Oklahoma

Senior Housing

Know the Law

• Affidavit as to Military Service (Eviction)

  Form to file with the court in an eviction case verifying Military Service. Content Detail

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  Administrative Office of the Courts

• Basic Facts About the Fair Housing Act

  The Fair Housing Act covers most housing. In some circumstances, the Act exempts owner-occupied buildings with no more than four units, single-family housing sold or rented without the use of a broker, and housing operated by organizations and private clubs that limit occupancy to members. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Before you sign a lease or rental agreement (video)

  Before you sign a lease or rental agreement take a look around and note any damages. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

• Court Forms (Judgments)

  After getting a judgment in a court case, you must file certain documents to be able to collect your judgment or to be able to keep the judgment in place if you cannot collect it right away. Content Detail

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  Administrative Office of the Courts

• Federal Regulations & Guidelines Covering Nursing Home Problems

  Content Detail

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  National Senior Citizens Law Center

• Getting Your Security Deposit Back

  This information provides a brief overview of what to do if your landlord won't give you your security deposit back when you move out. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

  Russian / Pусский

  Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt

• Homeownership: Oklahoma

  Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home. Getting Started, Buying a Home, Owning and Maintaining Your Home and Other Oklahoma Resources on this web site. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Devleopment

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  Spanish / Español

• Home Ownership Options for Seniors

  A guide to help you select the best home ownership option in your specific circumstances. Content Detail

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  National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

• Housing Options for Senior Citizens

  Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Do some research first to determine what kind of assistance or living arrangement you need; what your health insurance might cover; and what you can afford. Check here for financial assistance resources and guides for making the right choice. Content Detail

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  U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development

• How to Get Your Landlord to Make Repairs

  If you want your landlord to fix something, you must follow the rules set out in the law. If you fail to follow the rules carefully, you run the risk of being evicted for nonpayment of rent. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.

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  Spanish / Español

  Russian / Pусский

  Vietnamese / Tiếng Việt

• HUD in Oklahoma

  Visit this website to get up to date news on housing developments in the state of Oklahoma and services available. This website is also available in Spanish. Content Detail

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  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

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  Spanish / Español

• Human Rights - FAQ

  Brief frequently asked questions sheet on Human Rights and discrimination Content Detail

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  City of Tulsa

• Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form

  Landlords, Sellers or Agents and contractors are required to give you a warning statement on housing built before 1978. This is the form. Content Detail

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  EPA

• Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents

  Questions and Answers on Medicaid for Nursing Home Residents. Rules change frequently so please check with your DHS office or a lawyer familiar with Medicaid for more specific information. Content Detail

  By:

  Columbia Legal Services

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  Spanish / Español

• Mortgage Fraud and Predatory Mortgages

  Information on Predatory Mortgage practices, how predators work, warning signs and how to avoid the sting. Read More

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  Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.