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Gloomy-Pattern-3302 t1_jaby6su wrote

There is no rent control in Virginia. Therefore, there is no limit on rent increases a landlord can impose, but they must give a 30-day written notice of the increase.

I live in a huge 3 bdrm/3bath loft downtown for $1512. Its in my lease that they cant increase for 3 years. The 1 bdrm across the street is $1700. I cant imagine moving in these times. You're lucky its only $100. Ive seen up to 30% increases with no amenity changes.

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panda-attack t1_jabxug5 wrote

A couple things

  1. your application fee was over the legal limit for the state those are capped at $50

  2. Va unfortunately does not have rent caps landlords are only required to keep it at “fair market value” however that is based on the area you live so it isn’t a firm number.

  3. If they aren’t coming in once a month and physically changing the filters themselves that’s another bullshit fee. Most landlord require you to change them yourself.

Whomever you are renting from is fleecing you. I would highly recommend finding a new place.

I would also recommend checking your area for fair market values.

Best of luck to you because what they are trying to do is just ridiculous.

Edit: fixed the price. Shouldn’t do things when I get off work🤦🏻‍♀️

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blue-trout t1_jabrwdy wrote

Hiii. I’m starting law school at U Richmond in August. I’m really interested in working for the state gov for summer positions and hopefully as a career after law school. If possible, could you share any insight as to what state gov jobs are usually available in Richmond for new grads? Like what are the most common ones? (Ex. Attorney at the AG office, staff attorneys for gov. Departments, etc…) thanks!

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