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Can a landlord increase your rent before the current contract ends?
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∙ 14y ago
Well, what's a contract versus a lease? A contract may not be a lease. If this is the case then the rent can be increased given proper notice (for example if you pay by the month then your landlord must give you notice of at least 30 days before the next rent is due). If the contract is actually a lease then the landlord normally cannot increase the rent until the lease expires, and must give you proper notice of such increase (at least 30 days before the next rent is due).
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoMost leases are for a specific period of time and the rent stays the same. Read the notice again: usually notice is sent out 30 to 60 days ahead of time stating what the new rate will be if you sign for the lease again. In 2009, rentals in my city are staying the same or are lower than before. There is a large number of unoccupied apartments due to the economy.
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Does the landlord have to knock before entering the property if 24 hours notice is given to the tenant?
It depends on your contract, but it is a very common courtesy that if you are renting form him he should provide. though if you are not home expect that the landlord will enter.
Can you break a lease due to health problems cause by the house?
I believe you can break the lease. It is easy to find a sympathetic doctor and even easier to find a sympathetic judge. In this case you will have to take your landlord to court and sue him to break the lease. This is a quality of life issue. Your landlord can argue that he/she cannot do anything about the smoking. You argue that the smoking is affecting the quality of your life and health and have a written medical opinion to that effect. The judge will likely rule that yes, the landlord cannot control the habits of his/her tenants; and yes, if your health and/or quality of life is in question then the landlord can find another tenant. Lease terminated. People often make the assertion that breaking a lease is the hardest thing in the world. It isn't. And yes, it is a contract between you and your landlord and you should try to work out a reasonable alternative with your landlord before going to court. But remember that a contract is not a one way street. You have obligations to your landlord and your landlord, by contract of the lease, has obligations to you. Court should be the course of last resort. When breaking a lease, it is often necessary to nullify it legally, for the sake of your peace of mind and monetary liability.
How many days of notification does a landlord have to give before raising the rent?
Yes. If the rent is on a written lease then the lease must expire, and the landlord must give at least 30-days notice before the lease expires. If the rent is on a month-to-month basis, then the landlord must give a 30-day notice before the next rent is due. If the rent is on a weekly basis then the notice must be given at least one week before the rent is due.
Can you terminate your apartment lease due to no heat?
You need to check the contract you signed before you moved in. It will list all the obligations imposed on your landlord and this usually includes making sure you have hot water, heating etc. Even if the contract does not mention this - in UK law this obligation is usually implied by statute. However, just because he is liable to ensure you have this facility will not mean you can immediately terminate your lease if, say, your boiler breaks down. Obligations imposed on you by the contract will probably include immediately informing the landlord of any problems with utilities such as these and therefore allowing him the opportunity to fix it for you. If, however, you have repeatedly told him you have no heating and he has repeatedly ignored you then you may have a good case for terminating your lease. But you have to tell him about the problem first and give him the chance to remedy it.
Is the landlord responsible for the mice infestation?
Yes! Your landlord is required to make sure the building is up to code, and a serious rodent problem is a violation. Talk to your landlord before going to the authorities, though. Some landlords might ask you to buy traps or get an exterminator, but they have to pay for it. Answer. Yes your landlord is very much responsible to that you can also sue him if he did nothing to get rid of those mice.
Can your landlord raise the rent if you decide not to renew?
no Answer #2. During a lease, the landlord cannot increase the rent. You are in a contract. Otherwise, speaking generally, the landlord has freedom to increase the rent. He typically owes you 30 days' notice. If you are not renewing, surely you will be out before any rent increase could take effect.
If you have no current contract for a rental property can the rent still be raised?
Yes, in most cases, a landlord can raise the rent even without a current contract. However, the specific rules and regulations may vary depending on local rental laws. In some jurisdictions, the landlord may need to provide notice to the tenant before increasing the rent.
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Does the landlord have to knock before entering the property if 24 hours notice is given to the tenant?
It depends on your contract, but it is a very common courtesy that if you are renting form him he should provide. though if you are not home expect that the landlord will enter.
Does the landlord have to replace carpet if my apartment smells like cat URINE?
If the carpet originally smelled like that before you moved in, the landlord would have to do something about that. If it began smelling like cat urine after you moved in, I believe you would have to take care of that. Check your contract with the landlord.
Can you get your money back if you didn't sign a lease contract and didn't move in?
No, unless the landlord can rent the unit to someone else before the rental period starts. The tendering of money in exchange for the keys created a contract.
Can a landlord keep your deposit if you back out before signing a contract?
"I would check with an attorney on that question. So I would have the legal advise on that question. I hope that this was some help."
In Wisconsin how much can a landlord raise the rent in one month?
There are no state laws in Wisconsin limiting the amount of a rent increase. The law states that a landlord must give the tenant a 28 day notice before increasing the rent amount.
Is a contract between a month to month renter and a subleasee valid in California without the property owner knowing about it?
You should revisit your lease to determine whether you can sublet without the landlord's permission. Most of the time, you have to speak to the landlord before moving someone in your apartment or home.
Can a renter put a lien on a landlord's house for money owed for yard work?
You can seek a judgment and if successful the court will grant a lien. However, you will need to furnish proof to the court that the landlord agreed to pay you for the work and that he is in breach of that contract. Proof would be a written contract or witnesses that can testify to his promise to pay you. You would need to prove that you performed the work. Before and after photos would be helpful.
If you have a year lease where you are living and you decide to move out before the year is up and also give your landlord written notice before the fact can your landlord take you to court?
Yes. A lease is a contract, and can be enforced. However, no-one wants a tenant who's there against their will. So most landlords are pretty open to negotiation and settlement. Talk to them and see what they'll agree to.
What information do landlords have to verify before renting out an apartment?
What a landlord verifies is completely up to the landlord
