I signed an application for an apartment and paid $100 to reserve the apartment. I specifically asked for the first floor.
After I signed the contract with the first floor on it and became approved for the apartment, they immediately changed me to the second floor without my permission. In fact, they left a voice message after closing letting me know I am on the 2nd floor.
Is this illegal? I signed a contract and paid $100 for the first floor to be reserved.
2006-11-28 14:19:13 · 4 answers · asked by TiredofIdiots 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
On the contract that I signed and PAID money to reserve it, the first floor apartment number is written on the contract.
2006-11-28 14:20:23 · update #1
go back with lease in hand and tell them you want a refund of all money since they decided to change your apartment you decided to change yours to and find another place i really wouldn't want to live they might decide to raise your your rent after you move in sounds shady to me
2006-11-28 14:52:22 · answer #1 · answered by lynnepeterpan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can re-neg the deal. Usually, around here and most places the second floor is a little more expensive. Not always, I prefer the first floor usually. The disadvantage to the first floor is usually higher likely hood of break-in and possibility of insect infestation. Ask them why they decided to relocate you, and go from there. GL
2006-11-28 14:34:23 · answer #2 · answered by ••Mott•• 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you can back out and get your deposit back. This is called a "bait and switch" maneuver.
2006-11-28 14:22:13 · answer #3 · answered by notyou311 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can sue em if they dont do anything. just threaten them with that and theyll switch you to what you LEGALLY signed for. what bastards, by the way
2006-11-28 14:27:30 · answer #4 · answered by rumpel 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋