How can I get a daughter to pay rent-legaly?
89891
Easy. Grow a pair of balls and tell her that she has 90 days to move out unless she pays rent. Tell here that when her 90days are up she will either pay the rent or you will throw her stuff out in the yard. \n\nIf she doesnt pay throw all of her stuff in the front yard and change the locks. \n\nIf you threaten her but do not follow through with it she will never respect you. \n\nBTW I am 25 maried w/ kids of my own. (Notice I can see it from her perspective as far as age is concerned and yours as far as a parents perspective is concerned
912142
First a minor can't legally sign a contract for housing related matters. He must go to court and so does his parents if that is what the paper stated. If they don't appear before the court then a warrant will be issued for their arrest. Why is it that your friend rented a place while his parents was away and didn't pay the rent? What was his causes for not paying the rent? Did your friend do any damage to the property? If so since he is a minor his parents will have to pay for it. Did your friend enter a yearly contract and not stick with it? Did your friend lie about his age when renting the place? All those things play into it. I suggest he fess up to his parents if they don't already know. Go to court!  Please note, since your friend is a minor he can't be sued actually it will be his parents who will get sued on his behalf.
340673
It is going to depend on what state you live in, and whether you had a signed lease.  If you have alease with the provision that states that they were liable for all days up to termination of contract, then yes, she will have to pay.  If you didn't, then it is going to be hard to get.  Try this website and see if it helps.
215312
NOOOOOOOOO! it is not your obligation. you need to have some tough love with this child! Lay down the rules, and tell her that if she can't live with these rules that she is 20 years old and is free to move out. You are babying her! If you don't help your daughter find confidence in her abilty to take care of herself she may live with you FOREVER!!! or at least rely on you each time she is "down and out"
805251
YES they will. Their reasoning is that the money is there for her use if she wants. It doesn't matter where it came from. (at least that's how they think). Her best bet is to call them and make a payment arrangement. It will cost her $50.00 to get started but then they will accept small payments. (for the rest of time)
620511
That is a difficult question to answer since there is not enough information. Are you presently renting a place or are you staying with parents other relatives and friends and not paying.\n\nIf you are renting presently gather up your canceled rent checks or bank statements for the past 24 months,proving that you pay your rent on time,or as many as you can find but try and get at least 12 even if you have to order them from your bank.\n\nDon't try to get parents or friends to vouch for you, it is better if you get co-workers, supervisors, or church members to vouch for you. Also have them sign the letter that they vouched for you on to say I am his/her present supervisor or he is a church member with me , I am a co-worker with him. They might also indicate how long they have known you. These will better vouchers for you.\n\nYou will also want to write a letter explaining why your credit is not as good as it should be and what you are doing to improve it.\n\nI hope this has been of some  us to you, good luck.\n\n"FIGHT ON"
48430
Yes, if they can find a landlord who will rent to them.  Most won't because the lease won't be binding.  The lease is invalid if signed by a minor.  Which means that the minor can't be held liable for anything (unpaid rent, damages, etc...)
915979
You can take her to court for child support.
319120
Go to City Hall and tell them your situation. Sometimes your local Chamber of Commerce can help. \n\nMy Parents had a renter who signed an agreement - but in your case (i don't know the technical term) there is a presumption of verbal contract.\n\nThe Renter would have to prove he did pay the rent with signed receipts.  Its your property, and anybody can be evicted for any number of reasons - especially if the rent is not paid.\n\nMy Parents went to City Hall - cant recall who they talked to - but signed an Eviction Form which the police delivered to the renter. The Police Department also enforced the eviction. (there may or may not be a small fee involved but its not much if any)\n\nIf this, or anyone elses answer is better.., is helpful be sure to click the Best Answer option for that person. (for anybody with a best answer). Too many people are asking questions and never give the best answer any credit at all.\n\nGood luck - I know how hard that situation must be.  DO NOT LISTEN TO SOB STORIES IF and only IF you have already been put off two or more times after trying to work with them.\n\nDO NOT GET THEM TO SIGN A RETRO DATED AGREEMENT FORM!  I'm no expert but Im pretty sure thats a bit underhanded if not illegal. Unless the Police or City Hall suggests it - DONT.
40389
Agree to pay what you charged and tell her to keep telling him you did it with out her permission and wish them the best of luck. If you are charged, deny it and pay what you owe. Now that is not so hard...is it?
929255
Maybe you could get in touch with your congressman or some state Representative and tell them your problem.  Hope it works out for you and your daughter.
1145748
what a loser ! \n\nwhy would he think a kid have enough money for him.\n\nKick him out and get a restraining order. He cannot get an order to force you to pay him anything.\n\nActually, you can force him to pay you until you are 21
203699
get someone you trust to watch the child on the day you are to be out and don't leave until you are arrested. sounds nuts i know, but if you believe you are in the right then the courts need to see it. don't be bullied because you are a single mom. defend yourself and your 'rights' as you would defend your child and his/her 'rights'. have some of your friends watch the house and once you are arrested your friends trash the place. it will end up costing the l.l. more than the 2 or3 months rent he lost.\n\nmy ex's x-wife did this (not leaving) and ended staying free for 6 months (and a couple of court datees), but in that time she was able to save enough for down payment on a house.
1121460
take her to court. or just serve eviction papers and possibly take a loss for what she owes you
793924
She will have to prove to the courts that she and the daughter would be better off moving. Most courts won't look kindly upon her picking up and moving without a guaranteed job wherever she is moving to. Tell her to get her ducks in a row, then issue a written 30 day's notice to the father outlining the wheres and whys of the move. If he fights it, she'll at the very least be equipped with a good arguement.
193761
Minors cannot enter into contracts.  A direct renter may be the way to go.
152457
http://www.craigslist.com has lots of room for rent opportunities, but they tend to be for major metropolitan areas only.  See what they have for the area you live and stat from there.\n\nAlso, check out if there is a local women's shelter that can help you out - they often have resources to help women get out of abusive situations.\n\nIf there is a college in or near your town, visit it's student center and look for a bulletin board for roommate wanted ads.  Community colleges and grad schools will tend to have more adult students looking for roommates and thus might be a more accomodating to your kid.  Plus, you're a lot less likely to end up in an apartment with parties keeping you and your daughter up all night.\n\nAlso, make sure your coworkers know your situation.  It might be uncomfortable to bring up, but you'd be surprised how supporting people can be.  If people know you're looking, you'll find that there are very high chances that a friend of a friend is in a similar situation.\n\nHope this helps!