I've inherited some property and on this property there is a family renting a home on the property.  They want to paint inside, buy a closet organizer, just to name a few things.  In the State of Virginia, what is my responsiblity to the tenants and what is their responsibilty?
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I believe in the state of Virginia you are responsible for the home being structurally sound, and all of the fixtures being functional and safe. (Electric, water, sewage, etc...) I know you would not be responsible for things such as closet organizers! As for the paint, you could benefit from them paintin! Most Va. landlords that allow painting stipulate permissable colors in the lease.
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There is a comprehensive FAQ at the nevadarentershotline.org listed in the source link below. Most of your questions should be answered there. You may also want to look up the Nevada Revised Statutes that pertain to Renter's Rights. They can be found at NRS 118A, also linked below.\n\nIf you still have quetions after looking at those websites, the nevadarentershotline.org site has links to several legal resources that you should consult.\n\nGood luck!
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address the people/company you are renting from. i am sure they could work something suitable out for you with your being able to move. they are reasonable people or should be. things happen beyond our control sometimes and i know they know that too. next time you get room mates have them added onto the lease with your leaser. that way you are not totally responsible for everything.
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Here is the link to the California Department of Real Estate Tenant Landlord Rights section.\n\nhttp://www.dca.ca.gov/legal/landlordbook/index.html
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The first website here provides you with some good general links. The second website that I have listed here links you to the actual statutes in the State of Nevada. I only skimmed through the statutes, but I did not see anything there that said that the landlord has "x" amount of days to repair things, etc. Double check your lease agreement, it may be stated in there. If not, double check with your local housing commission.
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How did they serve you? They would've had to serve you personally or through a family member. They usually send the summons and complaint to the sheriffs department of the county you were residing in or they thought you were residing in. The sheriff goes out to your house to serve you with the summons and complaint. If you don't live there and a new tenant does then the sheriff will send it back to the attorney who sent it to him as "Unable to Serve" with the reason why. However, if a family member lives there and says you live there but you are away, he will serve them with the documents for you, b/c you will eventually get back and get the papers.\n\nAsk that lawyer to provide you with the Affidavit of Service/Proof of Service. He has to. It's your right. Also I will assume you were driving with insurance. Call up the insurance company that provided you with coverage at the time and open up the claim for that accident. If you had insurance, they will cover you.\n\nAlso check on the police report, if it provides your insurance company information, such as an insurance code and/or policy number. Because if it did, than the attorney who represents the other driver, was lazy and didn't open up the claim himself with your insurance company. Especially if its visible. He should've known it was there.
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You apartment manager is responsible for the safety of the unit - you are responsible for your items inside of it.  I would suggest getting renters insuarance.  That will protect your items from flood damage, theft, etc.\n\nGood for you for thinking and planning ahead!
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When we rented we always called the landloard for any problem.  \nIf he told us to get things fixed I would ask for him to recommend the repair man.  When the repairman came I would ask the landlord to be there.  The landlord knew what was going on and he was the one who would OK any repairs and then pay the bills.  \nI do not know how you went about doing the repairs and if you would be responsible or not....Sorry...  \n\nI would think since it was a problem with the plumbing that it would be the landlords responsibility but I will bet that he is not willing to pay the bill now....
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whoever owns the house\nduh
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Go to City Hall and tell them your situation. Sometimes your local Chamber of Commerce can help. \n\nMy Parents had a renter who signed an agreement - but in your case (i don't know the technical term) there is a presumption of verbal contract.\n\nThe Renter would have to prove he did pay the rent with signed receipts.  Its your property, and anybody can be evicted for any number of reasons - especially if the rent is not paid.\n\nMy Parents went to City Hall - cant recall who they talked to - but signed an Eviction Form which the police delivered to the renter. The Police Department also enforced the eviction. (there may or may not be a small fee involved but its not much if any)\n\nIf this, or anyone elses answer is better.., is helpful be sure to click the Best Answer option for that person. (for anybody with a best answer). Too many people are asking questions and never give the best answer any credit at all.\n\nGood luck - I know how hard that situation must be.  DO NOT LISTEN TO SOB STORIES IF and only IF you have already been put off two or more times after trying to work with them.\n\nDO NOT GET THEM TO SIGN A RETRO DATED AGREEMENT FORM!  I'm no expert but Im pretty sure thats a bit underhanded if not illegal. Unless the Police or City Hall suggests it - DONT.
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It says that people who own private homes have a say in who resides with them within their own home.\n\nThe Federal Fair Housing Act applies to rental of residential real estate, but you would be hard pressed to find any state that would interfere with the right of an owner to decide on who they do or do not want living in their own private dwelling with them.\n\n"They could get into BIG trouble for doing that"\n\nNo they can't.  Almost every place in the country has state laws or local ordinances that exempt owner-occupied buildings and many times in buildings that have 2 to 5 units.  Why do you think newly constructed private residences aren't all handicapped accessible?  Because they are governed by the same basic principal ... that people have a right to do as they wish with and within their own home.
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you'll have to prove the whole story. i hope you did a move-in written walk through inspection and took a few pictures as a prudent person would do when renting a house.  otherwise, it's his money.
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As they say, Possession is nine tenths of the law, not majority rules. Basically they have told you to get out, but they have nothing to back that request up right? If they want you out so that they can sell the house and split the money that is fine, let them know that you will make sure that the house is presentable and available to show, and once the sale goes through you will move. Until that time let them know that you are not leaving.
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hi. I kind of do this for a living in Texas and don't know where you are, so the rules could be different.  I would suggest that you contact the contact person at the state and real-friendly-like start there by asking if you could get a copy of the "title work" they "ran" (conducted) to arrive at their ownership information.  This would be the easiest way to determine what the actual percentages owned by each person are under the two lots.\n\nIt sometimes happens that when land is deeded or willed out even to a group of people, the percentages of ownership can be unequal. For instance, if your grandparents passed the lots by their wills to their 10 children thusly,"I want my 5 sons and four daughters, Cindy, Amy, Sarah, and Sue to share and share alike in 75% of the lots, but I want my remaining daughter, Jean to have an undivided 25% of the lots b/c she took care of me in my old age."  Thus Jean would be entitled to 25% of the money from the state, and the others only divide up the remaining 75%.\n\nThis could happen if the 5 who deeded to the other 5 said it similarly, "We deed our interest 75% to our siblings Joe, John, Cindy and Sue, undivided, but deed the remaining undivided 25% to Jean, who took care of Dad."  See?\n\nHowever, if all the transfers were made equal and undivided amongst all 10, then the same way amongst the 5, then that one Aunt is out of luck. She may have gotten "ripped off" by having paid more to her siblings than the others did, but tho that would stink, it wouldn't get her more.  The deed wording controls.\n\nSo for you to be able to help: You have to see the documents that put the title into your uncles and aunts the way it stands today. If the state can't or won't help you, then go to a title company in the county where the land is and tell them you will pay for a title check, or a title insurance commitment.  Or go to a reputable real estate lawyer who can go to the county records and check them for you. It is a little expensive, but will shut Auntie up.\n\nGood luck. Remember--she may have a reason for thinking as she does, that goes beyond just greed. Old people often remember things that happened. I find talking to them very useful in my work.
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They can hold everything up, which is why this is such a hard spot to be in.  We studied the ways to inherit property when I got my real estate license.  This problem came up again and again as an example of what happens when parents leave property equally to all children.\n\nIf you can't reach them by phone and work it out, you'll have to get a lawyer.  Which is never good for family.\n\nYou are all joint tenants.  Two of you can sign over to the third, who will then be in joint tenancy with the 4th.  The first two will be out of the equation for any remaining decisions on the property, effectively the same relationship as before- just less people involved.\n\nYou can legally sell your shares to the third as well as give them away.  Good luck, I wish you well.
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If the super came and inspected your bathroom and did not take any action, I do not think that you can be held responsible. Are you a renter? If so, the damage is the landlord's responsibility. If you live in a condo, either the association or your condo owner's insurance should cover any damages.