If you are renting your apartment, there is a chance you and your landlord will not be on the same page always. That can happen wherever you live and rent. Also know that it’s not you, this thing just happens sometimes. It’s human nature. We have some tips for handling disputes with your landlord but sometimes packing your bags is also a solution. There is no shame in quitting.
Handling disputes with your landlord respectfully
Talking things through and compromise is the key. For example, if your landlord disapproves of painting walls in the apartment, you can suggest wallpaper. Walls will remain the same, you will have some pop of color and they are easy to remove. This can be a great compromise for everybody.
Read the lease before you sign it. Make sure that you are following it and that can also be a great way to avoid any difficulties between you and your landlord.
Age gap
Sometimes, if a landlord is an elderly person, they just don’t understand new technology and they only require more explaining. This age gap can create tension between landlords and tenants and the only thing to do here is for the younger generation to be more understanding and explain as detailed as possible.
Safety
Another thing, if your landlord is opposed to any parties now during a global pandemic, this is very reasonable and it is better for your health and safety. You can always consider an online housewarming party instead.
Rent
You need to protect yourself here. Always sign a contract with a rent control causal before moving in. If the landlord is greedy, you can be in a problem in few months. There is no need for that, just think ahead and sign the contract before moving in. If you haven’t and the landlord is asking for more money each month, just pack your bags and go. This is not the only place. If you are thinking of moving then you should collect the information about relocating.
Invading privacy
Another thing that is not negotiable. Although this is your landlord’s place, you are paying good money to live here. Your privacy is your own and no one is allowed to invade it. It’s the law and there is nothing to work on here.
Keep in mind while handling disputes with your landlord
As stated before, as much as this place is the landlord’s property you are the one renting it. You have some rights. The best way to protect yourself is a written form of agreement before moving in. Read the rental laws to know your rights before even renting the apartment. This is a way to protect yourself. Another thing, all your requests must be made in writing. Email also works. This is your forever proof. Another tip for the road, before moving in take pictures of the place especially the flaws. This is the way to make sure that you are not blamed for anything that happened before you moved in.