Lower Rent Negotiation Tips

Summary

Judith, an 83-year-old tenant in Chicago, sought help to negotiate lower rent due to limited savings. She was informed about tenant rights under the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) and advised to contact local legal aid organizations. After LAF (Legal Assistance Foundation) and Chicago Volunteer Legal Services couldnt assist, she was directed to the National Lawyers Guild Chicago, which offers free legal services.

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As m * yrs old. Need someone to negotiate a lower rent for me. Have lived here since Oct, *, and have very little savings left. Other tenants got lower rents, so why can't I?

Hello ****, it's unfortunate you're facing this situation. Can you please let me know which city and state you're living in? It will help me provide you with the specific legal information pertaining to tenant rights in your area.

Chicago, IL

Hello ****,
In Chicago, there are specific laws in place to protect tenant rights:
- Under the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO), landlords are obligated to provide a safe and habitable living space.
- Rent control is currently not in place in Illinois due to the Rent Control Preemption Act of *.
You can contact a local legal aid organization for assistance in negotiating lower rent.

Name me the org

The organization you can contact is "LAF (Legal Assistance Foundation)". They offer free legal services in Chicago.

LAF (Legal Assistance Foundation)

Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.lafchicago.org

I called them, and they can't help.

I'm sorry to hear that, ****. You could try reaching out to "Chicago Volunteer Legal Services". They also offer free legal assistance.

Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.cvls.org

Do you have a other org?

I understand, ****. Another organization that might be able to assist you is the "National Lawyers Guild Chicago". They offer a variety of legal services.

National Lawyers Guild Chicago

Phone: (*) *-*
Website: www.nlgchicago.org

Are their services free? I've little spare cash.

Yes, the National Lawyers Guild Chicago offers free legal services. However, it's advisable to confirm with them directly. They are committed to helping individuals like you who are in need of legal assistance.

Tx ????

You're welcome, ****! If you need any more help, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best of luck with your situation.