Rental Assistance Dispute Resolution

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In New Jersey, landlords are responsible for collecting rent. If rental assistance was approved and lost, its generally not your responsibility to repay. If you have proof of payment, you can dispute any claim of non-payment. If your landlord continues to demand payment, you might need legal representation. Consider consulting a local attorney for further advice. Organizations like Legal Services of New Jersey and Volunteer Lawyers for Justice offer pro bono services. Check their eligibility criteria.

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my girl friend had got awarded rental assistance for 3 months it came to like * thosand dollars and were months later were informed buy the property manager that he never got the money. Months later after that the owners had us to come to court.Because were was dealing with a rental assistance problem we knew we had nothing to do with the check being lost so we had agreed to pay some of the check back.Then we realized that. We shouldn't be paying anything and we stop paying. Now the knew owners are still trying to get us to pay.
Hello **** ****, it seems you're dealing with a complex issue. Could you please tell me in which state you are located so that I can provide more accurate information? This will help me to understand the specific laws applicable to your situation.
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Hello **** ****. In New Jersey, landlords have the duty of collecting rent. If your rental assistance was approved and lost, it's generally not your responsibility to repay. However:
- Landlords can evict tenants for non-payment of rent.
- If you stopped paying rent, this could be grounds for eviction.
I recommend seeking legal advice.
We never stopped paying our regular rent. We stopped paying for the lost check the rental assistance sent.we have Receipts that the rental assistance did pay the money to the landlord.
Hello **** ****. It's good that you kept receipts showing payment from the rental assistance. In New Jersey:
- If you have proof of payment, you can dispute any claim of non-payment.
- If your landlord continues to demand payment, you might need legal representation.
Consider consulting a local attorney for further advice.
That's what I thought you was.I need a proBono lawyer.
Hello **** ****. I understand your situation. While I cannot provide a lawyer, I can guide you to appropriate resources. In New Jersey, there are organizations like Legal Services of New Jersey and Volunteer Lawyers for Justice that offer pro bono services. Check their eligibility criteria.