Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
Right to Collect Rent
I own a 2 family that my mother lives in, with her having use of the home for as long as she lives. There is a rental unit with her collecting the rent. By law can I obtain the rent and use it for the upkeep of the home? She is eldery and starting to get senile.No repairs are being done.
Asked on 12/29/01, 8:27 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Kaplan
Robert Kaplan, P.C.
Re: Right to Collect Rent
Yes, as owner of the house, you are entitled to collect rent and use it as you see fit.
Answered on 12/30/01, 12:35 am