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Can I get my full rent payment back on my sublease if I found out about a cockroach problem after moving in?

This depends on the terms of the sublease and the responsibilities of the subtenant.  …

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Siegel & Siegel, P.C. answered 11 months ago

What to do if my tenant does not want to pay rent for days of emergency construction?

The tenant is referring to what is known as a constructive eviction.  Generally, if …

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Richard Chertock answered 1 year ago

Can a landlord deny a tenant access to a basement where the circuit breakers and shut off valves are located?

The landlord has legal obligations to provide the apartment in habitable condition, including taking …

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Joseph Gasparrini answered 1 year ago

If repairs were not properly made to my apartment, can that fact be used to offset the costs of re-painting?

You don't want to sue to not pay something.  However, if the complex pursues damages against …

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MacGregor Lyon, LLC. answered 1 year ago

When my tenant vacates, do I have to give interest along with the security when they leave?

In many states, the law requires that a landlord pay interest on security deposits …

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Joseph Gasparrini answered 1 year ago