Tenant Rights And Evictions

Summary

Landlords in Michigan must provide reasonable notice before entering a property. They cannot evict tenants without a court order, even if rent is owed. Keep all payment records and consult a local attorney if you feel your rights are being violated.

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If a person comes to you house in say he working with the landlord to see if we still living here what happens next
Hello Arlesley, in Detroit, Michigan, landlords can inspect their property, but they must provide reasonable notice and conduct the visit at a reasonable time. The purpose of the visit must be legitimate. If you believe your rights are being violated, consider contacting a local attorney for advice.
Its all because they say i own more rent but i been paying
Hello Arlesley, In Michigan, if there is a dispute about rent:
*. Keep all payment receipts.
*. Write a letter to the landlord disputing the claim.
*. If the issue persists, you may want to consult with a local attorney.
And he did not give us a notice b4 they just came
Hello Arlesley, In Michigan, landlords are required to provide reasonable notice before entering your property. If they did not, they may have violated your rights. Consider seeking legal advice.
He just came says he working with the landlord and to see if we was still living in the property then just left
Hello Arlesley, this could be a violation of your privacy. In Michigan:
*. Landlords must provide reasonable notice.
*. Cannot enter without a valid reason.
*. Intrusion may be seen as harassment.
Consider consulting with a local attorney for further advice.
Can they do that if u owe rent which i do not
Hello Arlesley, even if you owe rent in Michigan:
*. Landlords must provide reasonable notice before entering.
*. They cannot enter without a valid reason.
*. Privacy violations may be considered harassment.
You can consult a local attorney if you feel your rights have been violated.
He never came in he was outside my property
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if the landlord or their representative was only outside your property and didn't enter, they generally haven't violated your rights. However, if their actions feel intrusive or harassing, you may want to consult with a local attorney.
Now they just wanted to see if we still living in the property
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, landlords have the right to check if their tenants are still occupying the property, but it must be done in a reasonable manner. If you feel harassed or your privacy is invaded, consider seeking legal advice.
What if they tryna evict you in do that
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if your landlord is trying to evict you:
*. They must provide you with a written notice.
*. They cannot evict without a court order.
*. If they violate these rules, it may be considered illegal eviction.
Consult with a local attorney if this is the case.
I been nothing but a great teanat i pay my portion section * pays there portion but they tryna make me pay what section *
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, Section * housing rules state:
*. Tenant's portion of the rent is based on income.
*. Landlords cannot charge more than what's agreed in the lease.
*. If there's a dispute, consult with your local Public Housing Agency or a local attorney.
I signed a lease with the old landlord this is a new one
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if your property changes owners:
*. The new landlord must honor existing leases.
*. Your rent and lease terms should remain the same.
*. If there's a dispute, consider seeking legal advice. Could you confirm if you were informed about the change in landlord?
This new property management company i never signed anything with them
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan when a property changes owners:
*. They must notify you of the change.
*. They must also honor existing leases.
*. You are not required to sign a new lease with them.
If you were not informed, consider consulting with a local attorney.
So they can't evict claming i owe my rent but section * does
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if you're a Section * tenant and your landlord claims you owe rent:
*. They cannot evict you without a court order.
*. They must follow the terms of the lease agreement.
*. Disputes should be addressed with your local Public Housing Agency or a legal advisor.
What if u been paying your portion and they still accept my payment every month
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if you have been paying your portion of the rent and they still accept it:
*. Keep records of all payments made.
*. They cannot claim unpaid rent if they've accepted your payments.
*. Consult with a local attorney or your local Public Housing Agency if there's a dispute.
Even if section * the one that owes right
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, if Section * owes part of the rent:
*. The landlord should address this with the Public Housing Agency.
*. They cannot evict you without a court order.
*. Keep records of your own payments.
If you feel your rights are being violated, consider seeking legal advice.
Can they get a court order even if u been paying
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan:
*. Landlords can seek a court order for eviction, but they must provide proof of a valid reason.
*. Regular rent payments can be a defense against eviction.
*. Keep all payment records.
It's best to consult a local attorney for more specific advice.
This the second time this happened been dismissed once already
Hello Arlesley, if it's been dismissed once already in Michigan:
*. The landlord would need new grounds for eviction.
*. Keep all court records and lease agreements.
*. Consult with a local attorney for advice.
Were you represented by a lawyer in the previous case?
Its the same case from last time
Hello Arlesley, if it's the same case, in Michigan:
*. A case dismissed previously cannot be brought again on the same grounds.
*. Keep all court and payment records.
*. Consult with a local attorney for advice.
Do you have any documentation from the previous dismissal?
They was supposed to mail it to me but never did
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan, it's important to keep court records. If you didn't receive your dismissal documents:
*. Contact the court to request a copy.
*. Keep a record of all your interactions.
*. Consult with a local attorney for advice.
Do you remember which court handled your case?
Because last time went i had the paperwork as they did then
Hello Arlesley, it's important to have all your documents in order. If you still have the paperwork from the last time:
*. Keep them safe and accessible.
*. They can be valuable evidence if the same issue arises again.
*. Consult with a local attorney if you need guidance.
Have you considered getting legal advice on this matter?
So they can't evict me anytime soon right
Hello Arlesley, in Michigan:
*. Landlords cannot evict without a court order.
*. They must provide valid reasons for eviction.
*. Paying rent regularly can be a defense against eviction.
Consult a local attorney for specific advice.