If the landlord is requiring you to vacate the property by a certain date and you do not occupy the property beyond that date, then you are not responsible for rent or utilities beyond that date.

Because she owns property in North Carolina, she is subject to North Carolina's jurisdiction. I would file suit in North Carolina. However, if you are using small claims, suit can only be filed in the county where she resides. Thus, you would have to sue her in Virginia.

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answered on May 18, 2017

The same as any tenant - you have to be evicted which takes much longer than 2 weeks. If your step brother tries to change locks or otherwise violate your rights, you should take appropriate legal action against him.

You are only responsible for utilities through the end of the term of your lease, unless there is a provision in your written lease that requires otherwise. When you terminate your utilities, confirm that no actions may be taken on your account by anyone except you.

Did you provide written notice that smoke detectors weren't working? That's the 15 day period you're talking about in NC Gen. Stat. Section 42-42. 15 days after receipt of written notification.

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The landlord can sue you for the rent due and any other amounts that would be due under the lease. If the landlord has a security deposit, the security deposit can be applied to nonpayment of rent and utilities, along with any damages or repair costs incurred by the landlord.

The landlord tenant statutes in North Carolina are located at NCGS Chapter 42. You probably want to review 42-42. You can access the full text of all statutes on the North Carolina General Assembly website.

You'll need to vacate the premises when given proper notice by either the current owner or the new owner. On a month to month basis, the notice period is seven days.If you haven't vacated by the end of that period, the owner, new or old, can file an action to evict you.

The written lease should say under exactly what circumstances the lease can be altered. Generally, the answer would be no, unless the lease allows for a change to be made under certain conditions. If the landlord believes you are in breach of the lease because of an issue with your dog, they need... View More

Generally yes, this is legal. If your one year lease period has terminated and is now month to month, only 7 days notice is required. See if your lease agreement says something to the contrary.

North Carolina General Statute § 42-14. Notice to quit in certain tenancies.

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Generally yes, this is legal. If your one year lease period has terminated and is now month to month, only 7 days notice is required. See if your lease agreement says something to the contrary.

North Carolina General Statute § 42-14. Notice to quit in certain tenancies.

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You need to get a court order. Your first step is contacting a lawyer, I think.

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If your rent is paid in full and your are otherwise in compliance with the lease, then there is no basis for eviction. You cannot withhold rent for any reason. Tender your rent now and the landlord should withdraw the eviction. If the landlord persists, you will need to attend the hearing and... View More

Typically leases allow a certain number of people to reside in the residence. If the original lease did not allow your residency, then the tenants are in violation of the lease. Since the property is already under lease, this is really like the landlord is renting out a specific space to you. So,... View More

If you are referring to having an eviction on your credit record, then no, there is no ability to have it removed. However, if you pay the amount due, then it should show as paid. Unfortunately your question is not clear as it says you have paid every month. If so, I am not about why there was an... View More

You need to know what's wrong with it before you have a case. Just because it ran fine before doesn't mean it's fine now.

File a complaint with the HOA.

Your lease will specify whether these late fees are permitted and who is responsible for maintaining the facilities.

You'll need to file a summary ejectment action in small claims court to evict your nephew. Once the date for his departure passes, you can file the action.

You may not withhold rent in North Carolina for the failure of the landlord to fulfill her responsibilities. You may, however, file a small claims action to enforce the North Carolina statutes to provide fit and habitable premises. Depending on the condition and the issue, the court may order rent... View More

It sounds like a ploy to keep you in the house. Ask her to sell you the house or to commit to a contract to convey the house to you. She likely won't and that will tell you something. If she should express willingness, have a lawyer draft or review the contracts to protect you from overreach... View More