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In most cases, landlords are responsible for providing alternative accommodations if they need to conduct repairs that make the rental unit uninhabitable. This obligation can vary based on local laws and the lease agreement. Tenants should review their lease and consult local housing regulations to determine their rights and the landlord's responsibilities regarding repairs and temporary housing.
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Is one month's free rent fair compensation for repairs not made?
While this depends on the type of repairs that need to be made, you cannot exercise this option as a means not to pay your rent. If there are repairs that must be made, and such repairs are essential for the habitability of the dwelling, there are procedures you must follow in order to make such repairs and offset it from the rent. In most states, you must give your landlord a notice of your intent to do such at least seven days before the next rent is due. Keep in mind that your landlord will still have the right to file eviction proceedings against you, but will likely lose the case if the tenant can prove essential repairs were needed. In such case you can sue the landlord or make a counter suit against the landlord if he tries to evict you, for which you can win up to three months of rent abatement if it can be proven that the landlord sued you for eviction maliciously.
Can a tenant stop paying rent after sending a certfied letter to the landlord for not making repairs?
No. Rent must still be paid. One violation of the landlord tenant agreement is not legitimate mitigation of another. What you can do, however, is set up a non-interest bearing escrow account and pay the rent to that. You must notify the landlord that this is being done. This is to protect yourself from eviction proceedings.
Do you have to pay your auto deductible if your vehicle is not damaged?
No. You only pay your deductible if you are setting up repairs.
Can a landlord rent a property as is meaning that the property has leaks and is obviously in need of repairs but the landlord is willing to rent it for very little?
You can do it, but you have to notify the tenant of all problems. One good option is to rent the place to someone who is willing to do some repairs to it in exchange for $$ off the rent. I rented a pretty shabby place a few years back and did repairs to the apartment, and the landlord gave me the cost of all materials off the rent. Great way to fix it up and still rent it out.
When is a tenant liable for repairs?
Check your state's landlord tenant laws. In some states the tenant is liable if they were aware of a problem and did not report it to the landlord, did nothing to prevent the problem or if they are responsible for causing the problem.
Does landlord have to pay to pick up and dispose of furniture thrown out?
It depends who threw out the furniture. If the furniture is yours, unless you have a special agreement with your landlord, you must dispose of it. Otherwise you will be responsible for the cost of having it hauled away. However, if the furniture was left by another tenant or by your landlord, your landlord will have to make sure that it is picked up and disposed of (either by the landlord or the tenant who threw it out).
Complaint to Landlord?
Get StartedBefore sending a written complaint to your Landlord, you should examine your lease carefully for a clause that allocates the Tenant's and Landlord's respective obligations regarding maintenance and repairs. Your lease agreement may provide, for example, that the Tenant is obligated to maintain the interior and paint, while the Landlord is obligated to maintain the plumbing, heating, and electrical wiring. Before making a request to the Landlord for maintenance and repairs, you should make sure that your Landlord is obligated to make such repairs under the terms of the lease.In order to obligate your Landlord to make a repair or resolve a problem with the leased premises, the Landlord must know about the problem. Notice to an agent or employee of the Landlord is considered notice to the Landlord. However, it is advisable to send your notice directly to the person or entity listed in your lease agreement as the party designated to receive notices from the Tenant.The best way to give a Landlord notice is to send written notice to the Landlord or his or her agent by registered or certified mail. Proof of mailing insures that the Landlord cannot later claim that notice was not received.You may also contact the Landlord by telephone to describe the problem. However, you should follow up the telephone conversation with this letter. The Landlord must have a reasonable amount of time to fix the problem.
If I move 3-4 months before my lease is up and don't pay the remaining rent can the landlord put a lien on my credit?
Yes, if you break your lease, the landlord will take you to court, and will likely be awarded whatever rent you owe. If you do not pay the judgement, they have the option of putting a lien on your credit. Your best option would be to carefully read your lease, then talk to your lanlord about leaving early. If you find a new tenent that the landlord agrees to rent to, you may be able to leave with no negative consequences.
Can my landlord break a one year lease because he is making me move because he doesn't want to make repairs can he be sued and what can I ask for?
This type of behavior is known as retaliatory conduct of the landlord, and he can be sued for damages of up to three times the amount of rent per incident.
Can a landlord have someone lined up to fill your room after your lease ends?
He can, but, if you don't leave, he has to put that person up somewhere else.
If you live in a rental house who pays the plumber bill - you or the landlord?
AnswerMost rental questions can be answered by talking with your landlord. I've been in both situations. As a renter, I want the landlord to take care of everything. As a landlord, I want my renter to take some responsibility.I think a clogged drain is up to the renter to get fixed. A leaky pipe is more a landlord duty. However, if you want something more concrete, I suggest you come to an agreement with your landlord. You'll take care of any repairs that cost less than $50 and the landlord will be responsible for the bigger jobs.Max
If your rent is paid up to date and you receive a eviction notice do you still pay rent to the landlord or do you hold it?
As long as you're in the apartment your rent is still due. If the landlord is evicting you for any other reason except non-payment of rent you still must pay while the case is still pending. If it's for non-payment your court's clerk's office should tell you if you should pay the landlord or the Clerk's Registry.
