icon Increase unnecessary rent by my landlord

I m runna shop.since last 10 years now on rent. Recently my landlord increased rent by 20 percent and said pay or leave. We do 11 month lease. She already said that she will increase the rent next yea


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According to the law, no tenant is obligated to pay the landlord an amount exceeding the fair rent of the premises, unless it is a lawful increase as per the provisions of the state-specific Tenancy Act or Rent Control Act. Disputes between tenants and landlords are typically resolved under the applicable Rent Control Act, where a Rent Controller or Additional Rent Controller is appointed to handle disputes arising from rental agreements.

Given the current circumstances, if you a ...ReadMore

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icon Father expired property division to be done amongst 6 members

Father expired property division to be done amongst 6 members. No will written. 2 members not cooperating in filing application for division or changing the names on present property document. All are


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To claim your share in the mentioned property as a legal heir or coparcener, you have the option to file a partition suit before the competent Civil Court. In this suit, you can request the court to issue an order for the partition of the intestate property. This legal action is a means to divide the property among the legal heirs and ensure each party receives their rightful share.

However, it's important to consider factors such as the litigation cost associated with filing a p ...ReadMore

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icon Can we change names on Sale deed before land registration.

I have booked a plot along with my spouse and I'm the one making all the payments. Although the sale deed has been made on both our names. My question is can we change and make myself as sole owner at


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If you wish to change the buyer's name in the sale deed before its execution and registration with the registering authority, you can do so, but it is subject to a revision in the Agreement to Sell that was initially executed between the buyers (you and your spouse) and the sellers/builders at the time of booking the flat. Failing to update the agreement may lead to disputes in the future.

To effect this change, you would typically need to cancel the earlier Agreement to Sell, wh ...ReadMore

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icon Money lender charging 10% interest per month

Hello, Please help me, as I don't know what to do about this issue. My wife has taken a loan from a person living in our vicinity. She had taken a sum of 1lac 60 thousand @ 10% interest per MONTH, ie


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Engaging in money lending or any financial transactions without the required license or permission from the relevant regulatory authorities, such as RBI or SEBI, may lead to legal consequences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). This legislation is designed to combat the criminal act of legitimizing income/profits derived from illegal sources.

Under Section 3 of the PMLA, 2002, anyone directly or indirectly involved in processes or activities connected with ...ReadMore

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icon Telegram prepaid Task scam

After filing a complaint on cyber crime portal. I was notified that the amount is on hold. Does this mean that I will get the money. What are the chances of the refund. How to file a FIR with police a


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When you report a scam to the cybercrime cell and receive messages indicating that a certain amount of scams have been put on hold, it implies that authorities have frozen funds in the account of the suspected person or entity involved in the crime. The account holder is restricted from accessing the funds or conducting any transactions. To gather more information on these messages, it is recommended to contact both the bank and the cybercrime cell. The hold on the funds will pers ...ReadMore

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icon To know whether mobile tower can be installed by builder

As the right of terrace is toward builder can he install mobile tower by himself without permission of appartment members ?.


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The rooftops of a building, also known as open terraces, are considered part of the common area and are meant for the use of all floor owners in a multi-storied building. Legally, a builder cannot sell or utilize the terrace for personal gains in a multi-storied building, as it is designated as common space for all floor owners.

In the given situation, you and other flat owners can consider serving a legal notice to the builder, expressing your concerns and objections. Additional ...ReadMore

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icon Buying a property without legal heir certificate

Original owner (died) One of owner's son also dead. Before owner's death he gave part of land to his daughter (daughter has land ragistry of the same). His remaining 2 sons and dead son's wife is sell


A. Dear Client,

A legal heir certificate is a crucial document that identifies the legal heirs of a deceased person. It is issued by the Municipal Authority or Tehsildar upon application by any or all of the legal heirs. The application typically includes an affidavit declaring the names of the legal heirs, and it asserts that there are no additional legal heirs.

Before purchasing a property, it is essential to conduct a thorough examination of the property's title and encumbrance status through ...ReadMore

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icon Can i renew my Ews Certificate Before One Year or Before Expiry Date

I am Applying for Nicmet Exam and they are asking for EWS certificate After 1st April 2024 but last month I renewed my Certificate and Date mentioned was 16 February 2024... So Can i renew my Certific


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The validity of an EWS (Economically Weaker Section) certificate is one year, and it needs to be renewed within that period to remain valid. The Certificate of Income and Assets is applicable for one financial year. If an EWS certificate is issued in any month, it remains valid until the 31st of March of the next year. For example, if an EWS certificate is issued in February 2024, its validity extends until the 31st of March 2025. It is crucial to be aware of and adhere to the spe ...ReadMore

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icon Gave money to a friend as he lost his job, who is not responding when I ask back

Helped a friend and his wife as they asked money, 17 thousand who promised will return when he gets the job, now it's been 5 years so far returned only 4 thousand, he and wife both not answering my c


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Based on the current information, it seems there may not be a straightforward legal remedy or relief to recover the money lent to your friend, especially if there is no documentation or agreement in place. However, one potential step is to serve a legal notice to your friend, formally demanding the repayment of the remaining loan amount. It's important to note that the success of such a notice can vary, and it may or may not prompt the desired response from your friend. Consulting ...ReadMore

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icon Money

My father gave an amount to my uncle by selling more than 500gm gold to buy a property. In return my uncle promised that when the property will be sold I will give u 500 gm gold money. Now the propert


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Without a written Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or agreement between the parties, obtaining a remedy or relief through litigation may not be feasible based on the current available information. However, one possible course of action is to serve a legal notice to your uncle. This formal communication can articulate your grievances, intentions, and any demands you may have, serving as a preliminary step before considering legal proceedings. It is advisable to consult with a lega ...ReadMore

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