Lets say we paid a security deposit on some land(to rent) when we moved onto it. We paid our previous Land Lord, but he ended up signing over the land to his son. My question is, does the security deposit tranfer over to the new land lord. If it doesn't shouldn't we get our security deposit back since it didn't.
Lets say we move, even though we have some junk still in our yard, should we have to pay for the lot rent although we no longer live there, and if so, what if we sign it back over to the bank, we it be their problem or would we still have to pay until it is moved. I just don't see why we have to pay for lot rent that we aren't even using. Its rediculous to have to pay for 2 lot rents. If we don't pay it, could they take us to court, and if they do, would we end up having to pay the months that it wasn't paid for. If no one can answer these questions, can anyone here give me a site that i can contact them for some free legal advice. Our dad passed away and thats why we moved.
2006-08-23 13:12:06 · 3 answers · asked by Sherman81 6 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
What state are you in?
It's not a matter of whether the security deposit transfers over. It's really about whether all the terms of the contract and the contract itself transfers over to the new landlord. I don't know what state you are in, but often, when property transfers, the new owner/landlord is able to change the terms of the contract if he/she wishes. You need to read your contract and see if it addresses landlord/ownership transfer. If the landlord is not able to change the terms, then yes, the security deposit and all other terms are still applicable. If the landlord is able to institute a new contract, you are entitled to that money back. However, if you still wish to rent from him, then you will be subject to his new terms, including rent and security fees.
If you move and leave belongings behind, the landlord is within the law to dispose of belongings you have abandoned. Unless you have a side agreement regarding use/rent of land for storage, etc., you have no right to leave things behind. Additionally, if you leave junk behind and he has to pay a substantial amount to have it removed, he is entitled to use some/part of your security for that purpose.
Again, it varies by state, but to be safe, I would recommend that you remove your things if you value them and your security deposit. In any event, you need to review your contract and check the landlord/tenant laws in your particular state to confirm your rights under the law.
2006-08-23 13:26:30 · answer #1 · answered by Apple21 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The security deposit transfers to the new laandlord. On the other question there are too many details such as what is "some junk?" and other matters. I can't help you with that one.
2006-08-23 13:23:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your stuff is there then you either need to pay for it to be removed, remove it yourself or pay the rent. The rest I cannot help with.
2006-08-23 13:19:48 · answer #3 · answered by StatIdiot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋