The Vack Group – A Cautionary Tale for Tenants in Wisconsin
Are you thinking of renting from VACK Group LLC in Wisconsin? You may want to read this first.
This site is a public resource created to document and share real experiences from tenants who’ve dealt with VACK Group and its representatives. It exists solely to inform others and help protect renters from facing similar issues.
🚫 Why You Should Think Twice Before Renting from VACK Group
- Appliances not repaired, despite being the landlord’s responsibility. A broken washer remained unfixed even though it was covered under warranty. The tenant was left to handle it and eventually had to buy a replacement out of pocket.
- Repeated HVAC issues with no timely response, despite multiple complaints.
- Dishwasher leaked and destroyed the kitchen floor before they replaced it. Several earlier repair requests were ignored.
- Rent increases over 10% per year were attempted, with no corresponding property improvements or maintenance.
- Security deposit withheld illegally. Funds were taken for bills the tenant had already paid directly, followed by false statements made to state authorities.
- Landlord attempted to change locks before lease ended. Entered the property without the legally required notice.
- When confronted, the landlord submitted false claims to government agencies and became combative when the truth was revealed.
- Using AI-generated photos to mislead potential renters
📢 Know Your Rights – Wisconsin Tenant Law (in plain English)
Wisconsin law protects renters from shady practices like these. Here's what you should know:
- 🔐 Entry Notice (Wis. Stat. § 704.05(2))
- Landlords must give at least 12 hours’ notice before entering a rental unit. Showing up without warning or changing locks before the lease ends is illegal.
- 💰 Security Deposit Deductions (Wis. Admin. Code § ATCP 134.06)
- Landlords may only deduct from your security deposit for:
- Unpaid rent
- Damage beyond normal wear and tear
- Unpaid utilities only if they are in the landlord’s name
- They cannot withhold money for:
- Bills you’ve already paid
- Future/estimated costs
- Normal cleaning or carpet wear
- If they withhold money illegally, you can sue for double the amount they kept, plus court costs.
- Landlords may only deduct from your security deposit for:
- 📬 21-Day Rule
- Landlords must return your security deposit, or send a written list of deductions, within 21 days of your move-out. No exceptions.
📎 Have a Story to Share?
If you’ve had a bad experience with VACK Group or Kashyap, you’re not alone. Email us at info@thevackgroupsucks.com to share your experience and help protect others.
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