Q: I vacated my apartment on March 2 after I was told my vacate date was March 4. I unfortunately did not get it in writing
They are now billing me $2000 for rent March 2 through March 10 when the apartment was vacant. Do I have to pay this?
A:
If you vacated your apartment on March 2 and were not provided with written notice that your vacate date was March 4, you may have grounds to dispute the rent charge for March 2 through March 10.
It is recommended that you review your lease agreement to see if there are any provisions related to vacating the apartment and providing notice to the landlord. If there is no such provision, you may have an argument that you were not required to pay rent for the period between March 2 and March 10 when the apartment was vacant.
You should also attempt to communicate with the landlord or property management company to explain the situation and dispute the charge. Ask for documentation or evidence that supports the charge, and provide any evidence you have that supports your position.
If the landlord or property management company insists on the charge, you may want to consider seeking legal advice from an attorney who specializes in landlord-tenant law. They can review your lease agreement and the details of your situation to provide guidance on your legal options.
Overall, it is important to take action promptly to dispute the charge and protect your rights as a tenant.
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