my landlord put a note on door to enter for due dilligence today?
119578
it means to investigate or evaluate. what he is telling you is that he wants to come in and inspect the apartment you live in.
258242
Unless there is an emergency, like you went off for the weekend and left your pets in the house to bark and disturb the neighbors, or you left the water on and it is overflowing and he recieved a complaint from the downstairs neighbors, he can not legally enter the premises without giving you a 24 hour notice. The notice has to be legit too, it's not like he does this weekly just to see if you painted the walls black. For example, I enter my properties to conduct appraisals, estimate repairs (that they requested) or things of that nature. I cannot harass my tennants just to see the condition of the property. As a tennant you have a right to enjoy quiet use of the property. It seems like he is breaching the lease, you might want to send him a certified letter stating that his actions are not acceptable and that he has to give you 24 hour confirmed written notice anytime he needs to enter the property along with the reason for entering the property unless there is an actual emergency (such as fire) that he needs to immediately enter the premise to protect his property. Inform him that if he continues to breach this lease and break the law, you will be forced to find residence elsewhere.\n\nIf he continues this illegal behavior, your best bet is to leave and find another place to live, immediately send him a certified letter stating that you have left and abandoned the property for a breach in contract, request for the return of your deposit and sue him in small claims for any damages (such as moving cost) because he breached the lease contract.\n\nOne last thing, if he shows up and asks to come in and you say "Yes", there is nothing you can do about that and I bet he doesn't see this as a problem. If you are bothered by this, then you must tell him "No" or go outside to talk to him.\n\nI personaly believe no news from my tennants is good news. I'm sure it's the same for them too. I bet one gets scared when the other calls. ;)\n\nRegards...
464747
Usually the landlord does have the right to show the place while you are still living there.  However, there are some techniques you can use to make him stop.\n\nNext time he calls, empty out your garbage can into the middle of the living room.  Perferably, it should contain last night's dinner.\n\nConspicuously put out rat traps and/or rat poison and a can of Raid.\n\nWhen he shows up at your door, answer it in you most-worn pair of boxers.
191498
Give your landlords a month notice. Know that they may show your apartment. The proceedure is not too complicated, just make sure tha apartment is clean, and you should get your deposit back. Good luck!
346157
Yes, but it's kind of a moot point.  The landlord is just making sure you're out.  In theory, you can serve notice but still end up squatting there and the landlord has little recourse. \n\nIt can be construed as a slight insult, but who cares?
113976
the only way your landlord can enter your rented home is with notice.  she cannot take a thing from there w/o a court order.  did you abandon it? if so then yes, with a court order the landlord can take everything.  unfortunately.
277368
Well, they can pretty much do whatever they want.  They aren't allowed to enter your home unannouced unless there is an emergency, but I've never heard that a "friendly visit" was against the law.  I would be so annoyed if my landlord did what yours does.  It's obnoxious and rude and some people just don't get it.  The only thing you can do is be straight forward and honest about it.  Start with a polite, "thanks for stopping by, we will call you if we need anything" and if they don't get the hint be more direct.
416728
Change the locks at 12:01 am Dec 1.\n\nIf they haven't paid November's rent, you are probably entitled to keep it from their deposit.  Do your walk through (get a video camera if you can) on November 30, document any and all damage.\n\nIf they sue you, you will have to go to court, but if you have done everything by the book, I wouldn't sweat it, you should win.\n\nI do know that in NJ you have to provide them with a written statement showing the reasons for keeping any of the security deposit and I believe it has to be provided pretty quickly.\n\nJust don't verbally agree to return the deposit and then don't.  Try not to speak to them until they are out and the locks are changed, that way if they get back in it is breaking and entering and you could prosecute them.\n\nGood luck
369362
I usually put return to sender and send it back. Thing is, I've lived in this apartment for over 5 years, and I sometimes still get mail for previous tenants. Anymore sometimes I can't help but open it to see what it is. But I don't do that all the time, just sometimes. I can't believe it still comes in...
257357
This is not a simple question - if you live in the USA, especially. There are laws that cover Security Deposits and Fair Housing Guidelines and to ensure that you have no problems in the future, you need to comply with the Fair Housing law(s) of your State\n\nBoth Landlor and Tenants have rights under this law.\n\nYour tenant, for example, has the right to request/expect (and should be done) that the landlord conduct a walk-through of the rental unit time (1 or 2 weeks, depends on your laws and contract) prior to the official termination of the tenancy contract.  It is thru the walk-thru that you tell the renter if you will withhold any of his/her deposit  if repairs or cleaning are not performed by tenant.  After removing all personal property, the tenant can again request a final walk-thru wiht the landor to ensure thatll obligations have been fulfilled.  Accdg to your contract and laws, you have a certain number of days after vacating the place the landlord (you) has to  mail the renter the deposit or an itemized statement of any deductions taken out y the landlord.  If more than a certain amount of witholding is kept (limits by State law) by the landlord, you are required to accompany the itemization with copies of the receipts and documents showing the charges deducted.  There are other 'time limitations' but again depends on the State.I believe, but I can't remember, that the tenant can waive receipt of these documents.  There is other little things that you need to ensure you do to ensure that this tenant doesn't come back and bite you in small claims court.\n\nThe Letter can be simple:\n\nLetter to (legal/full name of tenant as in contract) and address he provides you.\n\nSubject: describe here the rental property (full legal address, unit number and renter name)-Rental Dates to-from\n\nDear Mr XXXX\n\nOn date you notified me that you would vacate the xxxxxxxx property.  We inspected (if you did) the xxxxx on date and xxxxxx date.  \n\nNo damages where found or damages where found as follows\n\nand consequently repairs had to be made for a total cost of $$ receipts and description of work done are enclosed.\n\nFinal walk thru was made on xxxx. This letter confirms that All your personal property has been removed from the property.\n\nSincerely,\n\nyour name\naddress\n\n\n____________\nLetter received by (name of tenant and date)  \n\nnote: make sure that you have the tenant sign receipt of letter and date it.
594880
Unless stated in writing previously, the landlord does not owe you a dime. If you were to undo the changes, the landlord could charge you, keep your security and/or sue you in court. I would suggest sucking it up and play nice and see if you could get anything out of your landlord. He is not required to give you anything whatsoever.
605847
It seems that you did everything right because after 9.30.2005, the tenancy for a term became a tenacy at will so that either party could terminate the lease provided there was notice. If you could show the written documentation that says you gave them the appropriate 30-day notice, this will help you in court to establish intent to move out. If they are saying they didnt get the keys until mid-November, and there is no physical evidence to say that you didn't turn them in, the landlord will most likely loose because (1) You have written evidence of your intent to move and (2) The landlord will be the plaintiff which means he will have the burden of proving, by a proponderance of evidence (51% or more) that you didn't turn in your keys at the beginning of Novemeber which will be impossible without cameras of some sort.\nBUT, consult a property/contract lawyer. They will know the specific law of your state.
360389
you should ask for a receipt because the deposit wouldn't explain that it is a pay for your rent. Get a written receipt just in case you need in the future. It's always safe to be sure...
473099
No, they cannot do this.  She needs to get in touch with her local housing authority, or the Sheriff's office.  \n\nPersonally, I'd report a break in, and inform the police that I have a suspicion that it's in the landlord's office.
308792
I don't know how bugs on your food determine whether someone was in your apartment.  Before you jump to conclusions put a thin strip of transparent tape on the edge of your door, either near the bottom or top, where it won't be seen by a casual observer.  If someone opens the door the tape will break and you will know someone has entered.\n\nA lot of landlords have clauses in their leases that say they can enter your apartment at anytime (sometimes they need to call an hour ahead incase you are there, but if you are not they can still come in.) in order to show a "typical" apartment to a customer, make repairs, etc...\nMake sure you have definitave proof and you have all your ducks in a row before you start pointing fingers.
196014
In the state of Maine it is the landlords responsibility.  I would assume it is there.  Call code enforcement and document that you have called by letting your landlord know by mail or letter (make sure it is written).
9751
What does your lease say?. This should outline your rights for showing. Perhaps another neutral party may assist or you may need to retain an attorney and place them on notice that you will show subject to notice etc.