Mood: Frustrated
Listening to: "Welcome to the Jungle" - Guns N Roses
"And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith." - Matthew 21:22
My word of the year for 2020 is ACTION. I started thinking about that this morning throughout all of this. Time does not stand still for anyone. I'm on my second cup of coffee and am ready to get this letter to my apartment owners drafted. I'll be ready for a run today to blow off some steam!
The last thing a person wants to see on a Friday night after getting home is a letter from the rental company that says rent is increasing by $80. OUCH!! I called Nikhil who was SUPER helpful, knowledegable, and had many brilliant suggestions (especially the one about letting the media know about the increase.) I think his suggestions are fantastic, but I just need to decide on my own what to do in this situation. I'm grateful for help from my family and boyfriend. I don't have to go through this alone. Like Nikhil said, "This is life." Buckle up, baby! It's going to be a bumpy ride!
The rent increase brought up frustrations of not being a home owner yet or possibly moving, again. I'd rather stay put. Moving is a pain. I see myself just wanting to settle down!! I've also had dreams of being a home owner; maybe owning a condo.
Listening to: "Welcome to the Jungle" - Guns N Roses
"And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith." - Matthew 21:22
My word of the year for 2020 is ACTION. I started thinking about that this morning throughout all of this. Time does not stand still for anyone. I'm on my second cup of coffee and am ready to get this letter to my apartment owners drafted. I'll be ready for a run today to blow off some steam!
The last thing a person wants to see on a Friday night after getting home is a letter from the rental company that says rent is increasing by $80. OUCH!! I called Nikhil who was SUPER helpful, knowledegable, and had many brilliant suggestions (especially the one about letting the media know about the increase.) I think his suggestions are fantastic, but I just need to decide on my own what to do in this situation. I'm grateful for help from my family and boyfriend. I don't have to go through this alone. Like Nikhil said, "This is life." Buckle up, baby! It's going to be a bumpy ride!
The rent increase brought up frustrations of not being a home owner yet or possibly moving, again. I'd rather stay put. Moving is a pain. I see myself just wanting to settle down!! I've also had dreams of being a home owner; maybe owning a condo.
I found a condo that is beautiful but, unfortunately, out of my price range.
It brought up insecurities about my job, finding joy in my current job,
and appreciating getting a paycheck for what I do every two weeks. I'm
traditional and don't want to move in with my significant other until marriage
or at least being engaged.
My lease for this cute little apartment was signed in May 29, 2008. The monthly rent at that time was $375, and I had a $300 security deposit. It was a real bargain. At that time I wanted to save more money, because my rent was higher at Crestview Apartments, although I had many more amenities. It seemed like a great idea at the time, and I was so grateful that I had help moving to this apartment.
Worst case scenario, I could throw in the towel and pay $545 a month instead of $465 a month. On a positive note, I paid off my car recently, so I am grateful that I can afford to pay $545 if I had to. The whole point, though, is that I should NOT have to pay this much of a rent increase when this apartment is old and does not have as many amenities as others here in town.
Renting has its advantages:
I had a great visit with Nikhil and my down-to-earth landlords last night. Here's the letter I came up with:
Letter to the company:
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Anne Polasky
My lease for this cute little apartment was signed in May 29, 2008. The monthly rent at that time was $375, and I had a $300 security deposit. It was a real bargain. At that time I wanted to save more money, because my rent was higher at Crestview Apartments, although I had many more amenities. It seemed like a great idea at the time, and I was so grateful that I had help moving to this apartment.
Worst case scenario, I could throw in the towel and pay $545 a month instead of $465 a month. On a positive note, I paid off my car recently, so I am grateful that I can afford to pay $545 if I had to. The whole point, though, is that I should NOT have to pay this much of a rent increase when this apartment is old and does not have as many amenities as others here in town.
Renting has its advantages:
- I can afford to travel with Nikhil
- No yard work
- The landlord fixes any problems with appliances, air conditioning, etc.
I had a great visit with Nikhil and my down-to-earth landlords last night. Here's the letter I came up with:
Letter to the company:
Dear Mr. Kost,
I am the tenant for apartment #12 in the Manor Apartment Complex. I signed my lease May 28, 2008 and have resided here for 12 years. Overall, I am very pleased with my apartment choice, and I couldn't have asked for better landlords than Bill and Betty.
I've always been a responsible and trustworthy tenant, paid my rent on time, and kept my unit and surrounding areas clean. I'm renting one of the smaller one bedroom units here. It does not have a balcony, dishwasher, or garage.
I did some research and found that there are over 150 vacant one bedroom apartments in Bismarck right now; many that are much more updated than Manor Apartments. There is a vacancy in this building right now. So, Bismarck has an abundance of vacant apartments right now.
I did some research and found that there are over 150 vacant one bedroom apartments in Bismarck right now; many that are much more updated than Manor Apartments. There is a vacancy in this building right now. So, Bismarck has an abundance of vacant apartments right now.
I am upset with the news of the upcoming rent increase. Mr. Kost, with the above-mentioned, please kindly reconsider my rent increase. Please do not raise my rent to $545/month and leave it at $465/month.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Anne Polasky
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