Rental Lease Dispute Resolution

Summary

If you have signed a lease and paid the deposit and first months rent, the landlord cannot demand additional rent or a new lease. Seek local legal aid. Colorado offers free legal aid through organizations like Colorado Legal Services and Colorado Affordable Legal Services, LLC.

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I’m in Colorado trying to rent a house from a man. I have already signed the lease and given the deposit and first months rent. Now he is asking me to pay another months rent and sign a new lease. What do I do
Hello ****, if you have already signed a lease, it is binding. Here are some points to note:
- He cannot demand additional rent unless specified in the lease.
- He cannot force you to sign a new lease before the term of the existing one ends.
- Consult with a local housing attorney if the issue persists.
Are there free housing attorneys?
Yes, ****. There are organizations in Colorado that offer free legal aid for housing issues. You can contact Colorado Legal Services or the Colorado Affordable Legal Services, LLC. Both offer free or low-cost legal assistance.