Our landlord has made a terrible rent increase this month, it's like a slap to my wallet! My roommate and I are constantly arguing because somehow he keeps saying 'we'll manage,' but I'm tired of asking my family for money. Do you think we should look for another place, or should we just keep bearing this crisis? Has this kind of situation happened to you?
I went through the same things a year ago; the landlord didn’t understand anything we said. Then we found a more affordable place in another neighborhood, but moving turned out to be costly as well. I think you should do some research, but make sure to budget carefully when moving.
You say that now, but your roommate might be right. Even if you move somewhere else, costs might increase, and considering how expensive it has become, I don't think you'll find a place elsewhere. I suggest you don't argue about it.
Rent increase rates cannot actually exceed a certain legal limit. If the contract has been renewed, this rate may change, but first check the increase rate set by the landlord. You may have legal rights; you can consult a lawyer.
Let me update you: Our landlord is justifying the increase by calling it a 'free market,' but it's really an excessive amount. My roommate still doesn't want to move because they say 'this is the lesser of two evils.' I've looked at other places, but I'm confused.
I think your roommate's insistence on "we can manage" is a bit strange. Maybe their friends or job are here and they don’t want to move out. Or they might have a different plan than what you’re thinking, I suggest you talk openly.
The same thing happened to me, that's why I parted ways with my roommate. I moved to another place while he lived with his family for a few months looking for a place to stay. Sometimes there is no way out, it’s hard to make the best decision for everyone.
