Tenancy Renewal - A few Questions

talj

litaus wrote: »

I hope he's reasonable, post us what happens, I'm a huge voyeur of other people's lives;) adn I assume plenty of others are too.

I'll definitely let you all know how I get on, I may well have more questions tomorrow!

roses

talj wrote: »

Many thanks GC!

I tried the line 'I am not willing to stretch my budget to accomodate an over the top rent increase' to which he emailed me and said he is sure we can sort something out! I find it difficult to stand up for myself but I am pleased I posted here!

Next time, try saying "I am unable" rather than "I am unwilling". He may be a bit more accomodating to your needs.

Always better to sit down in person to discuss rather than email.

Be prepared to call his bluff & say "sorry, I can't afford more than £550. I understand you have a mortgage to pay but I will be moving out to somewhere that suits my budget".

Melissa177

Make sure the place is immaculate when he comes around - he's more likely to want to keep you as a tennant if he sees you're taking care of his property.

talj

roses wrote: »

Always better to sit down in person to discuss rather than email.

Be prepared to call his bluff & say "sorry, I can't afford more than £550. I understand you have a mortgage to pay but I will be moving out to somewhere that suits my budget".

This is exactly what I hope comes out of my mouth when I open it tomorrow!

Melissa177 wrote: »

Make sure the place is immaculate when he comes around - he's more likely to want to keep you as a tennant if he sees you're taking care of his property.

The place is spotless...and in the year I have been here so far I haven't had to call him once to come and fix anything, I'd say I'm not a bad tenant!

Melissa177

talj wrote: »

The place is spotless...and in the year I have been here so far I haven't had to call him once to come and fix anything, I'd say I'm not a bad tenant!

Excellent - I'm sure it's not in his interest to lose you - I'd make sureI remind him of that somehow!

It's amazing how shortsighted some LLs can be over money. I would rather have you as my tennant than someone else who was caused damage to my property.

Gorgeous_George

The MSE challenge has to be to end up with a discount on the £550. Maybe a week free at Christmas (that's what my tenants get if they treat me right).

Whereabouts in the NE - Derby




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janeawej

I'm not sure about house tenancies but i do know that for farm tenancies there is a maximum amount (%) that landlords are able to increase your rent by, (eg, it can only be increased by 3% every 2 years, that is only an example i am not sure of exact terms) I would contact Shelter as they are the experts on housing, also as you are registered disabled there may well be other laws to protect you, definately speak to shelter, i would avoid being drawn into any discussions about it tomorrow, but do make sure it is as clean and tidy as possible as your landlord will like to see you are a good tenant and it gives you an advantage as not all tenants are good ones! good luck. Jane

talj

Many thanks to all of you for your help! He'll be here at 9am so will post later in the day and let you know how I get on!!

GC...you sound like a pretty nice landlord...quite rare!!

litaus

roses wrote: »

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Always better to sit down in person to discuss rather than email.
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IMO you want to talk nicely, but make a decision away from the other party - and whatever happens, send an email or letter stating 'as we discussed at the weekend, we have agreed to me having a 50% discount on my rent or the next 16 months due to being a cool dude'

Also, regarding the rental 'fair increase' - it's immaterial, he can't raise the rent above what the market will sustain or you will clearly go elsewhere - his mortgage payments are not your problem and cheaper nearby housing is something he can' ignore. i would definitely do a plumber on him and suck my teeth 'schhsshccchh, that's quite a bit more than the rest of the local market...hmm' and be quiet for a bit. then 'i'd really need to think about that.... it makes moving pretty tempting' - lots of polite silence and 'active listening' faces. but don't push it if you really don't want to move, remember not to get his back up

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!(fingers crossed for you)

BrunoM

Hi all,

In a related question (hope this isn't too big a thread hijack), renting through an agency, when the year's tenancy agreement comes to an end, are the agency within their rights to

a) insist on any renewal being another 6/x month contract?
b) charge for the privilege of getting the renewal?

and, to what extent is such an agreement legally binding if the tenant decides to renege?

Thanks for any help

As to the OP's dilemma! being a bit pushy when you know you have fallback options (similarly priced places in the area) is perfectly acceptable surely - letting him charge you more "by default" is not on for an MSE! Good luck!