any one have problems with their landlords?

Question

my husband was let go from a job and we are one month and a half off rent. We have a five yr. old. And , we are trying to catch up. We need a roof over our head and and she is all about money. She don't want to help us out in pay payments to her. She is so mean and she tells other people in the building about our business. We needed a lease for my child school. and asked about it now for 4 months. And, she still has not gave it to us Other poeple in the building has not recieved one either. we found out that she has 8 other buildings and only have liecened for 6. I know my spelling is off but im up set. Please has this happend to you and give me your advice..

Answer 1

You can contact your local Housing and Urban Development office if you feel your rights as a tenant are being violated (such as refusal to provide a lease or contract). Contact Code Enforcement if your apartment is not being properly maintained. If you know that YOUR building does not have a Certificate of Occupancy then contact your city office. If you are living in an apt without a CO then the landlord cannot charge you rent for an illegal unit.

However, if none of that applies and you need assistance paying your rent then many charitable organizations in your area my provide help. Try churches and the salvation army.

Answer 2

She doesnt have to give you a lease if you rent month to month, unless there is a condition requiring it in your city.

Some times landlords prefer to rent on a month basis, and not lease by the year. thats their right.

As far as rent goes, if you have missed a payment she has every right to go to the state and start an eviction process. Its tough and unfair but its part of life, shes not required to do anything more than give you a legal notice and 30 days notice. A land lord who allows you to make payments is doing it at her own inconvenience and for your benefit, not hers.

I know its really hard, but its law.

What you can do though, since your husband is out of work, is go to the state and ask for aid, usually they can help you with rent for a month or two if you qualify. Which is usually long enough to get back up on your feet.

Answer 3

You have to realize that your landlord has a business to run. She doesn't own these buildings to offer free or reduce fee housing, no matter how nice it would be for you and countless others. When was the last time you went grocery shopping, and the cashier said to you, "You know, you look like a nice family, so just take the steak for free." This is how your landlord supports her family and pays her expenses. If you feel that she is treating you unfairly then try to find someone that you can work with, but I guarantee that no landlord is going to let you live in their building without paying. Would you go to work each day without getting paid?

Answer 4

You hit me hard with this question. Sometimes life is cruel. You might want to consider getting a fresh start somewhere else sense your so far behind. If you look around you can move into an apartments these days with move-in specials. Sometimes it only takes a couple of hundred dollars to move. I know moving is a pain but, like you said you need a roof over your head. Hope and your family make through these tough times. And remember "This to shall pass"

Salutations,
B

Answer 5

Try and find out if their is free legalaid for tenants. There is here in Rhode Island. You can check findlaw.com. I used it when I had problems with my landlord and was able to see a lawyer for free. I made too much money for the legalaid place. There are lots of lawyers who will help for free on findlaw.

Answer 6

i say tell the police. that will get in her trouble. i hate most of the landlords. They have so much money but are so freak'n selfish.