Comments on: Increase in rent?

By: Gary

Gary — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 20:14:09 +0000

I agree with the other attorney, you have been wronged, but I don’t think court is the best option. Look at other solutions first, then court if it is absolutely needed.

By: Rich

Rich — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:18:11 +0000

If you signed the agreement first, then you have first dibs at the rental… You should make your landlord kick out the other tenants.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:12:40 +0000

Don’t know what to say… just saw you are at Virginia Tech, sorry about the shootings that happened awhile ago, that was awful. I wish you and the other students much success.

By: Mary

Mary — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 15:10:29 +0000

I’m a landlord, and I’ve made a few mistakes in the past. But to accidentally agree to rent a place to two people at the same time, that’s bad! It seems like your managers aren’t real bright. But the issue is that the landlord made the mistake, not you. Who ever made the mistake is responsible for redeeming the problem. I’m surprised they aren’t bending over backwards to make this work. You need to get a paper trail started, the best way to do that is by filing a complaint. You will want to file before you move into the new place. I feel bad for you, but this is the whole reason the RPA is around, they will help protect your renting rights.

By: John

John — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:02:13 +0000

I’ve looked over what you are saying, and yes your landlord is responsible to meet the terms agreed upon by both parties. (Assuming the agreement is signed by both parties, and that there isn’t an exclusion clause) However, I’m not sure what attorney’s charge where you’re from, but if I were to work on a case like this it would be $150 per hour with a retainer of $2500. So, if the damage is an additional $18 per month, that’s only $216. In my opinion I would advise mey client to not persue it, since the damages don’t really make it worth your time and effort. Yes, I know you’re a poor college student and every dime counts– that’s why I would especially droping this based on your situation. Court battles can be costly and hard to win, no matter how obvious the case looks. Try mediation first, you should be able to get the help you need through the RPA Complaint option. RPA Mediation, many times is more effective than the courts; the RPA actually attaches the complaint to your landlord’s record, so it intices them to be more than fair. I hope that helps.