Legally, as much as he likes. It’s a free country, it’s his property, and he doesn’t have to rent it out at all if he doesn’t want to. Practically, there are limits. If he asks for more than the market permits, no one will rent from him. They will just find another similar place at Read more…
How Often May Your Landlord Raise The Rent?
How often a landlord may raise the rent depends. If you have a lease for a fixed term (such as 6 months or a year), then the landlord may not raise the rent during that year (unless the lease says otherwise, which they rarely do). If you have a month-to-month rental agreement (oral or written), Read more…
Can Landlord Increase My Security Deposit? Q&A
Q. I have lived in the same apartment complex for over two years. When I first rented the apartment I paid a $650 security deposit, which was equal to my monthly rent. I have been a good tenant, have not damaged my apartment nor have I brought in to my residence any pets. A few days Read more…
What Happens If I Get A New Landlord?
If a landlord sells the building, the new owner may or may not raise the rent. The new owner takes all of the rights of the old owner – no more and no less. So take a look at the answer to “When and how often may a landlord raise the rent”. Same answer. If Read more…