look into your local laws. the laws here are that one could get upto 60 days before you have to leave.
Landlords try to evict you when you don't pay rent...and you can screw them, and stay as long as you like. The courts practically protect you in that manner.
So, since your deposit may be kept until a judge gives it to you (and you still won't get it, if they're jerks), stay. Don't leave. Screw them, for a change. See how much the new owners are willing to pay to get you out on time.
OK, so maybe it's just the beer talkin'...but I'm willing to bet you could be a hardnose, and come out ahead...or at least, better off than before.
So, since your deposit may be kept until a judge gives it to you (and you still won't get it, if they're jerks), stay. Don't leave. Screw them, for a change. See how much the new owners are willing to pay to get you out on time.
OK, so maybe it's just the beer talkin'...but I'm willing to bet you could be a hardnose, and come out ahead...or at least, better off than before.
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Ack! That really DOES suck. 
The one good thing though is that not too many people are moving this time of year so the competition for places isn't as tough and the people renting will tend to be more flexible on things such as deposits and first/last. N.Y. Tenants' Rights Guide Check and see what rights you have under the circumstances.
The one good thing though is that not too many people are moving this time of year so the competition for places isn't as tough and the people renting will tend to be more flexible on things such as deposits and first/last. N.Y. Tenants' Rights Guide Check and see what rights you have under the circumstances.ulfwald: There are very, very, very few instances where you can withhold rent like that, and if you do in a situation where it is not authorized by law, you can get in trouble for it. The courts are not keen on that at all so it's not recommended. It does depend on the state, however.
Here's a good place to start research on landlord tenant law: Cornell's Legal Information Insitute
Here's a good place to start research on landlord tenant law: Cornell's Legal Information Insitute
Wow, thanks people! Lots of good information and links for me to look at. I am going to check them out, and spend the day calling about other apartments. Thanks again!
The security deposit is the worst part though, because we should get it back. This place was dirty when we moved in, and it was not painted. We really redid the whole inside, and I am going to fight to get my money back. We have paid our rent on time every month for over two years, fixed alot of our own problems because they wouldn't (taking the money for the parts out of the rent of course) and been excellent tenants. So they are not going to keep my money, one way or another I will get it back.
The security deposit is the worst part though, because we should get it back. This place was dirty when we moved in, and it was not painted. We really redid the whole inside, and I am going to fight to get my money back. We have paid our rent on time every month for over two years, fixed alot of our own problems because they wouldn't (taking the money for the parts out of the rent of course) and been excellent tenants. So they are not going to keep my money, one way or another I will get it back.
Ok, my last post was more in frustration, and it is bad advice. Best thing to do is send a certified letter to the land lord requesting an inspection, therefore you have a chance to fix anything that he decide to "withhold" the deposit for. Second upon completon of the inspection, have him/her sighn an agreement that the property is in satisfactory condition. third, send another letter requesting return of the deposit within 30 days or you will be forced to take legal action.
Last, always consult the local and state laws. He may be required to give you 60 days notice.
Last, always consult the local and state laws. He may be required to give you 60 days notice.
I don't believe that no one has pointed this one out yet, but in most states, tenants must be advised that the property is for sale. Your landlord didn't tell you until after the sale, and likely broke a serious law in doing so (in some states it can actually stop the sale). Definitely check with someone about this. You can't stay there indefinitely, but you should likely be able to extend the amount of time you have to find a new place.
Do a search for Landlord-Tenant laws in your state. It really pays to know what your rights are (knowing the laws has really saved my ass several times, and actually stopped me from being evicted a few months ago).
Do a search for Landlord-Tenant laws in your state. It really pays to know what your rights are (knowing the laws has really saved my ass several times, and actually stopped me from being evicted a few months ago).
Glad to hear it, GF! My wife and I moved out of a crappy complex on Sept. 1st, and while the legal wranglings are not over yet (if I don't have my security deposit by the first week of November, I'll file my second lawsuit against them), we ended up at a terrific complex with an apartment that is just wonderful. Can you say garden tubs (two bathrooms) and his and her sinks??
Good luck on the move!!
Good luck on the move!!
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Really glad you are moving to somewhere nicer so the move's not so traumatic for you.
Here's hoping your old landlord moves somewhere with a serious infestation and seven kids next door! LOLI LIKE to move, btw..it's the only time my house is really clean and I actually KNOW what all I own.
congrats on the new place GF.
gl moving...those damn companies are going to steal your money!
rent a uhaul, it'll go a long way
gl moving...those damn companies are going to steal your money!
rent a uhaul, it'll go a long way
Well that's good news, GirlFriday Especially that you are going somewhere you like better than from where you are leaving.
Especially that you are going somewhere you like better than from where you are leaving.Haul this guy's ass in to court. The fact that you were fortunate enough to find a new place is irrelevant. There are two important issues here. The first one is getting the security deposit back. The second one is the fact that you were given no advance warning. Check the laws in your area in regards to this.
I'm glad you were able to find a place, but don't let this go. Too many people out there screw their tenants over.
I'm glad you were able to find a place, but don't let this go. Too many people out there screw their tenants over.
PCAddict: I am still going to fight to get my money back, I am just happy I found such a nice place.
Thanks guys!
Thanks guys!
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