is it illegal for the lanlord to raise the rent twice in a one year period?

Question

My land lord is raising the rent again the second time in under a years is that illegal?

Answer 1

No In a free market system, you are free to move to another apartment. If you only move where there is a lease, you would at least know what your rent is going to be for the term of the lease.

It Sounds like your landlord wants you to leave. You should go ahead and find another place. If you are being a bad tenant you should consider changing habits so your next landlord will want to keep you,

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Answer 2

You need to check the housing laws in your particular area. Many places regulate how often the landlord can raise the rent (and by how much), but some don't regulate it at all. Personally, I only raise the rent for my tenants every 2 or 3 years (by 20$/month each time) just to keep up with inflation and the rising costs of utilities (especially heating oil - heating costs get really expensive during the winter months). Unfortunately, many landlords like to treat tenants simply as a cash cows. It looks to me like that's the kind of landlord you have.

Answer 3

Depends. If you have a years lease and there is no clause, he can't raise your rent. If you are a Tenant at Will, or pay monthly, what is required by law, at least in this state, is a 30 day notice! He can raise it 6 times in a year!

Some states , I believe California is one, where there are rates restrictions in certain areas for landlords! I am not sure, though I think that is the case!

Answer 4

most places you rent from has a lease and they usually say the amount per month for the term of the lease. Read this if you have one. Landlords are good at doing anything they want so maybe you should try to find a better one.

Answer 5

If you are under rent control, it's illegal. Otherwise, if you have a lease it is legally binding until it expires. Whatever rate is spelled out in a lease IS the only rate, and cannot be increased for the term of the lease. In all other conditions, the only requirement is you must be notified in writing one rent period, usually a month, in advance, and must give written notice of your intent to vacate.
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Answer 6

It is legal. The dollar percentage of each raise is controlled in some cities. Month to month rent can increase. Lease is in fixed payments, but can increase upon the renewal of the lease/

Answer 7

depends on your lease. If it is a month to month he can raise it 12 times a year. If you have a lease the rent is set for the specific amount of the time of the lease

Answer 8

the owner can enhance your lease each and every 3 hundred and sixty 5 days. in case you reside in a city that has 'lease administration' then the owner can purely enhance the lease in accordance with regardless of the lease administration satutes are. maximum ares don't have lease administration. Your landlord makes a decision what he can get for lease. in case you sign a settlement each and every 3 hundred and sixty 5 days he can purely enhance the lease each year. in case you reside to tell the story a month-to-month foundation he can enhance the lease on each and every occasion he needs.

Answer 9

Not unless you live in a city with Rent control.

Answer 10

Yes. They can do whatever they want unless you have a lease agreement for an entire year. If you have a month to month, they still have to give you 30 days notice though.