Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Michigan

Contract legally binding although illegal paragraphs in it?

I've signed a contract which seems to have some paragraphs in it which, as it

seems to me, actually are not legally binding (care for the garden, guests have

to pay for overnight stay, application fee for potential subtenants,utilities

nonrefundable if I paid too much ), as far as I can see now. Furthermore,

although I've paid a ceaning fee, the place is not clean.

Is this contract still valid, though, and can I keep the amount of the paid fee

when I pay next months rent?

Furthermore, my US-visa expires in May 06, the contract runs through August

06. Does it expire automatically with my visa, or am I supposed to pay the whole

sum of rent, even if I don't live there.


Asked on 8/31/05, 12:07 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Rochelle Guznack Law Offices of Rochelle E. Guznack, PLLC

Re: Contract legally binding although illegal paragraphs in it?

Generally, if the things you agree to in a contract are not illegal activities, you are bound to an agreement you have signed if you signed it voluntarily. If you did not read it, that will not work to your advantage so long as you are of lawful age and mentally competent.

I do not believe leases terminate when a tenant's Visa expires as they are unrelated. If this is an issue, you should discuss it with your landlord.

These communications do not establish an attorney-client relationship and the above information is not intended to be legal advice concerning your specific situation. You should hire an attorney to read your contract and discuss your situation before you take or refrain from taking any actions.

Good luck.

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Answered on 8/31/05, 1:34 pm


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