind it is the only thing I own. He is aggressive and says we had a verbal agreement. Is that a binding agreement I never gave him exact amount or had it appraised.
answered on Dec 29, 2020
I would have to speak with you about what the verbal agreement may have been, but if you want to evict go down to the local magistrate's office and file an eviction. Speak to a local lawyer to get a better answer about the verbal agreement and eviction options.
I have it on recording wat do I do
answered on Dec 29, 2020
Your landlord is likely under no obligation to renew your lease. If they are unwilling to renew I would probably accept the offer of a Uhaul and hotel and find a new place to live.
The conversation was about their refusal to pay rent and after the call ended he texted my husband that he recorded the conversation. Can that be used against us when we evict ?
answered on Dec 21, 2020
Yes it is legal in North Carolina to record a conversation as long as one party knows its being recorded. It certainly could be used in any court proceeding.
answered on Dec 17, 2020
A North Carolina attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for a week. The most straightforward way is to simply ask your attorney. When I file suit, I give clients a copy of the summons and complaint for their records. Depending on the court system involved, it's possible... View More
I cannot afford 1000 rent fir the house and 200 for the building my problem is he and his friend hang out in the building almost everyday its drug u g me crazy is this legal
answered on Dec 3, 2020
It depends on your lease, but it definitely sounds like your landlord may be violating your right to quiet enjoyment. Go see a local lawyer and have them review the paperwork and give you their opinion of your options.
My family moved to North Carolina from West Coast. We signed a lease after looking at photos and description on Zi****.com but when we arrived almost every wall inside the house was spot painted. Landlord offered to repaint the house which we really appreciated but our family would had to stay in a... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2020
Without reading your lease and the communication prior to the signing of the lease I cant give an opinion on your options. Take all of the related documents to a local lawyer and they can give you your options.
answered on Nov 17, 2020
No, the new owners would be buying the house subject to your lease.
It's a huge home that's not had any interest from potential buyers the entire decade I've been squatting there... although the powers always on and I've only had one encounter with the real estate agent that is employed by a company... I live in a little town where mansions are... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2020
You need to "squat" for a minimum of 20 years before you could bring an action to have the house transferred to your name.
verbal agreement with our cousin over five-plus years ago to live in the (questionable habitable) house rent-free. We are not interested in being landlords and very concerned about the habitability of the property. We would like assistance with the rights of both parties.
answered on Oct 17, 2020
Under your scenario, provided that you are now the owners of the property you have the right to revoke your cousin's ability to live there. There is likely a very minimal landlord-tenant relationship, so I would give at least a 7-day notice and hope that your cousin agrees to moe out otherwise... View More
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answered on Oct 7, 2020
Yes all adult occupants should be joined and served. Minor occupants will usually go with their Parents. If all adults are not known, serve the unknown parties as "Occupant".
The abandoned office is in Charlotte NC and was their only NC office. There is nobody here to receive the summons. Their HQ is in GA, where we know the summons will be received. I tried to file but the small claims clerk led me to believe that serving the HQ in GA would be problematic and out of... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2020
You cannot file in small claims court if the defendant is not a resident of the same county. Your only option is the district court, sorry.
my leasing office is unresponsive and I've been trying to get a sublease on but I cant get a response
answered on Oct 2, 2020
Try contacting smaller firms, this is not likely something that you would need to pay large firm prices for anyways. Most landlord/tenant disputes never make it before a judge and are settled in front of the magistrate. Unless you are talking and a very large case any general practice lawyer is... View More
I moved into my home in February the first day I’ve moved in my roof has been leaking every time it rains heavy or constant my landlord claims every time the spot is patched but then it’s leaking once again. I’ve been paying him since now I’m tired of this spot leaking every time it rains... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2020
You can never decide to withhold rent in NC.
What you need to do is ensure that you have made a written request for the repair (email or letter). Then have waited a reasonable amount of time to get it fixed. Then report the landlord to the local housing authority. They have the power to... View More
The lease with him is an implied one, dependent upon his employment. She has never paid a dime here. What should I do?
answered on Sep 22, 2020
Given that there is no official lease between you and your employee, there is not much you can do as the law would say that your employee has the right to allow others to live there or even sub-lease from your employee. You need to get an official lease in place between you and your employee that... View More
It hasn't been took care of and I am afraid codes will fine me for not mowing property. Abandoned home in the neighborhood.
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answered on Sep 3, 2020
You have not stated what estate you and the Deceased owned (tenants in common, life estate/remainder, etc.). The Deceased's Heirs own his share, if any. Did he have issue? If so, they are tenants with you. What about your Parents? You probably need a competent attorney to record an... View More
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