Unfair Rent Hike
A woman in Glasgow is enraged after her landlord raised her rent by £200 a month without any discussion or negotiation. Catherine Sheldon, 25, who shares a flat with two roommates, was shocked by the selfish reasoning behind the increase.
Not Up for Discussion
Catherine, who has been residing in the property since 2021, was originally paying £500 per month. However, her landlord decided to raise the cost to £520, and then claimed that Catherine and her remaining roommate would have to cover the lost income when the third tenant moves out. This will leave them with a rent charge of £700 per month.
Selfish Landlord
Catherine expressed her frustration, stating that her landlord argued that the increased rent was the going rate and that further discussions were unnecessary. She added, "He wasn't sympathetic even though I'd have to leave if the rent goes up that much."
Uncertain Future
Catherine and her roommate are currently unsure of what will happen next as they dispute the unfair rent increase with the Scottish tenants' union, Living Rent.
Factors Behind Rising Rent
According to Richard Donnell, executive director at Zoopla, several factors contribute to the spiraling rent prices. One factor is whether the landlord has a mortgage. Landlords without a mortgage are less likely to increase costs, but those with a high loan-to-value ratio may be more inclined to raise rents.
Understanding Rent Increases
It's essential to understand the rules surrounding rent increases. Landlords can increase rent, but they should follow certain guidelines. The type of tenancy determines when the landlord can raise the rent. For a periodic tenancy, the rent cannot typically be increased more than once a year without the tenant's agreement. Landlords must provide a minimum of one month's notice for weekly or monthly rent payments and six months' notice for yearly tenancies. If the tenancy agreement does not include a rent review clause or has expired, landlords can use a Section 13 notice to raise the rent.
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