We recently moved into a rented flat, as part of our rental agreement we requested a Fridge as when viewing we noticed there was only a Freezer in place.  The landlord/agency moved in a Fridge/Freezer combo thats free standing which is fine and no complaints about that however the old Freezer was left plugged in […]

I had a problem with the toilet and I called a plumber because the landlord put in the contract that I was in charge of the plumbing drains in the contract. I’m the contract it says "Keep all drains free and clear. Tenant is responsible for plumbing blockages caused by tenants use. Tenant shall not […]

I live in an apartment complex on a 2nd floor apartment. The apartment was infested before we moved in because the first night I stayed there, we still had not moved any of our belongings or furniture in and I was eaten alive in my sleep! The next day, all of our BRAND NEW FURNITURE […]

I moved into my current home on July 5. Home is being managed for owner through real estate broker. I am having recurring problems with getting the required maintenance to have the air conditioner to work properly shortly after I moved in.  Every week I am contacting the real estate brokers’ office because the air […]

Can I evict a tenant from my home for smoking in the home?  Stipulation #13 in the lease states no smoking in home.  I don’t want to go to court and have the judge just slap them on the hand and tell them to quit smoking in the home.  I want them out!  We are […]

I have been living in my apartment for about 3 years. Made a list of all the things wrong with it and they were fixed. shortly after moving in I find out that my refrigerator is not working properly. Its on a level 2 temperature which is keeping things somewhat warm but if I turn […]

Dealing with Apartment Noise Complaint One of the most common problems with Apartment living; is dealing with noisy neighbors or complaints from neighbors that you are being too noisy.  Surprisingly, you might find that you have some unique rights to protect your quiet enjoyment. How to Deal with a Noise Complaint Against you? The first […]

Background checks are necessary nowadays before moving in to a new apartment unit or even nailing the new job. It is done through credit checking, criminal history checks or lawsuits, and prior residences. The problem with background check is that is sometimes provides inaccurate information. Here are some tips on how you can pass a […]

My tenant e-mailed stating that there were some gurgling noises in the drains.  In addition, some drains moving slow.  I e-mailed her back immediately.  I said I would call the drain company and they would rooter the pipes.  In the past, we have had roots grow into our sewer.  We typically get the rooter company […]

If we were give 30 days to move out of our rented home and the landlord has our last month rent, is he responsible for reimbursing us the remaining days of the month at a prorated rate?