Antique Store Drama Update

@kareng (59052)
United States
May 15, 2024 9:40pm CST
As you all know, I gave my 30 day notice at the beginning of the month. I wanted to get out of there ASAP and asked for the month of rent to be pro-rated if I moved out by May 15th. The owner agreed, but could not figure out how to do that with her computer software for the store. Maybe she had a problem with it but she could have done that offline and we would be done with all of this. Since I had to pay full price for the whole month of rent, I will not move out until the end of the month. I knew she would be itching to rent the space out to the next unsuspecting person. Today I went in to give her my check for the rent. She asked me if I had brought boxes to start packing . I told her no, that I had too much going on right now to deal with packing but I may start next week or wait until the last week of the month. My hunch was apparently right that she was ready to get another vendor in and take their money. I can't wait to get out of there and write some reviews to give new potential vendors a head's up about that place! How was your day today? Photo Credit: Pixabay, Public Domain
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19 responses
• United States
16 May
I'd wait until the last minute to move out too
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
She had some nerve. My husband could not believe she actually asked me that.
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@LadyDuck (470492)
• Switzerland
16 May
WELL DONE! Now she cannot rent until you move out your things.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
That's right! And I won't be back in there tomorrow or Wednesday. It will all depend on IF I can get in the store I went to last Friday. It is looking like the best option right now. I will be making some more phone calls tomorrow to see if anyone else has open space. I actually met the manager at the store across the street Sunday at the flea market. They have a long waiting list.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
23 May
@LadyDuck I don't know if I even trust them to pay me at this point.
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@LadyDuck (470492)
• Switzerland
21 May
@kareng - Let's hope you can find a place where to move before the end of the month. In the meantime I wish you to make good sales at the other place.
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@wolfgirl569 (104994)
• Marion, Ohio
16 May
Glad you are making her wait
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I guess they think everyone is an idiot. But not being able to figure out 1/2 month rent giving excuse of not knowing how to do that on computer program is about as stupid as they come. She made that decision.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@wolfgirl569 Of course not! But she sure was ready to rent that space back out for the last 2 weeks of the month!
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@wolfgirl569 (104994)
• Marion, Ohio
21 May
@kareng She didn't plan on paying it back
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@1creekgirl (41303)
• United States
19 May
Did I miss a post? What all is going on with your job at the antique store?
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@1creekgirl Yes, I have been looking and will probably go to a store at the opposite end of the street there in same little town. I am waiting for the owner to send me details.
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@1creekgirl (41303)
• United States
21 May
@kareng Bless your heart, all that drama and stress is so unnecessary! I'm glad you're getting away from there. Do you have plans to look for another venue?
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@1creekgirl (41303)
• United States
26 May
@kareng I sure hope it works out well for you!
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@LindaOHio (176200)
• United States
16 May
What's with the turkey? How are your rooster injuries? I hope you find a good spot to rent. Have a good day.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
That's about how pretty the "friend" is. I have nicknamed her "Evil Eye" cause that is all I get from her. Still healing and still have the hematoma. I can stand the pressure of soft patting now to put some makeup on. Hope you have a good week!
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@LindaOHio I hope the weekend makes up for the week, Linda! I'm tired here! This garden is taking a toll on me this year.
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@LindaOHio (176200)
• United States
21 May
@kareng I'm glad you're a bit better. I hope you find a spot soon. Thanks. The week is not good so far!
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@grenery8 (9252)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
17 May
she has a lot of nerve. you did a great thing. sorry that you have to be there for 14 more days
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
Some people have a lot of nerve. I'm sure the friend put her up to saying that.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@grenery8 I don't think she will feel bad about it. She is very much under the influence of this other lady who doesn't give squat about the business, only how much money SHE makes there.
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@grenery8 (9252)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
21 May
@kareng well, for that friend, she will lost you and feel bad about it but it will be too late
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@AmbiePam (91720)
• United States
16 May
I must have missed your news (I was scarce for a few weeks). I’m sorry it came to moving, but good for you for warning people.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
See my reply to Vicki above. I caught her up to speed. I am so happy to get out of that place! Wicked people!
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@AmbiePam (91720)
• United States
21 May
@kareng What an awful situation. I’m glad you stuck around for the month too since she made you pay the whole thing.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
23 May
@AmbiePam They should be happy. Those two are the ones getting all the sales there, both are making several thousand a month in sales. But no, Ms. Evil Eye has to see how many other people she can make miserable. She has a long way to go to learn how to be civil to other people.
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@LeaPea2417 (37333)
• Toccoa, Georgia
16 May
That's sickening how crooked she is.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I know! I will be making a new post on that soon. I have been asking around looking for space and when someone mentions that place, I ask what they know about it. I have had several comments about it and all interesting! I also plan on writing several reviews on the store and how it is run.
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@RasmaSandra (79236)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
16 May
Best of luck to you in getting everything moved out, My day seemed to zip by writing online,
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
Thank you! I am glad your writing went smooth as a breeze!
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@just4him (317012)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
16 May
You go girl! You solidly put her in her place.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I think I will also take a couple of days to move out. Make her wait. They are eager for me to get out, but I'm paid up for the month and that is her fault for not doing the 1/2 month like I asked. Her excuse was a stupid one also--can't figure out how to do that in computer program. Right! She got what she wanted; the whole month of rent from me, so she is stuck with me for the month.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@just4him Right just do it, forget about the computer program--although that is probably an excuse she came up with. It's a one time deal and doesn't happen every day so who cares if the program isn't correct in that area. She knows I'm gone at the end of the month. It won't affect anyone else's records, only mine.
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@just4him (317012)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
21 May
@kareng Yes, it is her fault. If she really wanted to she could have figured it out instead of giving you a lame excuse.
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@Deepizzaguy (101875)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
16 May
I enjoyed my day working on surveys as well as sharing good news and odd stories here.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I am glad you had a good day, George!
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
23 May
@Deepizzaguy You are welcome, George!
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@Deepizzaguy (101875)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
21 May
@kareng Thank you for kind words.
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@dya80dya (36483)
16 May
My day was a bit difficult because I was sick again. I couldn't earn money. I just waited to receive some money and I haven't received anything.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I'm sorry you are sick again and also that your money didn't arrive on time! I hope it has come in by now.
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• Sonora, California
16 May
She doesn't sound to pleasant my day was good, busy as usual...
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
The owner is nice and pleasant--as long as the "friend" is not around. If she is, she can't do anything without the "friend's" approval. So strange and like a high school situation actually.
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• Sonora, California
21 May
@kareng That is strange...Sorry you had to deal with this...
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
23 May
@Michellekidwell From what I heard from another vendor and a past vendor, it has been going on for years there. Go figure.
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@MarieCoyle (36487)
16 May
She sounds so very unpleasant. I am sure you can't wait to be done with that place!
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
25 May
@MarieCoyle She couldn't figure out how to do it in her computer program, but still let the program alone and just DO it!
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I am counting down the days! We will have to go out for a celebration dinner after I get moved out!
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@MarieCoyle (36487)
21 May
@kareng She really doesn't sound nice. And to think she couldn't figure out how to charge you for only a partial month...how does she make change for people? How does she do any type of responsible paperwork there? Unbelievable.
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@snowy22315 (179489)
• United States
16 May
Yes, warm unsuspecting people.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I will as soon as I get out of there.
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@psanasangma (7279)
• India
16 May
Day was good, tired because of travelling
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
Hope you are rested up now!
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@jstory07 (139308)
• Roseburg, Oregon
18 May
Do you have another place to put your stuff.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I think so! I am checking on a couple more places and then getting back to her tomorrow. If not a booth, she takes items on consignment, and I had several things/brands on her list. I can also put some at the flea market with some re-arranging.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
23 May
@jstory07 I'm thinking that would be less hassle too! This store also lists on Ebay, Esty, etc. so that would be another plus!
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@jstory07 (139308)
• Roseburg, Oregon
21 May
@kareng I have stuff on consignment in a store here. I do really good.
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@sallypup (60707)
• Centralia, Washington
16 May
I'm sorry that store was not good for you. I've had a peaceful pretty productive day.
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
It's the people there. The owner is controlled by her "friend" who is just interested in selling her own stuff. Never mind all the people paying rent there.
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• Pakistan
16 May
It sounds like you're navigating a challenging situation with your rental agreement. It's frustrating when agreements don't go as planned, especially when it comes to financial matters like rent. It's understandable that you'd want to maximize your time in the space you're paying for. Hopefully, you'll be able to manage the packing process efficiently when the time comes. It's wise to be cautious about the next steps and to consider leaving reviews to inform others about your experience. Here's hoping for a smooth transition out of there soon!
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@kareng (59052)
• United States
21 May
I can't wait to get out of there!
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