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Hi, No problems, just want to do things right! (The lease does not state anything regarding the signing of receipts.) Thanks, Donald

I want to get everyone's opinion regarding rent receipts. Is it necessary to have the tenant sign the rent receipt as well as myself (landlord)? I have just been signing them myself and noting their check number (or cash when cash is paid) on the receipt. I can't seem to find any literature...

Responsible Unless the plaintive can prove beyond resonable doubt that someone from your upstairs tenant's party dented the hood, I wouldn't worry about it, he probably has no case. But it wouldn't hurt to get professional legal advice on the matter. Donald

Thanks for the suggestion!

lease ending... Hi, (standard disclaimer, I'm no lawyer but..!) A lease is an agreement to stay in a apartment for a set period of time. So, unless the lease states so otherwise, it should not be assumed that you will stay longer than the original time stated in the lease nor should it...

Lease Question Well, I'm no lawyer but I'd assume that because you have been voluntarily paying your rent on time, that you would be bound by law to a "verbal lease". It'll be pretty tough for you to tell a judge that a lease is not valid since you have been paying on it... Donald

bathroom not working I believe it is within reason to withhold the rent because non-working facilities is a breach of contract between the 2 of you. You can always contact your local town/city hall and request that your dwelling be inspected. The bathroom will most likely trigger a request...

Hello, I have a (pregnant) tenant who signed a 1 year lease in my home (upstairs) in which I also reside (downstairs). During the tenant interview, she asked if she was allowed to have guests. My reply was yes provided the guest did not move in with her. If they were to move in with her...

Hello, I recently purchased a home and I am renting out the upstairs apartment and occupying the lower. I want to familiarize myself with general landlord/tenant law in New York State. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks, Donald