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Lease requires signature of privacy violating addendum (lemmy.world)

submitted 5 days ago by Okokimup@lemmy.world to c/actually_infuriating@lemmy.world

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Just got approved for a new apartment and reading through the lease before signing. They have an addendum that gives them permission (without compensation) to use your name, written statements, likeness in photos, videos, or voice, without exception or limitation, in any kind of marketing materials or social media. It explicitly applies to all residents including minors. It gives them permission to alter these media as they see fit, for all of time, and you waive your right to deny them or sue for libel or violation of privacy.

At the end of the addendum, it does say you have the right to revoke your consent to all of this via written notice. But you are required to sign this addendum. So now I have to write my own legalistic revocation of consent to go with it.

This is an absolute "fuck you" to

victims of DV, stalking, or other crimes where they need to keep their identity/living situation confidential
people who do not like having their picture taking (enjoying your time at the pool in spite of feeling bad about yourself in a swimsuit? Too bad, everyone can look at you now.)
everyone who cares about their privacy for its own sake.

Did I leave anyone out?

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[–] Rivalarrival@lemmy.today -2 points 5 days ago (1 children)

it’s labor and responsibility, and I don’t want it.

Condominiums appreciate similar to regular property, and you pay a monthly fee for someone else to handle the upkeep and maintenance. Your particular needs are far better met with a condo than a rental.

[–] QualifiedKitten@discuss.online 2 points 4 days ago (1 children)

Condominiums appreciate similar to regular property

Not always true. I bought a condo in 2021 since that was all I could afford within commuting distance from work. My condo has actually lost value in that time, while SFHs in the area have become even more expensive. I hate my HOA, but now I'm basically trapped here, hoping the market turns around soon so I can sell without taking a major loss. I'm ready to go back to renting.

[–] Rivalarrival@lemmy.today 1 points 4 days ago

Not always true.

Nothing is "always true", especially in the short term. Condo prices generally rise, but they occasionally fall. So do SFH. In the long term, the generalities tend to prevail.

Before you go back to renting, take a look at what you would have lost in the same time period had you chosen a rental instead.

If you can't afford to live where you're working, it might be time to look for a new job in a market with a lower cost of living. The premium you pay on costs associated with your current employment very likely negate the increased compensation for that job. Taking a pay cut can increase your net earnings and standard of living if it allows you to live somewhere more affordable.