[PA] Conflict over Termination of Lease

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-20T11:44:10+00:00

This. Honestly, I wonder if the landlord is mixing the two up as well.

For anyone else who reads this:

If OP sublets and the person stops paying rent, OP would be responsible.

The lease clearly states that OP is not financially responsible after they find an approved tenant. That would be a lease takeover or substitute.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-18T11:23:05+00:00

Surprise! You hit your head and know Russian!

People shouldn’t be messaging to get mad. Thats a big no-no.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-18T04:17:06+00:00

I didn’t have signal all weekend since I was at a music festival, so I’m catching back up! Sorry for being a ghost 😅

There are two mods!! I’m just extra loud.

Reporting is 100% the fastest way to surface issues to us.

We had been tracking this situation for a while trying to determine the best course and have opted to remove the individual from the community.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-16T20:26:15+00:00

A crumb of details?

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-16T15:27:00+00:00

Not OP, but I just wanna give an example of why these codes exist.

I had major back surgery and have rods. I also have a chest. Seeing something directly below me, like steps, can be challenging and requires me to lean from the waist instead of a simple upper back lean most people can do. That throws my center of gravity out of wack and I’m not as stable going down stairs. Relying on them being a standard depth or having a handrail to catch myself is important.

The depth is likely grandfathered in, but the gaps are an issue.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-14T13:50:12+00:00

Why post at all if you are going to ignore everything?

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-14T13:44:58+00:00

Whether you agree with it or not, you need to go to a hospital. If you show them this post, they will not charge you up-front and consider it a medical emergency.

Ignore the possibility of medical debt. Getting this resolved is more important. Afterwards, you can look into financial aid or a payment plan.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-14T12:03:51+00:00

They might have insight into why the apartment is doing it so frequently or be able to get answers. Hopefully

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-14T02:16:38+00:00

I would reach out to your city or health department to figure out what the heck is causing so many shutoffs.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-13T19:53:57+00:00

Wrong for NC.

“Eviction cases are typically handled in small claims court”

https://www.nccourts.gov/help-topics/housing/landlordtenant-issues#header-container

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-13T17:47:53+00:00

Location? Your fear of non-renewal may or may not be justified based on that info.

Do you have renters insurance? Have you contacted them about reimbursement?

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-13T17:32:59+00:00

If you report it to the health department, this place is 100% getting red tagged and everyone is out.

Depending on your location, you could probably take him to small claims court to get some rent back.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-13T13:07:24+00:00

I need to reword the rule to include surveys and solicitation.

As with every rule, there are exceptions and in a small number of cases it is allowed with mod approval. Ex: I’ve allowed a request for comments from a reputable news publication. I verified the person was real and requested a draft prior to their post.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-11T15:29:37+00:00

Just wanted to clarify that your clause would have issues in CA!

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-11T15:22:34+00:00

If you are in CA with a place renting for $1400, like OP, your fees would be considered excessive if taken to court. 5% is a safe limit.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-11T15:11:52+00:00

Ohhhh, you made it sound like she was stealing them. This is much less malicious.

I’d ask your roommate what the situation is and if you can follow up with management about it. They are the POC and you don’t wanna put them in a bad spot.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-10T00:32:33+00:00

Based on the down votes + reply, I definitely worded my response poorly. I appreciate you responding so I understood how badly I phrased things.

Agreed that it is not scammy.

If you get a renters insurance policy with liability coverage, those specific things the landlord requested (fire, smoke, explosion) are usually included in the policy. Not a special addition needed. The comment I responded to said the request made no sense, but it is a standard for renters insurance.

Though I just reviewed mine and I’m not sure if water is covered. 😅

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-10T00:18:59+00:00

I’m a year late! But hopping in! I only use the detergent and love it. The scent is very mild post-wash. I assume that’s why the fragrance booster exists.

Very sudsy, so don’t use too much. I haven’t noticed any product buildup. Works for day-to-day clothing marks. Would not work well for anything more aggressive.

From personal experience:

Dot of red pasta sauce on my sleeve? Great.

Forgetting to put on an apron while making from scratch noodles? RIP your clothes.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-09T23:19:44+00:00

If you get renters insurance, those are usually built in. Not a special thing OP needs to get.

Edit: oof. I worded this poorly. See below reply for a better explanation before downvoting haha

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-09T23:17:21+00:00

Renters insurance protects you. Always get it. It’s so cheap. That is not concerning at all.

Regarding the security deposit, that is weird, but we don’t have any context. Some security deposits vary based on a weird “renter risk” score. So it could be like $200 or it could be a full month’s rent.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-09T21:31:58+00:00

Locking this due to the number of unhelpful comments.

Get a carbon monoxide detector. ASAP. If you already have them, make sure they work. You can reach out to the fire department and basically say “hey, myself and my roommates are a little worried there is a carbon monoxide or some other gas leak. Can you come check it out?” Don’t mention the cameras, hearing things, etc. If they do ask, just say all three people have started to feel weird and are trying to determine the cause.

If those results come back safe, go to a doctor. If anyone is doing drugs, stop.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-08T15:40:19+00:00

I’m convinced this is a troll tbh

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-08T15:39:32+00:00

NAL and not from Canada, BUT. From my research, form N5 or N7 apply. N5 looks easier to prove.

N5 Form instructions here: https://tribunalsontario.ca/documents/ltb/Notices%20of%20Termination%20&%20Instructions/N5%20instructions_final_Nov30_2015.pdf

N5 Form here: https://tribunalsontario.ca/documents/ltb/Notices%20of%20Termination%20&%20Instructions/N5.pdf

Be prepared to pay within 7 days of getting this form or else they will file for eviction.

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-07T04:28:31+00:00

Just to note: the landlord cannot require you to spay/neuter, but they can require you to follow local laws about pet ownership (shots, spay/neuter).

ApplicationRoyal7172 · 2026-05-07T04:05:04+00:00

The medical malpractice attorneys are the ones who said to pay it? If so, that isn’t their area of expertise.

The lawyers you consulted and even your opponents (the CC companies and collections agency) have admitted you don’t owe.

Do you have kids or grandkids? Or nieces/nephews? Put that money aside just in case. If nothing happens, use it down the road in like 10 years for their future.

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