Advice needed on seller hid foundation problems

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I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

seller hid foundation problems. I've been dealing with this for about 13 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have been renting for 7 years. My monthly rent is $3,851. We are on a month-to-month now.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

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Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That's the general rule anyway, exceptions exist.

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Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

A lot of people mess up by is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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So this is more common than people think.

A lot of people mess up by is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.