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rent to own home, breach of contract on sellers part question ?
I'm renting to own a home from a person who has power of attorney over real estate for her mother in law. (person is my sister in law I thought I could trust). Been 4 months I've paid. $400 a month. Upon moving in, I fixed house up. Painted every room. Installed new electrical switches and cover plates in all rooms. Tore up nasty carpet & pad to reveal hardwood, new light fixtures, new counter top, ceramic tile floor in kitchen , new faucets in kitchen & bath, new shower surround. So $10,000 approx. equity into the house. She was to pay for all back taxes that were on payment arrangements with the money from the rent to own $. As stated in our contracts which are filed at county. I called to see if the payments were being made. They were not being paid and legal action will be taken (sherrif sale) This is pending, no action yet. She is in Breach of contract. I'm not going to pay $400 any more how long can I stay here without paying. mother in law will die and family can take house
Public Comments
- I hope you have this lease-to-own deal in writing, and that you have saved all your paid receipts.. If so, find a good real estate lawyer to help you - immediately. They are not as expensive as you may think, and worth the investment. Check with your County for a lawyer referral program, if you are not comfortable asking friends or family for a recommendation. The local bar association in your County may also have a program to help people just like you. Don't wait - call today.
