Canton, MI asked in Landlord - Tenant for Ohio

Q: I rented to someone they signed the lease took the keys and put utilities in there name now they want there money back.

They paid me 1500 and no deposit, was supposed to clean paint and fix things for deposit. Said the plumbing was bad and didn't want the place. Only thing was wrong was sink in bathroom. Told her I'd get plummer there. She walked thru the house and knew most of the the things that was wrong and needed fix. And still signed lease and gave first and last month's rent.. Now wants money back, said she's buying a house and is taking me to court for the 1500..

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Joseph Jaap
Joseph Jaap
Answered
  • Landlord Tenant Lawyer
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Licensed in Ohio

A: If she really takes you to court, then attend the hearing and present a copy of the signed lease. If she moves out, you could counter-sue her for the unpaid rent for the remainder of the lease, minus any amounts you get if you re-rent.

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