An email or in fact verbal communication can be legally binding in a court of law. If the email is specific and clear, they could be held legally liable in a court of law.
The legal age to sign any legally binding contract is 18 in the United States of America. A lease is considered a contract between the tenant and the landlord.
With a legally binding tenancy then no.
No. The premises should be "habitable". If you believe it is so bad that it is not fit to live in, contact your local housing office. Some cities have an arbitration process where a person will come out and make a decision. Not sure, but I expect this decision is binding on the landlord.
Yes, if it has been signed by the Landlord and Tenant.
different between late and early binding
No. A lease is a legally binding contract, which obligates both the landlord and tenant to a tenancy for the term of the lease. If you and the landlord both signed a lease, and the landlord refuses to give you occupancy of the property, you need to see a landlord-tenant attorney or tenant's rights group immediately!
Only if you are under the age of being able to sign a legally binding contract .
when the unit reaches the UNSAFE and beyond "reasonable wear and tear" limits. Check with your local housing authority. In California, there is no fixed time period, it's just when the place is not "habitable". The tenant (in San Jose at least) can appeal and get an inspection which is binding on the landlord. You may have laws like that in Tennessee as well.
No
No, all lease agreements to be binding must be in writing.
A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties.
Yes. A contract or agreement need not be written on a typewriter or computer to be valid, as long as it is signed by both parties.