my landlord is raising my rent 10% because I have a second child, I live in LA. Is that legal? Site law please
922941
Well,Ask yourself these Questions before you do anything\n1)Whats the reason for your landlord to increase the rent by 10%?\n\na)Is it because you have a second child?(check your tenancy agreement if there is such clause)\nb)Is it because the ceiling was fixed at their cost,so they are trying to increase the rent?(check your tenancy agreement)\nc)Is your tenancy agreement expiring soon and they take it as an opportunity to increase the rent?\n\nIf none of the above reasons,I suggest you to find get another place.Your landlord is likely to chase you out.\n\nGood luck
319311
http://www.supreme.state.az.us/info/brochures/landlord.htm\n\ntry that i think that you will find it helpful
366147
You need to go back and look at your original lease. Also, if you are on HUD have you renewed your lease annually? Why the new deposit? Where is the last deposit? Your contract is rock solid, read it over and seek legal aid advice, most larger cities have a free legal aid
1144054
I don't know how laws vary from state to state. I wasn't aware there was a law regarding your question. I live in Michigan and we can raise rents as much as we want at any time as long as the tenant is given a 30 day notice. It's the same for vacant units, we can raise the rent as much as we want after someone vacates the unit.
145342
similar situation for me this year (new resident of OR)... Federal taxes included a $2000.00 child care credit, OR does not have that, so bingo... higher OR taxes.
980757
That depends on the landlord. I am section 8. some require a months FULL rent (nor prorated), some require different..I KNOW it stinks. However, section 8 has no control over the deposit..they only deal with rent. The deposit is for clening, damages,etc. Some landlords will let them pay it out in installments. She needs to look until she can find someone who has a cheap deposit..(if that's possible).  My rent here is 350.00 (I pay 121.00) My deposit was 200.00 so it varies
922708
You need to check Fair Housing To see if this is legal where you live. There is such a thing as rental increases, but its usually legal at about 15% of your current rent.\n\nFrom what I have found so far, PA does not have rent control laws. Still searching for possibilities.\n\nThe only thing that could help you is if you have a lease. A landlord/owner cannot change the terms of a lease in the middle of it. If you are month to month, then I dont see any other options. Sorry.
256687
Hello:\n\nTry rentlaw.com for laws in your state.\n\nexcon
418705
First check your lease, if it states that the Landlord can raise the rent at anytime, then unfortunately yes, but they always have to notify you, and give you time to move if you do not wish to pay, but if they just fixed or upgraded something and trying to raise the rent in the middle of your lease, they are supposed to wait until your lease is up, but check your agreement.
1042910
Read your lease. If you signed a year's lease, you usually have agreed to a defined rent for that year. The rent should not go up until the end of the year. If you are on a month-to-month lease, the landlord has a right to raise the rent, provided he gives you proper notice, usually at least one month. Either you or the landlord can cancel a month-to-month lease with 30 days notice. Some jurisdictions have rules limiting how much landlords can raise rent. You would have to check with your local government to see if such laws exist where you live.
935772
it really vaies state to state... there really is not limit- as long as ur apartment doesnt have a thing to do with the goverment-- ex- substdized, insured, etc\n\ni livved in denver-- very nice apt-- 3rd floor- fireplace, parking, pool, fitness, heat--- i paid 450 a month- a steal-- the 4rd year went to 875.... nothing could be done  \n\ncheck ur contract---... most cant be raised if u have a 1 year- within that year- unless the ownser occurs very high bills- like oil, eletric..\n\ngood luck
641562
Go to court.  Or counter-offer if that is out of the question.  Like ask for a long term lease with a set rent increase each year.  If the house is his before the marriage, you don't have any claims on it so stay there as long as you need to.  If you don't want the store, get alimony.  Go over all of this with your lawyer to get your options quantified.
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Yes, but this is an up hill battle. The laws are not really in your favor. \n\nHave your attorney file a "stay judgment order" which should give you time to mount an appeal. There are nonprofit organizations out there to help you, do some searching for pro bono housing council.
758137
First, I'm from Pa. S I dont know the intracacies of Cal law.  But from what I've read and know from experience, I would definitely NOT rent to them.  Let me see!  you're looking for an apt, a $1000 one at that, and you dont have the $$ for the deposit?  Believe me, they won't have the $$ for anything else either.  It seems to me they cant afford tit in the first place.  The fact that you took a partial deposit has no bearing on whether to accept them or not.  BTW, did they fill out a rental ap?  I'll bet any references they gave if any are sketchy at best.  CALL to verify employment or where ever the $$ is coming from. If they cant pass the application phase, they cant afford it.  DO NOT RENT TO THEM UNTIL YOU ARE SURE THEY CAN PAY THE RENT.Better yet, tell them that until you receive the full deposit, you HAVE to keep showing the apt.  If they dont move on that, then consider it a excellent sign that they never had the $$ to begin with.\nI just ask me cousin who lives in LA about this.  She's never heard of such a law and they have rented apts in the past.  Tell them to hit the bricks.
42723
Call the Department of Health. The landlord has probably broken the lease and you can move with your deposit. I would have already moved if it's been since October. That is BS! I have kids mysself and I would not put up with that. I had a mold problem and I told the landlord I can move out because he did not provide aduquite quarters for my family, and I had to pay rent for a bathroom that I didn't even use. Good luck!
269378
Go to Ask Jeeves, and put in tenant landlord questions you will find your answers.  I once had a foreign Landlord, who thought he was my Own-Lord, a Lawyer took care of that for me, it is against the law to harass you in any wayand most states are [pro tenant.  Know your rights.  A retainer, and small fee to a real estate attorney can remedy this quickly.  I know it cost money, but mine only cost $250.00 in the long run and it was well worth it to see the Landlord squirm.
414964
You can get a free court appointed lawyer, but there's usually a waiting list. It doesn't matter how much money she makes or who the child is living with, she's still your daughter and you still have to pay a certain percentage of your income no matter what. If the amount is more than the percentage required by your state, then you should fight this.