Real Estate, Housing & Construction
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What are my rights if my insurance denied a roof claim after a storm but my neighbor’s similar claim was approved?
If you are in Kansas and your insurer denied a storm-related roof claim while a neighbor’s similar claim was approved, that can feel unfair. In general, though, the fact that another homeowner received payment does not a...
Can a landlord charge me for changing locks because I lost one key but returned the others?
In Ohio, a landlord may be able to charge for lock changes or key replacement if the lease says tenants must return all keys, if the missing key creates a security concern, or if the lease makes the tenant responsible fo...
My neighbor installed a camera that records audio on our shared porch. Is that allowed?
In Maryland, a neighbor’s camera on a shared porch may be allowed in some situations, but audio recording can raise additional privacy concerns. The answer often depends on where the camera is pointed, whether the porch...
Is it legal for a landlord to increase rent without giving 30 days’ notice?
In Michigan, whether a landlord can increase rent without giving 30 days’ notice usually depends on the type of rental agreement and the facts of the tenancy. In general, a landlord may be able to raise rent when a lease...
What happens if my spouse refuses to sign a deed transferring the house after divorce?
In Connecticut, if a divorce judgment or property settlement says one spouse must transfer a house, a refusal to sign a deed does not usually end the matter. The divorce order may still control, and the court may have wa...
A delivery driver hit my mailbox and the company won’t respond. What’s my next move?
If a delivery driver damaged your mailbox in Tennessee and the company is not responding, the situation usually starts as a property-damage claim. In general, the key issue is whether you can show who caused the damage,...
Do I have to leave by the end of a 30-day notice if I have nowhere else to go?
In Oregon, a 30-day notice usually means the landlord is telling you that the tenancy is ending, but it does not always mean you must move out immediately on day 30 without any further process. In many situations, the la...
Can I Get My Deposit Back If the Venue Canceled My Event?
In Georgia, whether you can get your deposit back after a venue cancels your event usually depends on the contract, the reason for the cancellation, and what money was paid as a deposit versus a nonrefundable booking fee...
Is it legal for a landlord to threaten eviction after I reported harassment by another tenant?
In Washington, a landlord generally should not use eviction threats as punishment for a tenant’s good-faith complaint about harassment or other habitability problems. In many situations, a threat to evict after a tenant...
Do I have to leave after a notice to quit if the landlord has not scheduled a court hearing?
In Alabama, a notice to quit usually does not, by itself, mean you are already evicted. In general, a notice to quit is a landlord’s written demand that you leave the rental unit or fix a lease problem within a stated ti...
What happens if my security camera records audio of guests talking inside my living room?
In California, a security camera that records audio inside your living room can raise significant privacy issues, even if the camera was installed for home security. Whether the recording is lawful usually depends on the...
Neighbor’s dog keeps getting loose and scratched my car. Can animal control help with property damage?
In Georgia, animal control may be able to help if a neighbor’s dog is repeatedly running loose, creating a nuisance, or violating local animal control rules. Whether animal control can do anything about the car damage it...
Do I have to call the police if I discover a hidden camera in an Airbnb rental?
If you discover a hidden camera in an Airbnb rental in New York, you generally are not legally required in every situation to call the police just because you found it. But in many cases, contacting law enforcement may b...
What happens if my landlord shuts off my electricity because I complained about repairs?
If a landlord shuts off your electricity because you complained about repairs, that may be considered a serious housing rights issue in New Mexico. In general, a landlord is not supposed to use utility shutoffs as a way...
What are my rights if I was injured in an elevator that dropped suddenly?
If you were injured in an elevator that dropped suddenly in Maryland, you may have the right to seek compensation for your injuries if someone else’s negligence contributed to the incident. In general, possible responsib...