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.
1 Answer from Attorneys
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.