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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
A landlord has an obligation to change the locks on your doors whenever you request it. You may be charged the cost of making the change, but no additional fees.
Will Our Kids Be Dumb and Broke?
You don't have to be a parent to know that this country has a giant spending problem -- and that we must teach the next generation to do better. But how? Click here for more.
Used Car Buying Tips
The main "ups" of buying a used vehicle are the lower initial purchase price as well as lower property taxes (where applicable) and insurance costs. The main "downs" are it's not new -- so there's no new car warranty and you are more vulnerable to problems that could cost you money as well as aggravation. To reduce your risk exposure, there are a number of precautionary steps you can take when shopping for a used vehicle. Click here for more.
Don't Open That E-mail From the IRS!
The e-mail arrives bearing both the logo of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and good news: "After the last annual calculations of your fiscal activity we have determined that you are eligible to receive a tax refund of $63.50. Please submit the tax refund request and allow us 6-9 days in order to process it. All you have to do is `click here." Don't do it! Click here for more.
Your Rights When You Haven't Paid Your Rent
Texas law gives you, the tenant, certain rights, even when you are late with your rent payment. This article answers many common tenant questions involving non-payment of rent. Click here for more.
Your Money
What will the auto lease really cost? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Consumer made prima face showing of inaccurate reporting as required under Fair Credit Reporting Act. The 9th Circuit has held that a credit reporting agency is liable for failing to conduct a reasonable reinvestigation following the consumer's notice of inaccuracy Click here for more.