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Do the Non-Smoking Laws Apply to Legalized Marijuana?

Since the legalization of marijuana, many landlords are finding it hard to find a clear delineation on whether or not…

8 years ago

The Civil Risks of a Landlord

A landlord has a lot of responsibility, including providing a safe and secure place for his tenants to live. In…

9 years ago

Can you Sue your Landlord?

Florida backs up renters by giving them the opportunity to sue their landlord if they are not being treated right.…

10 years ago

Oral Modifications to Written Lease/Rental Agreements: Are They Valid? Vol. 1

I have been approached lately with the issue of oral modifications made outside the main written lease/rental agreement and what…

11 years ago

Loan Modification, Stipulated Judgment, Deed in Lieu,…What do you do?

Loan Modification, Stipulated Judgment, Cash for Keys,...What do you do? It is best to talk to an attorney before you…

11 years ago

Construction Liens, Landlords, and Tenants

Construction Liens, Landlords, and Tenants A landlord can be liable for a construction lien (or mechanics' liens) if the landlord…

11 years ago

Will a Tenant get their security deposit?

By: J. Mason Williams IV I have been asked several times whether a person can get their security deposit back.…

12 years ago

Laws Regarding Home Fencing

This spring homeowners may be thinking about sprucing up their properties’ curb appeal. Fences are a popular choice among homeowners…

12 years ago

Beach Easements: Are Private Beaches Truly Private?

Rhode Island, known as the Ocean State, has a beautiful coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.  Its private and public beaches…

12 years ago

Do you always have to pay rent?

The short answer is no, you don't always have to pay your rent, but the circumstances that allow you to…

12 years ago