Landlord Won’t Fix Broken Heater in Winter — Habitability Rights?

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Started by marcus.j_23 · Dec 18, 2023 · 2 replies
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marcus.j_23OP

Looking for advice on this situation. Landlord Wont Fix Broken Heater in Winter - Habitability Rights? What are my options here?

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

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jurys_out_12Attorney

The cost of a real estate attorney for a transaction review is tiny compared to the potential downside. For anything over $100K, budget $1-2K for legal review. It's the best insurance you'll buy.

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marcus.j_23OP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.