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Can a landlord charge rent before you move in?
In other words, you’re legally bound to pay rent for the entirety of your lease – regardless of how early you give notice. This means a formal letter to your landlord stating your intent to move early and to pay a prorated amount as your final month’s rent, as well as getting your landlord’s permission to do so.
Is it subletting if they don’t pay?
If a family member or friend is staying with you on a temporary basis and they do not pay rent, this is not considered subletting either – merely having guests.
What are my rights as a renter in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania tenants are legally entitled to a rental that meets basic structural, health, and safety standards. It must also be in good repair pursuant to the landlord’s implied warranty of habitability, an implied right in every written or oral residential lease.
What is illegal subletting?
Illegal subletting is an issue that hurts the interests of and can cause a massive amount of stress to both the owners and the tenants. We at Silver Service Real Estate work closely with our Tenant and outline to them that they are not able to sublet without the prior written consent of the Agent or Landlord.
Can a landlord enter your apartment without permission in Pennsylvania?
Landlord Right to Entry in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania does not have any laws regarding landlord right to entry. As such, landlords are legally allowed to enter units whenever they want, though most landlords and tenants have some kind of entry notification policy in the lease agreement.
How much notice does a landlord have to give a tenant to move out in PA?
1. If the eviction is NOT for failure to pay rent, the landlord must give you 15 days notice if the lease is for 1 year or less, and 30 days notice if the lease is for more than 1 year. If the eviction is for nonpayment of rent, the landlord must give you 10 days notice.
Do I have to pay rent if I move out early?
In other words, you’re legally bound to pay rent for the entirety of your lease – regardless of how early you give notice. That said, landlords can sometimes be flexible if you’ve been a good tenant and special circumstances require you to move sooner. This will give them the time to get the unit back to prepare and show to new tenants.
Can a utility company refuse to pay a previous tenant’s bills?
If a utility company insists that you are responsible for the previous occupant’s bills or refuses to give you service until those bills are paid, you may want to ask it to show you in writing where the Public Service Commission or other authority permits it to take this action.
What happens if a tenant does not pay rent every week?
Information. If you do not have a lease and you pay rent every week, you are a week-to-week tenant and either you or your landlord may end the tenancy with 7 days WRITTEN NOTICE. If you are behind in your rent, your landlord must give you at least a 5 day written notice called a NOTICE TO PAY OR QUIT.
What happens if I can’t move in until November 10?
For example, if your monthly rent is $1,500 and you’re unable to move in until November 10, your rent would be $1,050, based on a daily rate of $50 ($1,500/30 days in the month). If you know you won’t be able to move in on a certain day, the best thing to do is negotiate prorated terms before signing the lease.