I recently moved into a rental, and have noticed a few sanitary and appearance problems that could possibly be blamed on me a few years down the road after I've moved out.
For instance, the grout in the bathroom is dirty and old, so I can imagine what it will look like a few years from now.
To avoid having my security deposit withheld in the future for these problems, I have tried to get in touch with the owners to show them the problems, and possibly sign off on the letter I've typed listing everything.
They seem to be avoiding me, so I'm worried that I may miss the legal grace period to notify them in writing. How much time do I have to do this after moving in? Also, if the owners don't agree or refuse to sign my checklist, what happens at that point?
I typed the letter with noted issues last week, and took pictures. If I get the letter notarized, must I change the date on the letter to agree with the notarized date? Any and all advice would be helpful.
Thanks
2006-08-08 01:35:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Make copies of all your correspondence, including photos and checklist, before mailing. And get it to them immediately. The photos are a great way to identify the problems now.
We lived in rentals for many years and can relate to your instinct that the landlord may be trying to avoid you. We lived in a house where the landlord tried to charge us for every nail hole in the wall. But was super slow about fixing anything.
Don't alter your documents in any way. Check your contract regarding dates, I doubt there is anything specific about the checklist or a deadline.
Be sure and examine: electricity output in each plug; a/c vent condition; water stains on wall/floor in laundry room; stains/discoloration in garage/carport; window locks working/not working; oven cleanliness inside/outside;
2006-08-08 01:45:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must inform the landlord of problems immediately.
They don't have to agree to sign your checklist.
A notarized letter proves nothing.
What you need is proof that you informed the landlord of these issues as soon as you moved in so that they aren't blamed on you later. Send the photos and a letter via certified mail, return receipt requested and also by regular mail at the same time. Note that in your letter at the bottom in case they refuse delivery of the certified letter. Keep a copy for yourself.
2006-08-08 01:43:02 · answer #2 · answered by BoomChikkaBoom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea if it is the identical far and wide the nation, however I am a landlord in PA. The rent my tenant indicators states what number of shall be residing there. They aren't allowed to transport any one in with them. A condo visitor can keep not than one week. If your son continues to be there he can elevate the hire. He CAN NOT difference the locks.If he has the entrance stairs blocked for fix there need to be an extra front. He are not able to block you from your house.
2016-08-28 10:56:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your Inventory sheet is to be returned according to your lease. We give our tenants 48 hours. Some Apt. Complexes keep your mailbox key until the sheet is returned. It is signed by us and the Tenant. It does not mean that we fix everything on the list, just that we have a recording of the condition upon move-in.Send a certified letter. Sounds like you are doing all of the right things.
2006-08-08 07:37:34 · answer #4 · answered by educated guess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send the letter "certified" they have to sign the reciept and then you have confirmation they recieved your complaint, also take pictures. They have 2 weeks after the letter arrives to fix the problem or you have the right to fix it yourself and take it off on the rent. Hope this helps you
2006-08-08 01:44:33 · answer #5 · answered by KIM A 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋