Tenant Rights In Minnesota

Summary

In Minnesota, even without a formal lease, you may have rights as a tenant-at-will, including proper notice before eviction, typically 30 days. Its legal to discuss lease terms directly with the landlord and propose a new lease or a month-to-month agreement. Document all payments and communications. Consider contacting a local tenant rights organization for assistance. If the property is in probate, the landlord or their representative can still enter into a new lease agreement. Discuss your situation with the property managers, who are the landlords sons, and express your willingness to sign a lease.

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I have lived in home in mn for18 + months and never signed a lease but my roommate has now I find has spent the money I gave towards rent for her personal debts and she says we have a week to get out. How to talk to owners and do I have any rights the owner knows we been here and in my roommates lease it says she can't have roommates and my roomates lease is good till Feb *. I just want to to make over lease is this possible
Hey there! It sounds like a tricky situation. Given that you didn't sign a lease, your rights may be limited, but you might still have some options.
- Talk to the Landlord: Explain your situation and your willingness to sign a lease directly.
- Minnesota Law: Even without a lease, you might be considered a tenant-at-will and have some rights such as proper notice before eviction.
Can you tell me if you have any proof of payment to your roommate for rent?
A few receipts but she avoided that we took care of sick lady so she could pass at home and soo it's well known by all we live here me my boyfriend and our lg golden lab so we can't be with just a car to live in and I am not sure she was ever charged rent as that was her business if the rent is paid by eviction time can we can stay or no is it legal to take over lease and pay separately. All bills in her name also
In Minnesota, even without a formal lease, you may have rights as a tenant-at-will. Here are some key points:
- Tenant-at-Will Rights: You are entitled to proper notice before eviction (typically 30 days).
- Proof of Payment: Your receipts can help demonstrate your tenancy.
- Talk to the Landlord: Explain your situation and willingness to sign a lease directly.
- Lease Takeover: The landlord must agree to transfer the lease or create a new one in your name.
Have you already tried discussing this with the landlord or are you planning to do so soon?
She won't give me number but I'll get it. Is it legal to discuss her lease and pay up or do we just get a new lease month to month. The thing is I don't think she is leaving I think she is trying to make me panic. Or loose controll is it almost wrong to not have been given a lease and do I have rights to that. The lady died and house is in probate but pdfor
In Minnesota, as a tenant-at-will, you have certain rights even without a formal lease. Here are some points to consider:
- Rights: You are entitled to proper notice before eviction, typically 30 days.
- Lease Discussion: It is legal to discuss the lease directly with the landlord and propose a new lease or a month-to-month agreement.
- Probate: The house being in probate may complicate things, but the landlord (or their representative) can still enter into a new lease agreement.
Have you been able to find out who is managing the property during the probate process?
Her sons
It seems like you have a potentially strong case here. Here are some steps you might take:
- Contact the Landlord or Property Manager: Get the contact information from your roommate or search public records for the property owner.
- Document Everything: Keep all receipts and communications.
- Legal Aid: Consider contacting a local tenant rights organization for assistance.
Have you tried reaching out to any tenant rights organizations in your area?
No this is a repeating issue and I always be nice and be homeless for a day but I am done. It's cold and I have a dog
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Here are some steps you can take:
- Contact the Sons: Since they are managing the property, discuss your situation and express your willingness to sign a lease.
- Tenant Rights Organization: They can provide legal assistance and advice.
Have you considered contacting a tenant rights organization for immediate help?