Month: November 2018

Knowing Your Rights As A Tenant

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Renting is a wonderful option for some who are looking to stay in a space temporarily. One of the strongest benefits as a renter is that you do not have worry about maintenance and repairs. However, issues could arise during this time and it is essential for you to know what your rights are.  Here are some common issues tenants run to and what you can do about it:

Appliance Repairs

While it may seem obvious that your landlord is responsible for broken appliances in the property, some landlords still pull schemes to mislead their tenant to pay for the repair. In most states, the landlord is responsible for providing adequate heating and cooling systems.

 

On the other hand, landlords are not responsible for repairing any broken appliances that the tenant purchases, such as a microwave or toaster.

 

Pest Control

As a tenant, you want to live in a safe and comfortable environment. This includes a pest-free living space. While it mainly depends on the state you live in and the type of pest infestation, it is important to let your landlord know if there are pests in your unit. Most landlords will want to address this issue immediately to prevent further complications.

Mold

If you realize there is mold in your rental unit, you should contact your landlord as soon as possible. Even though there are not many state regulations on your landlord being responsible to remove the mold, they are still required to grant you a livable space. Ensure your landlord removes the source of the mold to prevent further issues.

The only instance where a landlord is not responsible for removing mold is if the damage is a result of the tenant’s actions.

Landlord not complying?

There are many things you can do if your landlord is not complying with you on any of the common issues above. To learn more about your rights as a tenant, contact Chang Legal today.

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Preventing Square Footage Lawsuits

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With new individuals looking for real estate on a daily basis, they are generally most concerned with the square feet of the property they may potentially purchase. However, the square feet presented may be different than the amount represented. Whether if it was intentionally or on accident, this may result in a lawsuit against the seller for misrepresentation.

 

These lawsuits can have a big effect on the seller of the property for the slight error in the measurement of the real estate. In the real estate world, every square foot matters, and if the appraisal is not accurate, it may result in a lawsuit.

 

How To Prevent Square Footage Lawsuits

 

To prevent yourself from becoming involved in a lawsuit concerning the square feet of a real estate, it is crucial to make all of the disclosures aware to the buyer of the property. One of the biggest factors to prevent lawsuits against the square feet misrepresentation is utilizing suitable language in the sale documents and listings of the real estate. This will make it hard for the buyer to trigger a lawsuit if they feel the property has been listed with more square footage than presented.

 

When selling your real estate property, including the square footage of your property can draw in buyers, but also can trigger complications if the measurements are not accurate. Something as little as a few square feet has the ability to start a lawsuit against you for fraud or misrepresentation. It is important to consult with a highly experienced real estate attorney to guarantee all documents are accurate with the property. In addition, the skillful real estate attorney, such as us at Chang Legal, will notify the buyer of every feature of their purchase to ensure they are fully informed.


For more information and protection against square footage lawsuits, learn more about the support we can offer you by emailing Chang Legal at contactus@changlegal.com or by calling 847-907-497

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