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June 2, 2025

[NY] How do I handle security deposits and disclosures in a New York lease?

Is the security deposit clause in my lease correct? Also, I know I need to include the bed bugs notice, lead paint notice, and notice of New York's good cause eviction law. Anything else that I’m missing?

NY Landlord-Tenant

June 2, 2025

[IL] How do I evict a non-paying tenant in Illinois?

I have a tenant who is delinquent - starting Jan till now she payed $700 of $1800 rent for Jan. Her lease ended on Aug 15th 2024 she is now on month to month according to the lease agreement. I sent her a 5-day notice for the delinquent rent.

IL Landlord-Tenant

June 2, 2025

[PA] [PA] How do I evict a tenant who vacated the property?

Hello, I’m reaching out regarding a tenant I have in Pennsylvania. The lease began on March 1, 2025, but I haven’t received any rent for April, and the tenant isn’t responding to any of my attempts to contact him. I served an official Notice to Pay or Quit on April 18, 2025, stating he must pay or vacate by April 28. There has still been no communication or payment. Also, the lease required a two-month deposit, but he only paid one month’s rent and one month’s deposit. He said he had a Zelle limit and promised to send the rest the next day. I realize now I was too trusting. With the 4/28 deadline approaching and still no word, I’m not sure how to confirm whether he’s moved out. Could you advise on the next legal steps, including confirming abandonment and regaining possession?

PA Landlord-Tenant

June 2, 2025

[MA] [MA] How do I evict my ex-girlfriend for non-payment and tampering with my property?

My ex-girlfriend is living in my residence and refusing to leave unless I take legal action. I'm following the proper legal process by issuing a notice to quit. We don’t have a written lease—she was never supposed to stay. I moved to Maine for a new job a month ago, and the plan was for her and our kids to come with me, then sell the house. The first week here, she told me she wasn’t moving and has since stopped paying any bills or contributing to the mortgage. Since we don’t have a lease agreement, what should I put for the “lease start date” on the notice to quit? Also, the residence, which is in Massachusetts, is still my mailing address and has most of my possessions. The “tenant” unplugged my security cameras and has been bringing unknown guests to the house without my knowledge or consent. Is there anything I can do about this during the eviction process?

MA Landlord-Tenant

June 2, 2025

[NY] [NY] How do I evict a non-paying tenant in New York?

I have a subletter that hasn't paid rent since December 2024.

NY Landlord-Tenant

June 2, 2025

[CA] [CA] Do I need to add specific language to a lease for a property in San Mateo County?

This is a CA lease. I need to add anything relevant and particular to San Mateo County. Can you do that for me? I don’t have the tenant yet, so much is left blank. But I want to get ahead of this task.

CA Landlord-Tenant

May 29, 2025

[FL] [FL] How do I get my family members off my property if there’s no lease?

How do I get family members off my property who took up residence while my father was alive and lived there for free?

FL Landlord-Tenant

May 28, 2025

[KS] How do I sublease a property my family trust owns to myself and my daughter?

I would appreciate advice on being able to sublease a property in the state of Kansas. The property is held in a trust with three beneficiaries: my two brothers and me. My brothers want me to be able to reside there for six months of the year. I want my adult daughter to also reside with me for a short time. We are currently staying there, and need advice on whether the brothers should be concerned about possible squatter issues, since we don’t have a lease. I need help finding the correct form for my situation and some advice regarding squatters’ risk.

KS Landlord-Tenant

May 22, 2025

How do I evict my roommate who’s not on the lease for failing to pay rent?

My mentally ill roommate, who is not on the lease, will not move out. I rented a room to her, and she has missed paying rent.

Landlord-Tenant

May 22, 2025

[CA] How do I evict a tenant for non-payment of rent in California?

My tenant has been in an active mental health crisis where she is delusional about everything, and she has not paid the rent. She previously told me she’d move out on May 1st. Since she hasn’t been home for a week and hasn't paid rent, how do I evict her? She had a six-month lease, and it's no longer valid.

CA Landlord-Tenant

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