icon PG asking for increased rent upon leaving

I am currently vacating my PG, where I have stayed for almost 2 years. I pay a monthly rent of 12,000 rupees. I have also given a caution deposit of 5,000 rupees. I am leaving on short notice, without


A. Dear Client,

If there is no rent agreement specifying the deduction from the security deposit, the landlord cannot deduct it as a matter of right. To address this issue, you must provide proof of rent payment to the landlord and pursue legal action if necessary. Disputes between tenants and landlords are typically resolved under state-specific Rent Control Acts. These acts appoint a Rent Controller or Additional Rent Controller to handle disputes between parties. In the current situation, serv ...ReadMore

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icon Owner is selling off the flat not settling our caution deposit

Hi, I have been staying with my family in a rented flat since June 2023. The flat is fully furnished. On 24th Feb 2024, I get notified by the owner that they are planning to sell off the flat. The sal


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In the case of a dispute between a tenant and a landlord, resolution falls under the purview of the state-specific Rent Control Act. Under this Act, a Rent Controller or Additional Rent Controller is appointed to address disputes arising from a rental agreement. If you are facing an issue, you can file an application with the concerned Rent Controller to seek an amicable resolution to your grievance.

Alternatively, you also have the option to file a civil suit under Order 39, Rul ...ReadMore

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icon House Owner is pressurizing me

House Owner is pressurizing me to vacate flat


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If there is no rent control act in your state, it becomes relatively easier for the tenant to protect their stay. The tenant can file a suit for a permanent injunction against the landlord, seeking a directive not to evict the tenant without following the due course of legal procedures. This entails the landlord issuing an eviction notice and subsequently filing a suit for eviction. The entire process, from eviction notice to final disposal, may take a minimum period of three year ...ReadMore

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icon Stamp amount

Mt agent gave me rent agreement on 300 rupees stamp paper total transaction mentioned was 21000 deposit and 10500 advance amount . I am renewing it can I use 100 rupees stamp paper will it be valid fo


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In the State of Gujarat, the stamp duty for residential rent agreements with a duration of less than one year is calculated at INR 3.55 for every INR 100 of annual rent. Specifically, for rent agreements or lease agreements spanning 11 months, a stamp paper of INR 100 denomination is sufficient. It is important to note that these stamp papers should be purchased in the name of either party involved in the rental agreement, whether it be the landlord or the tenant. This ensures the ...ReadMore

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icon Sale my rented position

I am a tenant for almost 25years.Now I want to vacate my rented position to my landlord in exchange of money.Now what type of agreement will it be?Is it a sale agreement?


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A tenant typically cannot claim ownership of the property from the landlord as the relationship between them is primarily governed by the terms outlined in the rent agreement. Any additional conditions imposed by the landlord, especially those that may seem to alter the ownership status, would generally be considered invalid and void.

Conditions in an agreement that compel a tenant to vacate the premises upon payment of a lump sum by the landlord, especially if such conditions go ...ReadMore

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icon Non refund of lease amount and unpaid rent by caretaker

There is an agreement between Property Owner vs Caretaker agrees to pay the rent (Rs.11500/-) monthly in turn to lease out for a residential purposes and further rent is unpaid for 5 months whereas 3


A. In the context of a lease or rent agreement exceeding 12 months, it is mandatory to register the agreement under the Registration Act, 1908, by paying the necessary stamp duties and registration fees. In situations where the lease agreement does not explicitly permit the lessee to sub-lease the property, the agreement becomes ineffective. This lack of a direct relationship between the property owner (lessor) and the tenant can lead to difficulties in regaining possession of the property, especia ...ReadMore

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icon Returning of Security Deposit by deducting damages amount

My Tennant has vacated the flat and I have registered new leave and license agreement....After mutually agreeing upon the deduction I paid him the security deposit still he's asking for more....I want

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,

Unless explicitly stated in the Rent Agreement, the landlord cannot unilaterally deduct or adjust any amount from the security deposit, even if the tenant agrees under compulsion or pressure. The security deposit, which is refundable upon the cessation of tenancy and surrender of vacant possession, should not be subject to such deductions without proper authorization in the agreement.

In case of a dispute between the tenant and landlord, resolution falls under the purview of the ...ReadMore

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icon Club house facility for tenants are free or paid

In our society only tenants are ask to pay extra charges 1000 for basic club house facilities. We are paying rent so is it right to pay extra 1000 per month to society for gym , swimming pool etc???

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,

Tenants are restricted from using facilities designated for flat owners and society members, which are funded through monthly maintenance charges. Rent is paid by tenants to flat owners, and the society recovers maintenance fees from the flat owners. As a result, the society imposes additional charges on tenants for accessing these facilities.

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icon Refunding Advance amount

We reside in Dwarka and the house owner is not willing to give us back the advance money . We vacated a month ago.

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,

If the lease agreement does not explicitly include a clause regarding the refund of the lease amount advance upon termination of the landlord-tenant relationship, enforcing such a claim is not possible. Disputes between landlords and tenants are typically addressed under state-specific Rent Control Acts, which appoint Rent Controllers or Additional Rent Controllers to handle disagreements arising from rental agreements. In the current circumstance, you can submit an application de ...ReadMore

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icon Eviction

My tenet is fault on rent from two years. Now he is trying to sub let the shop to someone with connections in politics. Is there any chance to get him evicted.

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2 months ago


A. Dear Client,

Initiate the eviction process by serving a legal notice and filing an eviction suit against the tenant in the Civil Court. Additionally, for dispute resolution between the tenant and landlord, the state-specific Rent Control Act provides for a Rent Controller or Addl Rent Controller. To address the issue, file an application before the concerned Rent Controller to seek an amicable resolution. Seeking guidance and assistance from a legal advocate is recommended for the necessary st ...ReadMore

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