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our tenants washing machine (supplied by us but in writing ...
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our tenants washing machine (supplied by us but in writing that we would not maintain,reipair or replace) overflowed and flooded the bottom condo. who is legally liable for damages to the bottom condo.

 

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May 7 11:16 PM (40 minutes and 21 seconds later)
         
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Dear Customer (name blocked for privacy)

If the lease specifically states that you are not responsible for the repair, maintenance, etc of the washer then the tenants are responsible (the washer is a luxury provided to the by you and something you did not have to leave there for their use) - perhaps they have tenants insurance that would help with the cost of the damage. OR perhaps you have some type of homeowners insurance that you could tap into seeking the deductible from the tenants.

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May 8 11:54 AM (12 hours and 37 minutes and 14 seconds later)
         
Reply to Michelle's Post: Just to be clear, we are not legally liable for the damages to the bottom condo? The owner is using their own insurance but should I pay the deductible and take it out of my tenants deposit or not pay anything?
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May 8 12:01 PM (7 minutes and 41 seconds later)
         
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Dear Shari

Right. You are not responsible. My suggestion was to use your insurance and let them pay the deductible - but if the other condo owner is using their insurance then I would see that your tenant pays the deductible; however, you choose to recoup that money. I believe that is fair and reasonable for all.

 

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