<prompt> Human: Hi PF, My SO and I have lived in our apartment since May 2013. Our lease started out as 1320 which includes a parking spot - muy importante in our area!. Our 2014 lease renewal increased to 1350. The 2015 lease renewal is now up to 1440. Shitty. Considering when we moved in they didnt change our locks, paint or make any repairs, and our bathroom is basically a contaminated site. They havent done any maintenance since we moved in. Prior to the 2015 Lease renewal notice, I thought I would contact the Building SuperProperty Owner about renovating the bathroom, or wed leave. Now, at 1440, it looks like we have to leave anyway. So the convo is no longer about fixing the bathroom or else, its about lowering the 2015 lease agreement or else were moving out. What Im seeking here are any tips from people who have found themselves in a similar position. What can I saydo to maximize the return on the conversation? Thanks in advance!  <response>: Id start with getting some quotes from similar apartments in your area. If the rates are lower, you have something to use as an argument otherwise youll pretty much just have to choose between moving or staying put. 