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- John McKernan, "John McKernan"
- Contributions:86
I hate it when unexpected creeps in to my life, and it sounds like you do too. I am not sure anyone on Zillow can really answer your question with any amount of accuracy. I suggest that you pull out the lease and review it with a fine toothed comb, and then show it to an attorney that can better advise you and what your options actually are. And, what your landlord may or may not do as it pertains to the sale of the property, and whether the new owner has to honor the lease terms or not.
I know this is not the answer you are looking for, but it really is the quickest, safest way for you to determine what reality is as it pertains to have a stable home environment.
I know this is not the answer you are looking for, but it really is the quickest, safest way for you to determine what reality is as it pertains to have a stable home environment.
- sunnyview
- Contributions:25139
Your landlord (or their agent) does not have the right to enter whenever they want without notice using their key. You need to send a written notice to the landlord with a return receipt and the listing agent stating that you were intruded upon without notice by that other agent.
24 hours is reasonable notice in most states for non emergencies. Wanting to show the house for sale is not an emergency. You need to propose a system to be notified. I would opt for email instead of a phone call so you have a record of all showings. You also need to make sure you have renters insurance and that you lock up ALL small valuable and meds.
You have a legal society in Altlanta here they may be able to help you. You have the legal right to quiet enjoyment of your rented property under GA law here. The landlord/agent did the wrong thing and you need to put it writing to protect your rights. You can find tenant law for GA here. You sound like you are willing to work with the landlord, but they need to be reasonable and show you basic lawful respect or I would refuse any showings that are not requested in writing. You also need to know that you do not have to leave the house for showings for hours on end, you can stay. It is your rental house until your lease is up. Be firm, but reasonable. Put it in writing.
24 hours is reasonable notice in most states for non emergencies. Wanting to show the house for sale is not an emergency. You need to propose a system to be notified. I would opt for email instead of a phone call so you have a record of all showings. You also need to make sure you have renters insurance and that you lock up ALL small valuable and meds.
You have a legal society in Altlanta here they may be able to help you. You have the legal right to quiet enjoyment of your rented property under GA law here. The landlord/agent did the wrong thing and you need to put it writing to protect your rights. You can find tenant law for GA here. You sound like you are willing to work with the landlord, but they need to be reasonable and show you basic lawful respect or I would refuse any showings that are not requested in writing. You also need to know that you do not have to leave the house for showings for hours on end, you can stay. It is your rental house until your lease is up. Be firm, but reasonable. Put it in writing.
- Jennifer Bonk, "jennbonk"
- Contributions:19
At a minimum they need to give you reasonable notice.
- Hugh Williams, "HughWilliams"
- Contributions:8
24-hour notice is our policy.
- wetdawgs
- Contributions:26833
In most states, a landlord is allowed to put up a house for sale at any time but the tenant can request/demand that all showings give the same amount of notice for entrance as non-emergency entrance by the landlord. Most states this is either 24 h or 48 h. You can google your state landlord/tenant laws.
- RichardReid
- Contributions:197
If the lease you signed was a standard Georgia Association of Realtors (GAR) form, there is a provision that specifically defines when a sign can go up, during what period the landlord can market the property, and potentially a defined penalty if you do not comply.
In most cases that I have seen, the form typically allows the landlord to market the property for the last 60 to 90 days. A sign is specifically allowed in the form.
24 hour notice is perfectly reasonable for notice to show property. In order to prevent what you experienced (especially given the situation with kids), I would ask that the lock box be removed, and given to you. When an agent calls to schedule a showing, you are responsible for setting it outside the door to allow entry. When you return home, simply put the lock box back inside.
In most cases that I have seen, the form typically allows the landlord to market the property for the last 60 to 90 days. A sign is specifically allowed in the form.
24 hour notice is perfectly reasonable for notice to show property. In order to prevent what you experienced (especially given the situation with kids), I would ask that the lock box be removed, and given to you. When an agent calls to schedule a showing, you are responsible for setting it outside the door to allow entry. When you return home, simply put the lock box back inside.
I rent a house & my landlord listed it for sale yesterday! There is a lockbox! What are my rights?
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