I moved into my apt in jan 07 signed a lease that said 600, a monnth I get a letter today saying my rent goes up 50 bucks starting august 1. Is this ok for my landlord to do that, I am kinda ticked about it
2007-06-16 15:17:03 · 9 answers · asked by Dave 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
No, you cannot do anything about the rent increase, except give notice and move out! The landlord owns the property and can do what they want, they are in control. Have you thought of buying a home, townhome or duplex yourself? There are many programs for first time buyers. Best Wishes!
2007-06-16 16:35:23 · answer #1 · answered by Janice 10 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A well written lease includes the time contraints of the lease,as well as price during the lease period.
Without knowing the elements of the lease, you may or may not have legal recourse.
It'll cost you more in court fees to fight a 50$ increase than the 50$ a month.
You could pay the increase, research the legal agreement
you signed, and then file in Small Claims Court if you have a tennable position.
2007-06-16 22:24:41 · answer #2 · answered by jeffpa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are on a month to month lease and you are not in a rent controlled place, the landlord can raise the rent any amount with a 30 or 60 days notice.
2007-06-16 22:25:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It amaizes me how may people don't read thier contract, and even discard their copy of it.
I usually read the contract for them verbally at the time of the signing so that they will actually have read it once.
As I go a long, I try to explain what each paragraph means and what their obligations entail.
Everyone seems to think you had a six month lease, while that may be the case, it may not be accurate. It is possible for a lease to be longer, but have a provision that would allow the landlord to raise the rent at periodic entervals. Usually this is once a year, but could be bi-annually.
Always read the contract BEFORE you sign it, and ask questions for what you don't understand.
2007-06-16 23:39:49 · answer #4 · answered by A_Kansan 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how long your lease is for - if it's 6 months, then yes they could since the original lease would end by then. If the lease is for more than that, then they can't raise the rent during the lease time unless the lease says that they can.
2007-06-16 22:58:41 · answer #5 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Was your lease for 6 months? If so then the lease is up and he can charge whatever. If your lease isnt up then he cannot. You will have to sign another lease now with the new rent amount. If you dont want to you will have to talk to him about it or move out.
2007-06-16 22:25:10 · answer #6 · answered by chickem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you signed a six month lease. If that is the case, then there is nothing you can do about it. But if you have more than a six month lease, then he cannot raise the rent, unless it is specified in the lease itself. Have you read your lease?
2007-06-16 22:24:08 · answer #7 · answered by Chris K 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure, it is OK for the landlord to raise the rent unless you will in a rent controlled city, like San Francisco.
2007-06-16 22:26:05 · answer #8 · answered by Landlord 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Read the fine print.....If you can't find anything, check with a lawyer... But, it really sounds like you signed a 6 month lease....
2007-06-16 22:26:25 · answer #9 · answered by just me 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first thing you have to do is read your lease agreement. I can't say whether it is ok or not without seeing what you signed. Without being able to do that myself I have to rely on you. What does it say?pp
2007-06-16 23:01:15 · answer #10 · answered by ttpawpaw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋