Can I hold my property management company liable?
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Can I hold my property management company liable?
Tenant signed 18 month lease. Tenant broke lease after 4 months occupancy. Tenant gave 1 week notice to vacate at end of month. I was not aware that tenant did not pay security deposit until receiving notice that they were vacating. Tenant used credit card for security deposit; it was declined and money never recouped.
Asked on June 30, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Ohio
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Your rights are governed by your agreement with the manangement company. It is a contract and if they breached the contract by not obtaining a security deposit then you may have a valid claim. Read the agreement carefully. Good luck to you.
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