Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Georgia

I was approved for a house. I paid $40 for the application fee. The day I was to meet with the rental agent I received a call stating that the owner of the home changed their mind and wanted to rent to someone else. Is that legal? Am I do my application fee back since I was approved and they changed their mind?


Asked on 4/01/10, 2:00 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

Is it "legal" for a landlord to choose their renter? Of course it is. There is no right to rent a house (unless there is a lease, which you did not mention). As for the fee, you failed to state the terms of any agreement or paperwork you signed before you gave them the money. The terms of a refund should have been discussed and agreed upon prior to paying.

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Answered on 4/06/10, 2:09 pm
Charles W. Field Charles W. Field, Attorney at Law

Consult with a local attorney. In order to be enforceable, real estate conctracts must be in writing.

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Answered on 4/06/10, 2:11 pm


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