If your EBT balance vanished overnight from a skimming scam, you may be entitled to a replacement under federal rules — but the clock …
Marcus Webb
Marcus Webb
Marcus writes step-by-step guidance for people who have just received a notice to vacate or a court summons, breaking down what each deadline actually means and what can still be done. He focuses on practical moves: how to read a notice, who to call first, and how to buy time while a longer-term plan comes together.
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Eviction & Housing
Landlord Refuses to Accept Your Rent Payment: What It Means for Your Eviction Case
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf your landlord won’t take your rent, they may be trying to build an eviction case against you. Here’s how to protect yourself when payment refusal starts the clock.
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Eviction & Housing
Eviction Notice Posted on Your Door But You Never Received It: Is It Still Legally Valid?
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf you found an eviction notice taped to your door and missed the actual delivery, you may still be on the clock. Here’s how to check whether service was done …
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Eviction & Housing
Deployed or Called to Duty: Emergency Housing Protections for Military Renters Facing Eviction
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf you or a family member just received deployment or active-duty orders while an eviction notice is sitting on the table, federal law gives you specific protections most landlords won’t …
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Utility Shutoff Help
Heat Advisory and a Disconnect Notice: Emergency Cooling Assistance Before Summer Shutoff
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf your power is about to be cut during a heat wave, certain states and utilities treat cooling loss as a health emergency, not just a billing issue. Here’s how …
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Utility Shutoff Help
Gas Company Called It a Safety Shutoff, Not Nonpayment: What Happens Next and How to Get Reconnected
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbA safety shutoff for a suspected leak or faulty line follows different rules than a nonpayment disconnect. Here’s what the utility must do, what you must do, and how fast …
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Eviction & Housing
Landlord Selling the Property You Rent: What Happens to Your Lease and Security Deposit
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbA ‘for sale’ sign in the yard doesn’t cancel your lease automatically, but it can trigger fast changes. Here’s what actually happens to your rent, your deposit, and your right …
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Job Loss & Income Gaps
New Job, Delayed First Paycheck: How to Cover Rent and Bills Before You Get Paid
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbYou got hired, but the first paycheck is two or three weeks out and your bills are due now. Here’s how to bridge that gap without falling behind on rent …
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Vehicle Repossession
Motorcycle, Boat, or RV Repossession: How the Rules Differ From a Car Loan
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf you’re behind on payments for a motorcycle, boat, camper, or RV, the repossession process and your rights can look very different from a standard car loan. Here’s what actually …
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Eviction & Housing
Name Not on the Lease: What Happens to You When Eviction Papers Arrive
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf you live somewhere but never signed the lease, an eviction notice can leave you confused about whether you have any rights at all. Here’s what actually determines your protections …
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Vehicle Repossession
Living in Your Car When Repossession Threatens: What Happens If It’s Also Your Home
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf your vehicle is both your transportation and your only shelter, a repossession isn’t just about losing a car — it’s about losing your home overnight. Here’s how to slow …
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Eviction & Housing
Retaliatory Eviction: What to Do If Your Landlord Is Kicking You Out for Complaining About Repairs
by Marcus Webbby Marcus WebbIf an eviction notice showed up right after you reported mold, a broken heater, or code violations, it may be illegal retaliation. Here’s how to spot it and what to …