Hi there,I was staying in a place for on...

Asked by Anrich on 25-08-2020 12:37:08
Question posted in the Property Law category relating to Eastern Cape

Hi there,

I was staying in a place for one month and then lockdown was enforced and the university enstructed students to go back home. I then went back home to my parents home. 

The owner of the place where I was staying never gave me a written contract and just sent me a voicenote stating what the rent will be. I never replied to the message. I payed for the month that I stayed. 

Five months into lock down I receive a email from the owner saying that I owe him money for the months that I wasn't staying there. 

As there was no contract or terms and conditions just a voicenote that I never replied on. What is my rights?

Answer to the Question

Posted by Att. Patrick on 26-08-2020 15:59:54

Hi there,

I see that you haven't made a payment for the question, but I'm going to assist you a little. If you want to ask a follow-up question, please make the required payment.

I think that the fact that you moved into the flat indicates that you accepted his voice note, and that there is a legal agreement between the two of you - even if it is an implied agreement. 

You need to give the landlord notice of cancellation of your lease now. 

Regarding the arrears for the last 4 months, you might have a problem...

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