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Location: Finally the house is done and we are in Port St. Lucie!
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Originally Posted by CeeNicol88
It adds up to close to 20k but he says he will settle for 12,500 or 750 a month until paid off.
He thinks that you will roll over and pay. Call his bluff and tell him that you will ask the advice of your lawyer. Bet he changes his tune really fast.
Now, yesterday, a full five months after moving out
Which is 4 months too late under PA law.
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he stated he wanted to finish the house before sending the list of repairs.
Doesn't matter what he wants. The law says 30 days.
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Carpet removal, replacement (he gave 30% depreciation)
So according to him, that carpet had a life span of 27+ years? Hahahahaha...ok.
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RENT for the Laborer to live in the house while he repaints and repairs
ROFL! Not even close to permissible. Anyone want to take bets on whether or not his "laborer" is a family member or friend he's giving a free ride to?
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New drop ceiling
Sounds like the sort of thing that might happen if you don't repair a leaky roof.
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foundation
Whaaaaaat?
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painting the whole house, sanding and repainting the kitchen cabinets
Wear and tear.
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plus an entire page list of store purchase amounts. No dates, no details, just the store name and amount (IE Walmart 23.00) Nickle and dimed to the tune of 1500.
And for all you know, that $23.00 was a couple 24 packs of crappy beer. But he probably thinks you owe for that too because reasons.
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If I don't respond in 7 days he says he is taking me to court.
I'd respond with exactly three words.
"I dare you."
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I can really use some advice.
You have a few options, and the advice will differ accordingly;
1) Ignore him and assume he'll go away (he probably will) but potentially risk a lawsuit. If this happens, you'll easily win, but it'll be a hassle to deal with.
2) Put him in his place by letting him know what a colossal moron and/or unethical douchebag he is and how badly you will burn him to the ground if he actually tries that B.S.
3) Flip the tables on him and go after him to get your deposit back, suing him if necessary. (Bonus: This also accomplishes #2, with the potential of a sitting judge confirming it for you.)
No, the 1500 was for misc purchases at Lowes, Walmart, Home Depot,he didn't list what he brought, just amounts.
Thanks for the clarification.
The LL is using fear and big numbers to make you think getting out of his sight for a few thousand is worth it for you. Don't be fooled. Some great advice already on here....consult before you reply to the LL.
Tell him he has 10 days to return your full deposit or you will take him to court, where he will be returning you twice your deposit, paying court costs, and reimbursing you any expenses or legal fees you incur in the process. Be sure to include a link to the pertinent laws for his reading pleasure.
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I basically replied 'we will let a third party decide'
I didn't want to mention the law, as he should know it. Nor that he never presented me with proof of my deposit (750.00) into an escrow, plus interest he never paid., He had 30 days, now let's hope the magistrate knows and follows the law. I hate the thought of going to court, because if the law is on my side, he shouldn't even be allowed to file. I mean I wish they ask 'did you get the itemized list to her in 30 days'
I basically replied 'we will let a third party decide'
I didn't want to mention the law, as he should know it. Nor that he never presented me with proof of my deposit (750.00) into an escrow, plus interest he never paid., He had 30 days, now let's hope the magistrate knows and follows the law. I hate the thought of going to court, because if the law is on my side, he shouldn't even be allowed to file. I mean I wish they ask 'did you get the itemized list to her in 30 days'
I'll keep you posted.
Just a heads up that you should send (or even better, have an attorney send) a letter demanding the return of your security deposit. Showing a willingness to handle this before going to court will help put you in the judge's good graces.
Just a heads up that you should send (or even better, have an attorney send) a letter demanding the return of your security deposit. Showing a willingness to handle this before going to court will help put you in the judge's good graces.
Should I mention I am aware of the law?
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