Monthly Rent Wrong

mgh122 wrote:

FormerBoater wrote:
I would not waste my time posting about $26/month.

I would not even mention it to management for $26/month.

I cannot believe that anyone who can afford a 2013 Phaeton would even mention anything that cost them an extra $26/month.

Maybe being thrifty is how he affords his 2013 Phaeton.

Perhaps the thrifty thing but more than likely the principle of the matter, is more important.

FormerBoater wrote:
I would not waste my time posting about $26/month.

I would not even mention it to management for $26/month.

I cannot believe that anyone who can afford a 2013 Phaeton would even mention anything that cost them an extra $26/month.

Maybe being thrifty is how he affords his 2013 Phaeton.

Depends on park rules that were in writing at the time you booked. Months in advance I booked a stay at Flying Flags in Buellton, CA. Booked and paid in advance as required at a great low rate. Months later arrived and checked in. Was told I had to pay another $100 for my stay as the rates changed since I booked. Website I booked on did have a note that stated rates may change at any time without notice. Had no choice but I tend to think its not ethical nor common in the industry. Ever book a hotel at an advertised rate then charged more at check in? I haven't.

I would not waste my time posting about $26/month.

I would not even mention it to management for $26/month.

I cannot believe that anyone who can afford a 2013 Phaeton would even mention anything that cost them an extra $26/month.

Old-Biscuit wrote:
What did the park staff say when you questioned them about rate difference WHEN you were checking in?

Surely you were aware of the rate at check-in.

X2

What did the park staff say when you questioned them about rate difference WHEN you were checking in?

Surely you were aware of the rate at check-in.

Stormy Eyes wrote:
You got a rate sheet last year...did you make the reservation last year when you got the sheet? I so, I would hope they would give you the rate in effect when reservation was made. Or did you wait to make the reservation? If you waited, new rates may have been in effect by the time you reserved.

This would be my thoughts also. Rate sheets come and go, same as any advertised price. Try getting an airline to honor the fare posted yesterday, much less a year ago. I would expect to pay the price that was in effect when you made the reservation, unless you were informed it would be something different. This does happen occasionally. We often have people booking a year or more in advance. Those people are always told that pricing for that stay has not yet been set. We notify them of the rate when we set it and they are free to cancel without any fees if they decide it is too much.

You got a rate sheet last year...did you make the reservation last year when you got the sheet? I so, I would hope they would give you the rate in effect when reservation was made. Or did you wait to make the reservation? If you waited, new rates may have been in effect by the time you reserved.

If the new rate was disclosed before you agreed, and you were completely aware of it, and you accepted the terms, then you have nothing to complain about.

It is not an "unfair" or an "abusive" practice as long as the customer was fully aware before committing to the new price and contracting an agreement.

HOWEVER, if the contract was made based upon last year's prices, and the customers thought they were agreeing to last years prices, and then after agreeing, signing on, it was THEN switched to a higher price without their knowledge until their first rent came due and THEN they found out the price was raised, then the practice is "deceptive" and in violation of the Dodd-Frank Act.

The Dodd-Frank Act addresses "Unfair, Deceptive, and Abusive" business practices. If this is the case, then tell them they are in violation of the Dodd-Frank act because their practices are considered deceptive because their attempt to advertise one thing and charge something else after the contract was complete falls under the "Deceptive" section of this federal law. They will look at you with a great big "Um, What?" Look it up: "Unfair, Deceptive, and Abusive practices." But it is a federal law.

But, here again, they can advertise one thing, but as long as they fully disclose the price change before you agree, there is absolutely nothing you can do. They are completely ligit then. On the other hand, if the did a 'switch and bait' then it's a violation of the Act. If the new price rate was disclosed before agreeing to the final purchase, and NOT after, then you just have to suck-it-up, or find another campground.

I just completed a course on this for my employment. Opened my eyes.

Look up "Unfair, Deceptive, and Abusive practices" with a Google Search.

Did you sign a lease/contract at the lower rate? If not, then I think the only thing you can do is politely ask if they will honor the previously quoted rate. If not, really only two choices. Accept it or leave it.

I didn't see anything where you said you signed a lease, so I assume it was only a quote. Others might have made reservations back when the rates were still in force. So, not sure I see this like korbe that they voided a lease.

Mike