sqatting in Long island?

[krystallina9]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Long Island New York

Dad has been paying rent to live in a house in Amityville for 2 years. 4 months ago the landlord lost the house and didn't say a word until last month where she tried to evict my father and two small children. Dad called the bank and was advised to no longer pay rent. The landlord has since cut off the heat and has threatened to turn off the power. What should Dad do next?

 

[Seanscott]

The landlord will be in big trouble for cutting off the heat if your dad takes him to court. That is an illegal act.
YOur dad should be paying rent to somebody, if is not the bank's decision to make.

 

[krystallina9]

.. the bank now owns the property, which is why he called them. now what?

 

[BL]

.. the bank now owns the property, which is why he called them. now what?

Sometimes calling the police will help .

Try calling a non emergency # like 311 if available ,instead of 911 .

 

[JETX]

.. the bank now owns the property, which is why he called them. now what?

Very simple. He can pay rent to whoever currently OWNS the property (contact the same bank and get their payment instructions in WRITING).... or move.