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Is the landlord allowed to charge for yard clean-up even if you are not totally moved out?
If you had a contract with your landlord for yard cleanup then you have to keep to this contract until the end of the month when you move out. Marcy
Who is responsible for lawn maintenance landlord or tenant?
If mowing or gardening is not in your signed rental contract, then it's up to the renter to keep the yard clean and mowed. If you live in an apartment or condo then it's directly up to the Maintenance person of that building.
What if the landlord wants me as the new renter to give the security deposit money to the last tenant and they left the place in a mess?
Giving the security deposit to the old tenant is a bad idea under any circumstance. Keep it simple - give it to the landlord. If the place is a mess, tell him (in writing) that you're not paying him the deposit until he cleans the place up. But, pay him the first month's rent, so you have a consummated contract.
If landlord has a renter who has not paid or has no proof of payment and the landlord dies can his surviving wife kick renter out?
Sure she owns the property now and the renter is a squatter since they haven't paid rent. She has all the legal right to remove the renter. She should give them the benefit of the doubt since there are no records, but at the same time give them thirty days written notice that they need to move out. Renters should always keep a photo copy of the money order they use to pay rent, get a receipt and never pay just in cash. Keeping these records can help obtain a mortgage later or show vested interest if they are renting to buy a property.
Can your landlord keep a security deposit to paint an apartment after two years of occupancy?
Yes he can. It depends on the degree of damage done. A landlord shouldn't keep the deposit to paint if only usual wear and tear have occured. However, putting nail or pin holes may be enough for the landlord to justify keeping the deposit for damage beyong normal, permitted use.
Can a landlord keep your deposit if you back out before signing a contract?
"I would check with an attorney on that question. So I would have the legal advise on that question. I hope that this was some help."
Is it possible to be accepted for an apartment with not much credit nor renter's history?
Do you have personal references? Are you right out of school with a good GPA? You have to sell yourself to a landlord. If it's a big complex you may be talking to an agent without much leeway. Keep trying.
Can a renter keep something they installed on rental property?
Renters generally are not technically supposed to install anything without the permission of the landlord. However, if you replaced the showerhead, or something like that, with a nicer version when you moved in, if you wanted to switch it back, who would know?
Can a landlord keep your security deposit if you move out early?
it depends on the type of lease you have and what it states as a proper termination period. If you are on a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord gives you 30 days notice and you move out during that 30-days and have paid a full month's rent, then no, he cannot keep your deposit. If you leave without paying the full month's rent, then yes, your landlord has the right to keep your deposit as "unpaid rent money" unless he/she is able to re-rent the apartment. If they re-rent it, then you will get some of your deposit (prorated). Hope this helps. :)
What is the worst that can happen to you if you do not pay rent or break the lease?
The renter will be subject to eviction. The exception to this is if the state where the person is renting has laws that allow the renter to withhold payment due to the landlord not keeping the property up to code. Withholding rent payment is a last resort and the state's landlord-tenant laws should be examined before the action is taken. The renter can contact the state or local housing authority for assistance.
Can a landlord prevent you from leaving?
This depends, "prevent you from leaving" has many connotations to it. The landlord cannot make you keep to the contract (the lease) but he can seek damages if you violate it. Your landlord cannot lock your door from the outside as to prevent you from legally leaving the property. This could be defined as false imprisonment. Prevent you from leaving the lease by offering you a reduced rent? Of course. But he can't force you.
Do we have to keep the landlord's existing items before we move in?
You may have to keep the landlord's items in your rental property. Information regarding this should be discussed in your rental agreement.
