I signed a lease that states rent as $1,300 with a maximum of 4 people living in this house. However, we are paying $1,200 because the landlord "meant" to change it to $1,200, but couldn't using the lease she printed off the net. So far, there are 3 of us living here, splitting up the $1,200 rent. We are in the process of getting a 4th roommate, only to find out that the landlord says she will increase rent to $1,500 to cover their mortgage if the 4th person moves in. The lease states nothing about raising rent. Is this legal? I live in Grand Rapids, Michigan and have been trying to find legislation on this. Please help!

She cannot do that. The lease has the rent printed on it. Call your local housing authority.

No, it's not legal. But if you have a signed lease that says $1,300 she can certainly raise it up to that.

if you both signed a contract he cannot do it. dont let him and if he tries to kick you out get a lawyer.

She can't do that find a number in your phone book that deals with this kinda stuff you have a copy of the lease bring that with you! good luck! :)

The landlord can only charge the amount within the 4 corners of the contract for the number of people in the contract. Below is a couple of websites that might help. When you send the landlord the letter it mentions please be sure you do it by certified mail so you will have proof, get all your records and when you leave take pictures or even better video because the landlord might try to get back at you so take proper steps to protect yourself. Hope these help and good luck!