I live in Jackson, Ms. Can my rent be raised without written notice on the regular due date?
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I think your getting hosed. The federal government sets standards for tenants and landlords. You should have received a notice of some sort unless it states otherwise in your lease agreement. Be careful there are some really shady dealers out there and this one might be trying to slip one by you. If you have to contact a lawyer for further advice you might actually be able to find one to advise for free over the phone. Good Luck! J
18669
If it is anything like the program in MS, then there are companies that give you credit (a certain % of your rent) towards the future purchase of a house.  I know that down here you have to pay some fees to do this.
1119001
Depending on the results of your criminal background check, and previous rental history, you could offer to pay a month ahead. For example, when you move in, pay the deposit, the first AND second month's rent. When the second month rolls around, pay the third month, etc.  You can agree that if you fall behind you will move immediately and leave the place spotless.  Many apartment managers would rather rent the apartment to someone willing to show good faith and then follow through than leave it vacant.
362878
It depends on where you live; each state has different renters laws and i suggest you go online and learn them. Typically, you should have signed a lease which is legally binding and will be your best friend or your worst nightmare.  Usually in a lease there is a specific date which is montly that is outlined for the rent being due and then an outline of late fees depending on the number of days you are late. In mostleases you have 3 days to get your rent in before it's considered late, and this also varies by the leasor who created the lease.  After that point the leasor is usually able to assign late fees to the lesee however there usually is not room until the rent is more then 30 days and in most places 60-90 days past due in which a landlord can take you to small claims court. \nYOu should also have something listed in your lease regarding visitors. Most leasors are required to give the lesee at least 24 hours notice for any visitors or before entering the property. YOu should not have people just showing up w/out you being notified 24 hours in advance, that should be in your lease.  In most places your landlord has a limited amount of time to fix any repairs needed as well, some it's within 24 hours, some it's w/in a week, depends on the location and your lease! \n\nI would really look at your lease and make sure you're covered. That's really all you can do at this point. It's your word against theirs... so i would make sure you have documented what you called to have repaired and when it did or did not get fixed. I would have your rent receipts handy and your lease handy stating the date it's due. Good Luck
930667
The law varies from state to state on how much notice you must receive, but you cannot actually be evicted without a court order.  \n\nYou really need to find out the law in your state.
780756
Nope, no rent control in Texas.  \n\n$5 increase nothing.  From what you're telling me, it sounds like it's a renter's market in your area, which is why they are offering you only a $5 increase for a long term lease, and huge hike for short term, they WANT you in the apartment, but they also don't want to miss an opportunity to bump your rent.  They are betting that you'd rather pay the $5 than move.
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You might want to contact the Fair housing agency or the consumer protection office.\nHere is some information:\n\nTennessee Landlord Tenant Rights: \n\nFair Housing Agency:   \n\nHuman Rights commission\n530 Church Street\nNashville, TN 37243\n(615) 741-5825                            \n\nNotice of Entry: No Requirements\n\n\nLease Termination: 30 Days (Tennessee code Ann. § 66-28-512) Landlord must give 60 day notice to increase rent\n\n Security Deposit: Must be returned within a reasonable amount of time\n\n \nConsumer Protection Office: \nDepartment of Commerce and Insurance\nDivision of Consumer Affairs\n500 James Robertson PKWY 5th Fl.\nNashville TN 37243\n(615) 741-4737\n(800) 342-8385
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Please try to hear what I am saying. Your problem is not in writing the notice but screening the people out that you do not want. I have 10+ rentals and you cannot believe the things that people will say and to convince you to rent, and then you run background check and Mr. Hyde reveals himself! A simple notice with your address, phone number, and cost will suffice and be choosy! Wait for the right person, and whatever they tell you, assume it is not true until you can prove it to be otherwise. You haven't experienced grief until you try to evict someone who won't pay, leaves their dog locked inside for a week (imagine the carpet, walls, etc.) and won't remove the trash. It's a major financial, emotional, and health hazard. Have the prospective tenant pay the application fee and apply it toward their rent and have it professionally screened for credit, job history, rental history, criminal history and good luck.
901580
Without a lease your landlord if he wanted to could raise your rent every month as long as they give you notice or unless you are in a rent control...  One of the only reasons I opt for a lease is so that they can't raise my rent more than once a year. However the law might be different where you live so... the best thing to do is call the department of fair housing where you live and see what they say. Good Luck to you!\n\n\nHave a GREAT day!
614719
Unfortunately the landlord can raise to as high as he wants.  But if he did that he would not have anybody renting.  What has happened is that the rent in your area has gone up.  So in return your new landlord can ask what the rent is dictating in your market area.  The only suggestion is to work out some sort of agreement.  Tell him your situation and hope for the best.
854924
First of all, the fact that your landlord has a late fee does not give you blanket permission to be late.  \n\nThey say you were served with a Notice to Quit on 10/16.  You had 3 days to pay or they were going to terminate your lease for late payment(s).  You didn't pay.  They terminated your lease.  If they accept any more rent from you, it will make their notice invalid and unenforceable.   In other words, they don't want your money ... they just want you out because you always pay late.\n\nIf you never got the Notice, you may be able to challenge this in court.  Also, you need to find out the laws in your state to find out if one notice is enough to get you out.  Every state has laws on how the notice must be served, what the notice must contain, and so forth.  Perhaps they did not follow the law.\n\nIn any case, they need a court order to get you out.  Once you stay past the vacate by date, they will file in court to have you evicted as a holdover tenant.  You will get a chance to challenge the service of and the legality of the notice at that time.
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Technically, yes.  But if you needed a few additional days... what are they going to do... evict you.\n\nIf you needed to stay until May 10th, I'd tell them on the 3rd that you will be there till the 10th and pay them a few extra dollars rent (per diem).\n\nThere really is nothing that they can do.  Even if they were to file for an eviction for a holdover lease, the court date would be after a little time.  Even if you went to court and were evicted, you'd still have a few days to vacate.\n\nHope this helps.
954957
30 days prior to your lease or rental agreement is over. If you don't pay, you'll get evicted. Just inform your landlord you're moving out unless they can lower your rent. \n\nThis only applies to when your lease or rental agreement is going to expire in 30 days. If you're in a middle of a lease, they cannot raise your rent. E-mail me if you have any questions.\n\nRegards
1092712
Even if there is a clause that states your landlord can raise the rent see if 72 FULL hours has passed. The fourth day can really mean the fourth day but not 72 whole hours. Most states have a buyer's remorse period where any contract signed can be negated within the first 72 hours. Therefore, check the lease. Most standard leases do not allow a rate increase during the lease term. Also since the terminology in the notice is incorrect, that notice is not binding. The notice stated "...since the lease has renewed...". This is not a lease renewal. This is a new lease. As always, please contact an attorney for professional legal advice. This answer depends a lot on state and local law surrounding the apartment.
1042910
Read your lease. If you signed a year's lease, you usually have agreed to a defined rent for that year. The rent should not go up until the end of the year. If you are on a month-to-month lease, the landlord has a right to raise the rent, provided he gives you proper notice, usually at least one month. Either you or the landlord can cancel a month-to-month lease with 30 days notice. Some jurisdictions have rules limiting how much landlords can raise rent. You would have to check with your local government to see if such laws exist where you live.
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When you go on this site in you top right left hand corner click on, Laws & Statutes and then click on your state.\n\nFair Housing Agency: \nHuman Relations Commission\n121 West Jones Street\nRaleigh, NC 27603\n(919) 733-7996\nNotice of Entry: Reasonable Notice\n\nLease Termination: 7 Days (North Carolina Gen. Stat § 42-14) No statute on the amount of notice required to increase rent\nSecurity Deposit: Must be returned within 30 days\nConsumer Protection Office: \nOffice of the Attorney General\nConsumer Protection Section \nDepartment of justice\nP.O. Box 629\nRaleigh, NC 27602\n(919) 733-4723\n*****************
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In most States NO. (check your local laws). \n\nMost states state that the landlord can not change the locks on you for a missed payment. She has to go through the "Eviction Process" and can only take your deposit and sue you for the remainder owed. She can not lock you out, sell your belongings, or kick you to the street without going through the legal process.\n\nThe legal process usually gives you 3 months in most states. Of course I'm assuming your late rent isn't that overdue??? But she would need to issue you an Eviction notice weeks in advance of Eviction.\n\nGet legal help.