we have complained about the people upstairs a few times which we had to because of the amount of noise they were making and we have had a few other problems with the property but we have always been patient and paid our rent on time.
2007-09-29 01:40:18 · 19 answers · asked by jmf 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
I'm afraid he doesn't have to give you a reason. After I split from my ex-husband I rented a house and my landlord became a bit of a stalker. When I met my new partner, the landlord gave me an ultimatum "marry me or get out" when I told him to get lost he gave me 2 months notice to quit. I went to Citizens advice who said I couldn't do a thing, not even on grounds of harassment.
I'd just ask him for a reference and start looking for something else. Sorry to hear of your problem, I do know how it feels :-(
2007-09-29 01:47:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Lots of advice here, most of it incorrect, actually. It may be correct for the poster's jurisdiction but as you haven't mentioned where you are (this is a global forum) a totally correct answer is not possible.
The REAL answer is: It Depends! Some jurisdictions give tenants an unlimited right of possession as long as they pay the rent. A good example of this would be rent-controlled properties in New York where even the rent that the landlord can charge is severly restricted.
In the UK, a tenant with an Assured Shorthold Tenancy can generally stay put indefinitely unless the landlord wishes to occupy the premises himself or place a family member in the unit or sell the property. In that instance, the landlord would have to tell the tenant the reason for termination of the tenancy for it to be enforceable. (Even so, the tenant would still have significant rights to claim a right of occupancy, at least for a while until they localted similar accommodation in the local area.)
In most states in the US, the landlord need give no reason at all at the end of a lease. He only needs to give the required notice to quit, normally 30 days, and you have to move. Unless you can prove that the landlord's motivation was for a protected reason -- race, creed, color, national origin, family status and sometimes sexual preference -- you have no right of possession once the landlord has given you notice. A couple of sates -- NY and NJ come to mind -- have protections similar to the UK AST in that the landlord must want to occupy the unit himself or place a family member or sell the property. However in NY and NJ the landlord can raise the rent as much and as often as he wishes unless the property is rent controlled. This effectively gives the landlord a way to put a tenant out without having to give a reason.
2007-09-29 04:33:19 · answer #2 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Once your contract ends, neither you nor your landlord are under any obligation to renew it.
There are two main reasons a landlord might chose not to renew:
(i) He/she wishes to make improvements to the property and subsequently significantly raise the rent. A landlord CAN let a lease expire, then rent to new tenants at twice the price, but cannot double the rent of existing tenants without expecting trouble!
(ii) You may think you are ideal tenants, but who among us does not sincerely believe we are "above average"? Maybe he just doesn't like you, or maybe you are too "high maintenance"!
2007-09-29 01:49:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i hate to say it but maybe he wants to sell the flat off.
is the flat above you also not having it's contract renewed?
if the flat that you live in is a converted house, he may want to sell the lot or convert it back (this has been done before).
has he given you sufficient notice that he wont be renewing? the notice period should be stated in your original contract.
he can't hold any complaints about other tennants against you if there was a valid reason for the complaint.
but he does not have to legally give you a reason as to why the contract is not beiong renewed. he may do so out of politeness but that is up to them.
i would strongly suggest contacting your local Citizens Advice Bureau and checking out the information on the advice guide website:
www.adviceguide.org.uk
hope this helps and good luck!
2007-09-29 01:54:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
NO he has complied with the terms of the contract (or lease) to allow you to live in his property for a specific time at a specific price. unless it states clearly in your contract that you can extend the terms , past the agreed date , then it would be expected that you vacate the property. Often landlords will extend your tenency on a weekly rent basis, especially as he may wish to repair the problems you mention or re-develop the premises in too short a time to arrange a new lease with future tenants.
2007-09-29 02:53:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh this is awful. I'm sorry to hear that good people are forced to leave. :( But, no, legally once the contract is expired, he really doesn't have to say anything more than goodbye. :( He should be nice enough as a person to just say why. Maybe he's selling the building, or maybe it's more devious than that and he's got some relative that needs a place to stay so he's moving them into your place. Whatever the reason, you may never know. Good luck in your search for a home with better neighbors, though!
2007-09-29 01:44:45 · answer #6 · answered by hennahair72 3 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, you're going to get kicked out if you don't move out of your own accord. I've seen this happen way too often. A few months go by without a renewal of lease, then the complaining tenant (even if it's a good one) doesn't get a renewal but an eviction notice instead.
2007-09-29 01:45:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
Actually they don't have to give you any reason not to renew your lease. The contract is complete at the time it ends, and there is no law that requires them to continue renting to you. The contract has been fulfilled and at that time can
terminate with proper notice, which sounds like this is the case.
2007-09-29 08:54:20 · answer #8 · answered by skiingstowe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a landlord and the answer to your question is no. A landlord doesn't have to give you any reason. Best advice is to find a new place before your lease is up and go. If your landlord goes through the courts to evict you, you'll end up paying all the court cost and still have to find a new place to live.
2007-09-29 01:45:48 · answer #9 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Legal terms as long as he has serve you 2 months notice he doesn't have to tell you why he is giving you notice. He might be selling, or moving away, doesn't always mean your bad tenants and he wants you out. stay callm so he can give you a good ref
2007-10-01 10:32:27 · answer #10 · answered by littlemissgio 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋