The owner's son used to live in one of the apartments (in fact, he showed me my apartment before I moved in). He was the "resident manager" for our apartment building. We haven't seen him or his car for months now. Last year, the landlord sent a letter saying that all problems should be reported to him (landlord) instead of the resident manager. When I asked do we not have a resident manager anymore, he said, "is that what the letter said?" I said, "No, it's not". But then he just said he was changing the way to report problems.\n\nThere are 20 units in our building, and I believe in California (where I live) that a resident manager is required for buildings of 15 units or more. \n\nIs there a government agency I can report this situation to? Can I report it anonymously, as I don't want to have any retaliation from the landlord? Thanks in advance.
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In California, you can have an off-site manager for an apartment complex of any size.  But if the complex is 16 or more units, that person needs to have a Ca. Real Estate salesperson license.  If you feel that the 'neglect' of the complex is an issue, report it to the California Department of Real Estate (DRE)- go to www.dre.ca.gov\nYou can get the phone numbers to the area office for your county, and a bunch of other helpful stuff. \n(I have a degree in real estate and escrow- i should know!)\n\nYour landlord has a responsibility to you and all other tennants of the building to guarantee 'quiet enjoyment of dwelling spaces in possession of the tennant'... That's the law.
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If the co had grounds for issue the order then it was right if not he could go to IG.\nNow if complaints come to the co(would they do if there are any)that came from housing /building coordinator or even the 3 strike rule has been in forced the co has all ground to put an order out like that and its not personal.What he is trying to do then is protect the soldier and his wife to sit on the street.If you had a 3 strike rule put out and you do not get rid of those dogs housing will evict u in a matter of days and then the co has to deal with that issue too.\nSo you see if you think that order was right get rid of the dogs.\nIf you think it was wrong go to IG.
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He may have no choice, meaning that the tenant currently occupying the unit apparently has not left.  This actually happens more than you'd think.  To be able to force the tenant out, the landlord would have to evict and get restitution of the premises from a court order.  Then he'd have to make it ready for you as well.\n\nThat being said, the landlord should be prepared to address the fact that he cannot meet his contract terms (the move-in date).  No doubt your rent should be pro-rated for the days you can't be in the unit.  However, you might be able to negotiate an even better deal, and if YOUR landlord doesn't allow you to stay (see my comment above), you are at risk of potential court action and a negative landlord reference.  You should be compensated, perhaps in a small way, for that.
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Oh you are opening up pandora's box!  Do  you really want tenants working on your property?  You are opening yourself up to a lot of liability issues there.  Definetly speak with a lawyer, but as a property manager I would say not a good idea!  If I let the tenants make decisions about repairs/maintenance/upkeep around here there would be mayhem!  I can't tell you how many people knock on my door daily....to ask to borrow a plunger! ugh!  Seriously though, think about your investment, you want to protect it right?  People tend to care for their own property much better than those who are merely renting!
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I think your getting hosed. The federal government sets standards for tenants and landlords. You should have received a notice of some sort unless it states otherwise in your lease agreement. Be careful there are some really shady dealers out there and this one might be trying to slip one by you. If you have to contact a lawyer for further advice you might actually be able to find one to advise for free over the phone. Good Luck! J
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I was an HR Director for about 10 years, although in California and Texas, not Washington. Anyhow, it's been a while, but here goes... Technically you were insubordinate and it is likely that the unemployment officer who officiates over the phone hearing will not believe that you meant anything else by saying d*ck in an e-mail (about someone who I presume is your boss). That said, I am wondering if they actually have your signature on anything that says that you are aware that "they" (your employer) have the right to read and monitor electronic mailings sent by you. Unless they (or you since you were the office manager) are very organized they may have trouble coming up with this paperwork. They need this in order to read your electronic communications and I would bring this up to the officer unless you know for sure that they have it and can easily access it. Also, I am wondering if there is any defense you might have with regards to why you said it or the context in which it was said. Additionally, has there ever been a time that you are aware of when "they" may have set a different precedent by not firing/terming someone based on this sort of insubordination? In other words, where someone else called  a manager a name of sorts, but were either not disciplined or disciplined without termination. I also have to wonder why your employer was able to read this e-mail (did someone show it to him or did you leave your computer on) and why he bothered to log on to your computer if that's what he did? Typically, I wouldn't do this unless I had it in for the person and usually that would mean a series of write ups (I'm a GM/PM now so I still have a number of reports and remember my HR days well). Unfortunately, most companies have a policy saying that they can terminate with no notice based on certain acts, one of which is insubordination. Still, I agree with you that he sounds like a jerk if this is all he had. He would have done better to call you in and find out why you felt like that, thereby trying to find a fix for the situation and gaining your loyalty if he succeeded. Good luck!
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Absolutely you can leave.  In fact, you have a legal precedent for leaving.....your safety.  If a person feels unsafe in an apartment then by law they must have the opportunity to leave said premises.  Look in the government/help pages for your city and find Landlord/Tenant and call them.   Just try and give them 30 days notice and site unsafe environment for your reasoning....that you've been harrassed and even followed and found people hanging around your door.  Are there camera's in your hallway, outside of the building?  Are there security systems...if there are not these are all things you can use against them.  And by the way, NO, your credit won't be damaged a wit because if you put forth a legal precedent they won't go after you because they  know you're smart enough to sue them back. Besides, when people are under 28 or so they think things like this will hurt them just because a management company or landlord said so....rarely true.   Email me wi/any other questions.  Be strong, be smart... good luck.
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YOU ARE IN A PICKLE.\n\nCONTACT OWNER AND SEE WHAT IS UP.. THAT IS YOUR ONLY RESOURCE AT PRESENT.\nMUST OWE SOME MONEY..\n\nTHEY ARE SUPPOSE TO GIVE NOTICE UNLESS YOU HAVE BEEN TOLD VERBALLY.....AND BEHIND OFTEN IN RENT...
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Depends on the contract you signed. I'd suggest you read it again. My feeling is that the landlord is responsible for it. But I don't know for sure.
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It doesn't sound like the owner should have. But you don't know exactly what was in the lease either. Those leases can have all kinds of loopholes in them. Then again, the owner might have thought no one would ask for it back.
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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...
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First, I sure get tired of folks responding to questions as if they were text messaging you; I wonder if they can properly spell anything. Second, each state has slightly different laws regarding personal property and tenancy. I also have a feeling you left a few details out; the owner of the property where your "house" or trailer was/is sitting on, is a rented space to you (Lessee) owned by the Lessor.  You must have recieved multiple notices regarding the issue of your back lot rent, and THEN it went to Small Claims Court.  The Judge in Small Claims must have had your "paid up" receipts of record, (if you bothered to show up)or not-if not, the Lessor (owner of the property) would have won the small claims case, then she/he (Lesor)would have had an additional request, through another court, at another date later, to request seizure of your property to pay the back owed bills.***** They can only do this if they have proved you had received Notices of these actions.**** The only way they could have had the utilities turned off is if they ended up owning YOUR property in this very legal way.  Seek free legal help from your community legal program; there is pro bono in just about every city in the USA.
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Read the small print where it indicates what options or reasons that may arise to allow to opt out of your lease.  Also is the lease legal? There may be parts of it that may not be legal.  Is there rent control in your area? In rent control areas, some Cities require leases to have only a 30 day termination notice.\n\nRemember a leases works both ways, how would you fell if the landlord / manager wanted you out soon after you moved in?
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Brian, \n\nMy apologies up front for not answering *your* question, I just felt the need to thank you so very much for your help and input on my rent/eviction/decision. I tried to find the same information you did (although I must say you do seem extremely knowledgeable) and came up empty handed. I so greatly appreciate your help. You have sincerely raised my faith in my fellow man almost back to where it was many moons and a wife ago. I hope great(-er) things come your way and I honestly am so thankful for your help.\nWith great respect,\nRobert
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You're right, unless it's in writing there's not much more you can do.  And if there is something else, it'll probably end up costing you more tyring to do something about it, than what you've already paid!  Needless to say, it wont be worth it!   So you can either continue feeling bad and mad about it or move forward and learn from it!    And remembering next time.... "the only way you can get screwed, is if you let them"    I would just put my focus and energy on the future.  Are they worth getting you down?    \n\nBy the way, did you guy give a rent deposit when you first moved in? Well, If you did, it might be worth trying to get it back.  By making sure the apartment is spotless and painted!  The cleaner the unit, the less the take out for the clean up!
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Hello,\n\nWell, I am not sure if it is the owner's responisibilty to disclose this information. Maybe it is up to you to ask all these questions.\n\nI searched under California Coastal Rental Disclosures and could not find anything at all. Not even somthing about PETS having to come in or out of the home. \n\nI would recommend you contact the BBB either online or on the phone about this issue.\n\nSorry. Sorry your 2.5 month old baby was bit. I would not be happy at all.\n\nHope this helps you.............................................   :-(
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Give your tenant written notice that the tenancy has ended, ie "You are hereby notified that your lease/tenancy has ended. Please vacate the property."\n\nOffer your tenant the full return of any security deposit or some other amount of money; it will be less than hiring an attorney to evict your tenant. Then, let your tenant know that if he leaves the property without going through an eviction, he will not have an eviction on his credit report. It is much harder for someone to get an apartment if an eviction is reported on their credit, so let your tenant know that.