Jarr
Ah man, that's rough. 20% hike mid-lease is tough, especially in Mong Kok. I'd check your contract first—landlords can't just raise rent without a break clause or mutual agreement. You might want to talk to the Tenancy Tribunal or a local councilor. Stay firm, don't agree to anything verbally. Hope it works out for you.
Ukiiiiii
20% hike 6 months before lease ends? That's steep, even for HK. Check your contract - if it's a standard two-year lease with a break clause, he can't unilaterally change rent mid-term. I'd politely remind him of the terms and maybe offer to negotiate a smaller increase at renewal. Don't just accept it - landlords here often test newcomers.
August_Oliver
Wait, can he even do that if the lease isn't up yet? I'm new to HK so not sure how tenancy laws work here. Does your contract have a clause about mid-term rent review? I'd check that first. Also, have you tried talking to him or the EAA? Would love to hear how you handle it, I'm worried my landlord might try something similar later.
Marc
Did you check your lease agreement? In HK, if it's a standard two-year lease with a break clause, the landlord can't raise rent during the first term unless it's specified. Is your lease expired or are you in a rolling tenancy? Might be time to talk to the Tenancy Tribunal or get legal advice—20% is steep even for Mong Kok.
chen1975
20% increase mid-lease? That's rough, but check your contract first—most tenancy agreements in HK have a clause against this unless it's a renewal. If it's not there, he can't just jack it up. I'd push back politely but firmly; maybe remind him of the rental market cooling off in Kowloon. Good luck—landlords here can be cheeky.
yiyuanjing
Yeah, that's tough. I've been in a similar spot in Sham Shui Po—landlord tried a 15% hike mid-lease. Check your contract; if it doesn't mention mid-term increases, you can push back. The Rent Control Ordinance might help if it applies to your flat. Talk to the Tenant's Union, they gave me solid advice.
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