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What should I do if the landlord is just not fixing things?

Landlord and fixing things.?

  • We pay our rent on time but our landlord will not fix anything. He actually tried to evict my neighbor for asking for too many things to be fixed. What can I do? Please help!

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    Visit this site for more info: http://www.tenant.net Select your state from "other states and area" ;) But you should request it, if they fail or repairs are slow.. then make your request in person or on paper (keep records), but never withold rent or youll be evicted. Get agreement in writing. If still nothing follow up w/ second letter sent by registered mail indicating to him that if nothing is done you will notify your city's housing inpector department. If still nothing .. contact your local housing inspector department. Keep info of person name, time, date, address that you spoke with and documents that prove your attempts in resolving the matter and the necessary repairs. You CANT be evcited by for complaining for their negligence, if so ... seek legal representation Immediately. =)

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Check out the laws of your state on landlord tenant rights or try the web under those subjects. It should explain what your rights are.

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In CA, a landlord can evict a tenant without a reason. However, the owners are responsible for repairs. Very few people actually know the laws surrounding renting. You need to make a paper trail. Make ALL of your repair requests in writing (or any request for that matter) Verbal requests don't hold water in court anymore. If push comes to shove you can exercise your right to withhold rent until the repairs are made (if the damages are making the apartment unsafe etc) Be warned however, that if you need legal counsel, get someone who knows what their doing!

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