how long do i have to stay? can they lock me out? who brings me the evictions notice the police or who ? what if im not home when they bring it ? i will be out in two weeks but i really am scared what is going to happen.... do i need to get a lawyer. basically nothing is ever fixed around the apartment building and i called the owner to get some things fixed and now the real estate manager is threatening me hes not going to return my deposit because i called the owner on him. so i got mad and didnt pay my rent. doea anyone know what is going to happen ?
2007-02-04 09:25:29 · 4 answers · asked by tell it like it is... 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
What state are you located in? Laws vary by state.
Although in every case that I know of, the owner not fixing things is NOT an valid excuse to not pay rent.
Depending on what needs to be repaired, most states require you to deposit your rent with the courts, until the repairs are taken care of.
2007-02-04 13:14:35 · answer #1 · answered by Hoopfan 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You have 30 days to leave once you get the eviction notice from your landlord. Regardless of whether you are home or not, the notice will be served (they'll just tape it to your door) and it is effective from that day on. I don't know what state you're in but in New York, the landlord has to serve you with a 30 day notice. Then, if you don't go, you will have to go to court where the landlord will present their case against you (you didn't pay rent) and you can counter it with your own (they refused to fix certain things). Either way, the court case is just to determine how much money you will be required to pay them and to set a specific date that you will vacate the premises. At that point, if you do not leave, the police will come and forcibly remove you. Regardless, you have at least 30 days as long as you haven't already been to court regarding this matter. The landlord cannot evict you without a court order. Good luck and get out as soon as you can!!
2007-02-04 09:37:15 · answer #2 · answered by answergrrl3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you are notified to leave by a certain date (required by state law). If you're still there the landlord must file a court action to evict you with a court order. You are now a "holdover tenant" and no longer have permission to stay, although you are still required to pay rent for as long as you stay. State laws vary on the details. You don't mention what state you're in (other than perhaps "frantic"). You will be served with court papers that say where and when you must reply and appear in court. You may choose to leave at any time, but need to reply to the court papers in any case. You will be heard, but the court may issue an order of eviction. You may appeal. You may have to pay some of the landlord's court and attorney fees if you lose, as well as rent and damage. On the other hand, if the landlord violates the laws on evicting you, he or she can end up paying for YOUR attorney and court costs, not to mention forfeiting rent and the damage deposit. Bottom line, you cannot be physically removed from the premises except by law enforcement officers executing a court order of ejectment. You should make arrangements to move out before that happens. Finally, there are numerous tenant's rights groups who would like to help you. Search the web for details on your state or city "tenants rights" or similar.
2016-03-29 04:58:51 · answer #3 · answered by Brianna 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how much was your deposit?
if the deposit and the rent are the same, who cares if you dont get it back.
2007-02-04 09:50:11 · answer #4 · answered by lisa s 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋