ComplaintsforEbner Properties, LTD

• Initial Complaint

  09/03/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Service or Repair Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  Since I moved in the apartment we started seeing that the electricity bill was unusual high.We complained and nothing was done. I called the electric comp and got into a budget plan with them. But still the budget kept going up because they said I was average $400 in electricity. I came off the budget paid my balance so I could see exactly whT my bill was going to be. My bill fluctuating and is $318 to $341 I have called maintenance and complained with everyone in the office I left messages been to the office and all the did was send out some guy that said he's been here and there's nothing he can do. When the owner asked if he had explained to me the issue he said he couldn't talk to me because I didn't speak English apparently because he knew im hispanic. And I heard him say it to the owner on the phone.even tou he had talked to me before when he came to fix the outage in my apartment. He disrespected me in front of my children yelling at me like a maniac. I complained and was told by the owner that he's a sub contractor. The owner assure me he was gonna get someone to come fix the problem. When I call the office they never give the messages to the owner.per the owner words. Last incident the maintenance guy told me is because I didn't have my ac in automatic when I tried questioning and explaining whats going on he got an attitude and told me not to interup him when i was talking he actually talk over me and told me to call the office and walked away didnt even listen to me (I have the recording of the conversations)The apartment doesn't get cool at. all and is only me in the apartment how much electricity can i use I tried explaining is not normal none of my neighbors pay that . I was told that apartenly I don't know how to read my own bill and if I didn't like the answer I was welcomed to move out. Office is whole bunch of disrespect is sad because when I talk to the owner he acts like he's really concerned but he's staff acts differently when he's not around.

  

  Business response

  09/20/2024

  Good afternoon.

  We have worked with you for multiple months regarding your electric. We have listened to your concerns regarding the amount of your electric bill and have sent our Electrician to your home and also sent our maintenance technicians. You have come to our Corporate Office and our staff has tried multiple times to explain solutions.

  We have explained to you on multiple occasions that we have had an extremely hot summer which in return when running your HVAC System, will run your bill up very quickly. More so this summer due to the extreme temperatures. After reaching out to your neighbors, they have also responded by stating that their utility bills have doubled if not tripled due to running their AC unit.

  Our maintenance supervisor came to your unit and found that your thermostat was placed "ON" instead of "AUTO". This means that your unit never shut off, it ran continuously. This within itself would run your electricity bill high.

  At this point, there is nothing more that we can do. Unfortunately, hot summers come along with high utility bills. Our suggestion as we have explained before, is to set your thermostat temperature at a higher temp/degree. This is not a guarantee that your utility bill will decrease to your desired amount but will help.

  Thank you,

  Ebner Properties, LLC.

• Initial Complaint

  06/12/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

  More info

  I lived at Sawmill Place at **** ***** ****, Columbus Ohio (renting) and moved out by April 30. I took photos of my apartment before i left showing it in great condition. (Ebner Properties owns Sawmill place). I have contacted them multiple times asking for my deposit. May 28th i called, and they said they are "behind" and should have a check by June 7th, and to call back if i didn't. I called on June 10th and spoke to a Brittany who said I needed to talk to a ****. She took my number. **** has never called. No one in answering my calls or emails requesting my deposit. I want that back as it's been over 30 days.

  

  Business response

  06/14/2024

  Good afternoon.

  Ebner Properties has always strived to send out Security Deposit before the 30-day deadline. Unfortunately, we had software issues which put us behind a week or so.

  A check was issued out via mail on 6/10/2024 in the amount of $642.73, check #302. We are sorry for the delay.

  Best Regards,

  Ebner Properties

  Customer response

  06/16/2024

  [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]
  
  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint. Check has been received. Thank you.
  
  Regards,
  
  **** *******

• Initial Complaint

  03/02/2024

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  I have been told the water bills come out of my money in my account to pay the rent the money for February‘s water bill. The money for March‘s water bill hasn’t been deducted from my account and now is $60 late fee has been deducted from my account I have called and spoken to ***** and billing about this. I have actually been into the office one time, I have been told that to ignore the app folio app they use for us as residence but now with this late charge being added, I cannot ignore it. I would like my account adjusted the money for water bill shown as paid and the late charge taken off of my account. I am very good about paying my bills on time and ahead of time .

  

  Business response

  03/11/2024

  Good afternoon.

  I have attached your Account Ledger for your review. As you can see, there are no late fees posted to your account. Ebner Properties has spoken with you multiple times and has expressed that the late fee was posted on 3/2 by mistake and was immediately removed. If you log into your AppFolio account, you will see the same document that I have attached. All questions can be answered through your portal.

  If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our office.

  Thank you,

  Management

• Initial Complaint

  06/09/2022

  Complaint Type:

  Customer Service Issues

  Status:

  Answered

  More info

  In February the owner Mark e his son and Nina came 2 our apartment, stating that they had complaints from the neighbors they were all lies so the owner Mark e told my fiance ****** 2 add her name to the lease by giving her information to Nina the property manager. we gave her information 2 Nina and till this day ****** name hasn't been added 2 the lease. So she's not allowed 2 contact anyone reguarding our apartment she also doesn't have a key fob.I feel like Nina is responsible for this ALL because she befriends hang out with the people who are telling these accusations, False calls 2 the cops has been called 2 our apartment on several occasions. Stating we were fighting leaving trash in halls and being rude 2 neighbors. On March 23rd 2022 we received a 30-day notice 2 vacate for non compliance. We have contacted the office and the office said Kris(who signed)said she knew nothing about this. a person named Kris d and Nina h signed.I saw the owner Mark e in the parking lot and explained everything 2 him, he said don't worry about it,he also knew nothing about this letter he then took my number.On 5 18,2022 we received a letter that our lease will be terminated for Ohio revised code section 5321.17 vacating on 8/31/2022. And failure 2 vacate will force us 2 have an eviction which involves Court(WE WILL GO) this time signed only by Mark e. We have been trying 2 contact mark e,by phone and going to the office Regina never give me his voicemail 2 leave a message and always states he's not in the building 2 see him, So Regina (which is also rude 2 us) gave me this email to contact him..mebner@ebnerproperties.com (this email is invalid it never goes through). It doesn't exist...I asked for his contact number from Nina,Regina and front desk clerk they will not give it 2 me. I have the office number ********** I need 2 set up an appt with mark e on any Fri before11am 2 see if this real. I no longer trust anyone at this office but him.

  

  Business response

  06/10/2022

  Good afternoon.

  Not long after moving in, you contacted your Resident Manager stating that you allowed your Illegal Occupant a key to your unit and you desperately wanted her out. We changed the locks on your door and charged your account. Soon after, you allowed her access to your unit. You again made contact with your Resident Manager asking for help to have her evicted from your unit. Your only option at that time was to move. 

  On March 18th our Corporate Office starting receiving complaints once again regarding your company. We sent multiple letters to your unit for non-compliance of Illegal Occupancy which you never responded to. Your company was ringing all door buzzers to every tenant within your building to gain entry at all hours of the night. Franklin County Police Department notified our office and the Resident Manager stating that your company was caught trying to steal vehicles from the property. 

  Ebner Properties refused to run the application that was sent to our office to add your company to your Lease Agreement. Your option at that time again was to find new housing. You avoided all compliance letters sent to your unit causing Ebner Properties to issue a 30 day eviction notice on 3/23/2022. Our Attorneys advised us to also issue you a non-renewal of lease letter that was sent to you via Certified Mail on 5/18/2022. 

  You are currently under eviction with Franklin County and awaiting your court date. All future complaints will need to be handled by Attorneys and Franklin County. Please note that if you would like to vacate the unit before receiving your court date, you are able to do so. Ebner Properties would then cancel the eviction with Franklin County upon receiving your unit keys.

   

  Thank you.

  D. West

• Initial Complaint

  04/27/2022

  Complaint Type:

  Order Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

  More info

  I received a 3 day notice to leave the premises on 4/27/2022 that states to vacate the grounds due to non payment of rent or water. Because the company combines rent and water; I never know how much the water bill runs per month. I’ve asked several times about a bill that I may view and/or the water company name. Unfortunately, I have been denied a bill and company name for the water bill. I have paid over the amount every month to catch up a so called $700+ bill and I still have yet to receive a full description of the usage of water and the water company even when given a months itemized statement. In addition, every time it rains my basement floods to about 2 inches of water. I’ve called maintenance several times to correct the issue and I found myself wet vacuuming as well as sanitizing each time this happens. I’ve tried speaking to the corporate office and billing and the end result is the demand to pay a back balance of a water bill plus late fees that i have no idea how much water is being used. Someone please help. If I have to vacate the premises; where am I going to go? I appreciate your help in advance on this matter. Sincerely, ******* ******

  

  Business response

  05/04/2022

  Good afternoon.

  I have contacted your water/sewer provider regarding your monthly water bills. Please see the attached letter stating that all monthly bills are being sent to your address. They have also provided an online link that you can create an account and check your water billing each month. Please note that our main office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm. You are able to come to our office and request the total amount owed each month. You are also able to reach us at (614) 231-3646. 

  We have contacted your property regarding your basement leak. They have stated that the water is coming through your basement window well when it rains. Your manager provided all residents a letter stating that all gutter will be replaced if damaged starting this summer. A letter will be sent to your unit with the start date of repairs. 

  All monies that are paid to your account will pay the past due debt before paying the current. Any amount over $50 will create a penalty fee on your account if the balance is not paid in full by the 5th of each month.

  Thank you.

  ** ****

  Customer response

  05/12/2022

  [A default letter is provided here which indicates your acceptance of the business's response.  If you wish, you may update it before sending it.]
  
  Better Business Bureau:
  
  I accept the business's response to resolve this complaint.
  Regards,
  
  ******* ******

• Initial Complaint

  03/02/2022

  Complaint Type:

  Billing Issues

  Status:

  Resolved

  More info

  Water bills are too high

  

  Business response

  03/25/2022

  
  Date: Fri, Mar 25, 2022 at 10:22 AM
  Subject: Compliant ID - 16826988 
  
  

  
  
  

  Good afternoon Stephanie.

   

  Thank you again for the phone call this morning. It was a pleasure speaking to you.

   

  I have decided on behave of Ebner Properties to average Mr. *********’s water/sewage bills based on 2021 usage. The average was $20 per month. I have made the corrections on his account ledger which I have attached. Ebner Properties is willing to give a $$237.74 credit on his account to finalize the dispute.

   

  I am unable to get on the complaint to make the updated offer. As per our conversation, if you could update our response to finalize this complaint, I would so greatly appreciate it.

   

  Thank you again and have a great Friday.

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