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Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

Tohsynetita1:
Lol, ours increased it from 70k to 450k after bore hole and painting, with tiles. This no be Lagos o but Ogbomoso.

Thundafireseun:
Lol I’m sure this is happening in Asaba or Abuja …..

Meanwhile…. Y do you want to to shoook mouth for mata way no concern us ??

It’s either you pay the rent or you go village

YouandiAllofus:
Guy, move out if you can't afford. Don't pretend as if you don't know that what you received was a quite notice.

Smokeybrain:
no renovation, nothing was done.

Smokeybrain:
Quick notice in disguise

Smokeybrain:
Abuja

Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

Tohsynetita1:
Lol, ours increased it from 70k to 450k after bore hole and painting, with tiles. This no be Lagos o but Ogbomoso.

Ibkay32:
What part of ogbomoso are you?

Tohsynetita1:
oke anu

Ibkay32:
Houses are expensive in that area, but I still don’t see anything remarkable that justifies the high cost of rent in Ogbomoso.

Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

Thundafireseun:
Its crazy brov ….

Abuja is not really bad RN compared to Asaba because transportation is still relatively cheap….

So you could stay at low cost areas and still get to work conveniently

IyaTola:
I understand your frustration!

Firstly, a 200% rent increase is quite steep. Here are some steps you can take:

Negotiation
1. Review your lease agreement: Check if there's a clause that stipulates how rent increases should be handled.
2. Talk to your landlord: Schedule a meeting to discuss the rent increase. Be calm and respectful.
3. Propose a compromise: Suggest a more reasonable rent increase, citing market rates or your financial constraints.

Seeking Assistance
1. Tenant associations or unions: Reach out to local tenant organizations for guidance and support.
2. Housing counseling agencies: Non-profit organizations that provide free or low-cost housing counseling.
3. Local government agencies: Contact your local housing authority or consumer protection agency.

Legal Action
1. Consult a lawyer: If negotiations fail, consult with a lawyer specializing in tenant-landlord law.
2. File a complaint: If your landlord has violated the lease agreement or local laws, file a complaint with the relevant authorities.
3. Court action: As a last resort, take your landlord to court. Be prepared to provide evidence and witnesses.

Other Options
1. Look for a new place: If the rent increase is unsustainable, start searching for a new apartment.
2. Consider a rent subsidy: If you're eligible, explore government programs or non-profit organizations that offer rent subsidies.

Remember to document all communication with your landlord, including dates, times, and details of conversations.

Take a deep breath, and may the odds be ever in your favor!

IyaTola:
Asaba and environs is cheap

Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

Thundafireseun:
I pity you….

Stop making blind assumptions

dawnomike:
If you're in Lagos state, the court is your best bet!

IyaTola:
How?

spyder880:
Hold a meeting and negotiate with him as a group of tenants. He may listen and reduce the rents. Things are hard for everyone now.

Smokeybrain:
Quick Quit notice in disguise

tivta:
Nigerian law stipulates that rent must not be increased by over 50percent in a year.
The tenants have a right to sue.

Smokeybrain:
Good day nairalanders. My landlord increased our rent from 1 million two bedroom flat to 3 million. What can we do as tenants? . Some suggested we take him to court.

Make Una chuk mouth abeg

tivta:
Nigerian law stipulates that rent must not be increased by over 50percent in a year.
The tenants have a right to sue.