Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

didn't have a signed lease
I recently purchased a four unit home from my father. none of the tenants have signed leases. one tenant moved out today without telling me, didn not return the keys to the home and had the locks changed. i am unable to get into the home at this time, however i was able to look into the windows and noticed that changes had been made to the walls and the blinds were taken. No forwarding address or phone number was left.

Asked on 9/29/01, 12:58 am

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Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

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Re: didn't have a signed lease

Your first mistake was buying the property without resolving the issue of the tenants. You now have a huge job. Speak with each of the tenants, clarify what they believe their present status is; you will need to have leases prepared and possibly evictions will need to be accomplished. In my opinion, you certainly will need the assistance of an attorney to work out this complicated situation. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, before you take any further action, you should contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. I will be happy to assist you. However, you need to call me at 856-546-8010. If you mention LawGuru, there will be no charge for your first consultation. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

Answered on 11/07/01, 9:11 am

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