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The landlord does not have to do any rewiring for you. The landlord has the obligation to make the place basically habitable. That's all. If the severe problems affect the usability of the house, like having no lights, getting shocks, or the heaters not working, you can force the landlord to deal with it. Much simpler, though, is to move. Having livability issues with the house may be grounds to break the lease in your state.
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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.
What can you do if your landlord refuses to fix a serious leak in the roof that has already caused significant property damage?
You can also legally refuse to pay rent until the problem is fixed. The landlord has to maintain a habitible structure, and it sounds like yours is not. Withholding rent is often a very effective way to get a problem dealt with. You should also call you local Code Enforcement office. The can fine your landlord or declare the structure unsound, letting you off the hook for any rent or damages. If the landlord fails to comply with code enforcement, he can face legal penalties. Or you can go to DHEC humane service and report it.
What should you do if your neighbor makes false allegations to your landlord My neighbor calls my landlord often stating that I keep a dirty yard with very high grass what can I do about this help?
Ignore them.
How do you rent a house with option to buy?
A Rent to Buy or Rent to Own scheme can be quite creative and there is more than one way of doing it. Basically it is what it says: You rent and have the option, not the obligation, to buy the house in a specified time frame at a predetermined price. A perfect way to secure your spot on the housing ladder if you are not able to get a mortgage at the moment. Most often you will deal directly with the Seller/Landlord as these are more creative ways of buying/selling a house. For this service you should expect to lay in some getting started money, it can legally not be called deposit, that often is non refundable. This is for the Landlord to know you are not just renting and are serious about buying the place. This should come of the buying price in the end, so not to worry. Then most will ask for a monthly top-up, this might go off the buying price but that really depends on the deal. So normally you should expect to pay a bit more then renting but for that you can live in the house if you own it since somewhere down the line you will. And what if you decide not to buy? well it is just an option not an obligation. But you will loose the money you have invested in it so far.
Does your house have to be paid for before you can put it under section 8?
Good question: a landlord has the right to use the same tenant selection criteria as he would for anyone who is not on section 8. Consequently, the landlord may charge a security deposit if he accepts you. In the case of public housing, they may also charge a deposit but quite often times that doesn't happen.
Is it against the law for the landlord to TURN OFF the heating in a shared house?
Often times this depends on the temperature outside, and the state in which you live.
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.
Can a landlord use last months rent as a security deposit in Arizona?
Yes, only if the Landlord accepts. This is usually a request by a Tenant that is most often denied by the Landlord.
How often does a landlord in NH have to put new carpet in?
I was wondering how often the landlord needs to replace carpets in NH? If someone else lived there and I/m moving in, what do they have to do? Thanks Sally
How often can your lot rent be increased?
Legally, in the United States, lot rent can only be raised by $200.00 at one time. However, there is no limit as to how much a landlord can raise rent per year.
How much and how often can your rent be raised within a year?
How much and how often can a landlord raise the rent?
Can you take your landlord to court for putting you out?
It depends on the circumstances. If the landlord illegally evicted you, yes, you're entitled to damages as a result of a breach of lease and law. A landlord is required to give notice of lease terminate based on how often you pay rent or as specified in your lease agreement. If you pay rent every month, the landlord is required to give one months notice. If the landlord physically removed your possessions without a court ordered eviction or cause, he's responsible for not only the illegal eviction but the cost of the damages to property sustained in an illegal eviction. In many jurisdictions, you're also entitled to your full security deposit back as a result of a lease breach. However, if your landlord legally and lawfully evicted you, you do not have cause of action unless the landlord fails to return your security deposit. Remember, the landlord is entitled to inspect the unit for any damages and you are allowed by law to be present and given notification as to when the inspection will take place. You also have the right to refute in court any damages in which the landlord claims you caused. In most situations where a tenant has lived in a house, apartment, or room for 10 years or more, significant wear and tare is factored in.
What are some common legal questions that people often have?
Some common legal questions that people often have include: How can I protect my assets and property in case of a lawsuit? What are my rights if I am arrested or detained by the police? How can I create a legally binding contract? What are the steps to take if I want to file for divorce? What are my rights as a tenant if my landlord is not fulfilling their obligations?
What can you do if your landlord refuses to fix a serious leak in the roof that has already caused significant property damage?
You can also legally refuse to pay rent until the problem is fixed. The landlord has to maintain a habitible structure, and it sounds like yours is not. Withholding rent is often a very effective way to get a problem dealt with. You should also call you local Code Enforcement office. The can fine your landlord or declare the structure unsound, letting you off the hook for any rent or damages. If the landlord fails to comply with code enforcement, he can face legal penalties. Or you can go to DHEC humane service and report it.
How often are landlords in Los Angeles required to paint?
how often does the landlord is required to paint apartment,even after moving out
What should you do if your neighbor makes false allegations to your landlord My neighbor calls my landlord often stating that I keep a dirty yard with very high grass what can I do about this help?
Ignore them.
Is it the responsibility of the tenant or landlord to provide smoke detectors in a home?
Who is responsible for such things as smoke detectors is probably defined by local ordinances, but it is most often a responsibility of the landlord.
