Tenant Rights After Sale

Summary

In Illinois, new landlords must honor existing lease agreements. Rent increases or lease changes can only occur after the current lease expires. Eviction requires a lease violation. Verbal leases are legally binding but harder to prove; consistent rent payments can serve as evidence. A 30-day written notice is needed for eviction or rent increase. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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We have been renting our apartment for 6 years from my brother and now he sold the house, and we are wanting to know what our rights are? Can they evict us? Can they raise the rent?
Hello ****, to provide accurate information, I need to know your location as tenancy laws vary from place to place.
Kankakee, Illinois
Hello ****, in Illinois:
- Your new landlord must honor your existing lease agreement.
- They can only raise the rent or change the lease terms after your current lease expires.
- An eviction can only occur if you violate the lease terms.
Please check the Illinois Rental Laws for more details.
What if we only had a verbal lease?
In Illinois, a verbal lease agreement is legally binding. However, it's more challenging to prove. If you've had consistent rent payments for six years, this can act as evidence. For eviction or rent increase, a *-day written notice is required. Always consult a local attorney for legal advice.
Ty very much
You're welcome, ****! Remember, maintaining a written record of agreements in the future can help avoid misunderstandings. If you need more legal information, feel free to ask.