Can a letting agent contact a landlord directly?

Some agents will tell you that you are not allowed to contact the landlord directly – this is not true. There’s nothing to stop you doing this in the tenancy agreement and, in fact, the law requires that tenants know who their landlord is and have a way of contacting them.

What should I do if my tenant is ignoring my calls?

The best place to start is contacting a professional tenant eviction company like Legal4Landlords, who are currently offering free legal advice to landlords with problematic tenants. From what I’m told, the court will look for evidence that demonstrates that the landlord tried his/her best to contact the tenant.

Can a landlord let himself into a property?

One of the most common scenarios is when landlords/letting agents let themselves into a property announced to conduct viewings. Yeah, that’s not allowed. I put “ when the tenant is in arrears ” in brackets because that’s one of the most common reasons for why landlords transition into “stalker” mode.

When do you call when your landlord will not fix things?

You do have to worry, however, when your landlord fails to uphold their end of the bargain and leaves you with a home that’s in worse condition than when you moved in. Irresponsible landlords can be an unfortunate part of renting. You’re probably asking yourself, “who do you call when your landlord will not fix things?”

Can a tenant sue a landlord for not making repairs?

Tenants have many options to get their landlord to make repairs or to fix problems that make their rental unit unsafe or healthy.

What should I do if my Landlord is not answering the phone?

If you have a landlord who’s not a big fan of answering the phone or who has been slow in the past about making repairs, then you should take an additional step in the notification process: notify your landlord in writing. You can drop a letter off at their office, email them, send a fax, or you can send them a letter via certified mail.

When do you need to talk to your landlord about repairs?

Repairs to your rental home should be made in a reasonable amount of time. The amount of time may be listed in your lease. If your landlord has not made repairs in a reasonable amount of time, you may need to communicate more directly, such as with additional written complaints or a face-to-face meeting.

Can a landlord enter a property without proper notice?

Landlords cannot enter tenanted properties without giving proper notice and cannot end someone’s tenancy before the lease expires. Rent increases are not permitted unless otherwise specified in the lease or by the municipality. The Fair Housing Act prohibits a landlord from discriminating against tenants. Entering Without Proper Notice