We live in Texas, have put in our 30 day notice which ends 1/31/06. The property today was viewed by "possibly" new renters. Is that allowed, even though we are still living here to the 31 of Jan. I thought the property wasnt allowed to be viewed until after the current renters have left. They did not have an agent w/ them. We were notified of them coming in advance, but were under the impression that they were potiental buyers for this property which is also being sold. I've had tons of potiental buyers view the property but never any potiental renters. Can someone clear this up for me.
2007-01-11 11:07:48 · 5 answers · asked by Erica 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Simple answer. Check your lease! There should be specific areas in the lease for Lessor entering the property for inspections, days, times etc. There should be a specific area for showing of the property if it was to go on the market for sale. There should be a specific area for the number of days prior to the end of the lease for potential renters. Here is a link to landlord/tenant law.
http://www.thelpa.com/lpa/lllaw.html
Just click on your state to see if there is anything specific for your state that might protect you. Especially pay attention to the part about returning security deposits.
Good luck,
Michael
2007-01-11 11:32:31 · answer #1 · answered by Bestbank Real Estate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about TX, but in my renters agreement with my landlord I have agreed to allow them "... into the property FOR ANY REASON with at least a 24 Hour notification" during the last 30 days of the lease (after I have given my 30 day notice) this includes possible renters coming to look at the property.
2007-01-11 19:18:52 · answer #2 · answered by topdawgco97 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your lease. Most Residential Rent Leases will have a clause detailing the terms under which the property can be shown. IAfter glancing at a standard Texas Lease (referenced below), I think that Texas law allows the Landlord to show the premises at will. Good Luck!
2007-01-11 19:26:08 · answer #3 · answered by pbg4man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what is in your rental agreement, but generally the owners are allowed to show the property given a "reasonable" request. They shouldn't be coming over in the middle of the night and should definitely let you know beforehand. I have had rentals been shown when I had given notice of moving. I think as long as you are not put under any excessive strain that it is reasonable for the owners to want to be able to replace you as soon as you are gone. Any time that the property is not occupied costs them money.
Boy, I can't wait to own my own home...
2007-01-11 19:20:02 · answer #4 · answered by Mom of 2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have the right to show it so they can have someone move in as soon as possible so they do not lose income from it sitting empty.
2007-01-11 19:46:44 · answer #5 · answered by Ryan's mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋