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Can new ownership charge me for utilities after the fact?

In order to answer your question concerning utility charges for your unit, you need …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If my mom has had tenants in her home for the last 2 years and she sells it to someone else, what legal action needs to take place if the tenants do not leave the property?

First, are the tenants on a month-to-month lease or a term lease with time …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can my roommate sue me for breaking a lease if I am evicted?

Yes, your roommate can sue you for breaking the lease that you two share …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

If I am not on the lease agreement and want to leave ASAP, am I requrired by law to give a 30 day notice?

If you are not on a written lease--but are paying rent (e.g. are not …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can I ask my landlord to replace my thermostat because it has mercury in it and barely works anyway?

Unfortunately, you landlord is not obligated to replace a mercury thermostat as a general …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago