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A solid rental contract is invaluable and should spell out the rights of both tenant and landlord. A written, signed agreement will eliminate many headaches in the event of a dispute. Contracts...

A lease agreement outlines the expectations of both the tenant and the landlord. It is a legally binding agreement, according to LawInfo.com. A lease addendum is used to add a missing stipulation...

Identity theft does not only pose a threat to your personal finances, it can damage your reputation as a responsible spender. This can have frustrating consequences when it comes time to apply for...

Typical residential and commercial lease agreements contain language about "reasonable wear and tear." A tenant is not obligated to compensate a landlord for reasonable wear in a leased property....

The lease signed by a landlord and tenant should cover acts of nature. It defines the landlord's rights, as well as the tenant's. Note, though, that local and state laws may differ. To learn about...

If you have received notice that you lost an eviction case, it means that the decision is final and you must move from the premises. Being evicted can be stressful enough, but not having time to...

Discovering that there is asbestos in your apartment after moving in is unsettling. You need to protect your rights, interests ... and your health. You may be debating whether you should contact...

Every year eviction is a common occurrence between landlords and tenants. The difficult economic challenges have meant that the overall numbers of evictions have risen sharply, with sheriffs...

To end a month-to-month tenancy, you must give your landlord written notice before you move. If you do not, you will be responsible for another month's rent after you are gone. As soon as you make...

A joint lease is a rental agreement which has two or more signatories. Often, if there is a dispute or one party wishes to move from the residence early, the party that wants to leave will attempt...

There are many reasons why apartment renters may want to break their lease or end their lease early. For example leasors may have gotten a new job, accepted in to school, or have gotten married. ...

Evicting a tenant who has violated their rental agreement can be a complicated and frustrating process. If you are considering evicting an unwanted tenant, be sure to know your legal rights and...

Wiping an eviction off your record can be a real challenging thing to do. If you don't, credit agencies will keep it on your record for seven to10 years, which may be an imposition for anyone...

Civil lawsuits in court are complex processes that require plenty of knowledge and experience to successfully win. While criminal court deals with violations against the law, civil courts address...

If you live in Alabama, your landlord can terminate your rental agreement for property damage, not following rules in the agreement, or nonpayment of rent. If you don't pay your rent, the landlord...

All renters have certain rights and protections. For instance, the federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination, and generally landlords must maintain rental property in a habitable...

Unlike most states that adopted a version of the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, California enacted rental laws that provide more significant rights and protections to a tenant....

With the foreclosure crisis, a significant number of tenants found themselves evicted from their homes with little to no notice. These are renters who were unaware that the property owner was...

Commercial renters's rights arise mostly from the terms negotiated in the lease agreement, but state and federal laws may provide certain additional rights as well. Rights stemming from the rental...

Rent control laws limit the amount landlords can charge tenants for rent. Rent control laws also affect how much rent may can increase from year to year. In the U.S., there are no federal or state...

Eviction is a term best summarized with a trio of frightening words: vacate the premises. In tough economic times, many families are being forced from their homes. Often, landlords are justified...

Businesses of all types make significant investments in the property in which they operate, even if they are leasing the premises. Consequently, people and businesses that lease commercial...

Landlords should think twice before taking eviction matters into their own hands. Loud parties or late rent is not an excuse for a landlord to turn off the water or change the locks. It's...

Although most mold growth is harmless, a few varieties can cause severe health problems. While there exists some debate about exactly what level of harm exposure to mold can cause, the potential...

In most states, tenants do not have the right to break a lease except for good cause. Remember, your lease is a binding contract between you and your landlord, and if you wish to break the lease,...

In the eyes of the residential tenant, one of the sexiest affirmative defenses to an eviction for the non-payment of rent is a claim that the landlord has failed to adequately maintain the...

Even when the residential tenant timely serves the statutory notice complaining about the landlord’s failure to maintain the premises, Florida Statute § 83.60 mandates that, in an eviction...

Florida Statute § 83.56(5) provides, in pertinent part, that: “If the landlord accepts rent with actual knowledge of a noncompliance by the tenant or accepts performance by the tenant of any...

Most landlords, prior to preparing the 3 Day Eviction Notice, realize that it is a good idea to review the residential lease to determine the amount of rent that should be includied in the notice...

Writing a letter to your landlord can keep your rights intact and your home calm and stress free. Working with your landlord to keep rental property in functional condition will benefit both you...

Also referred to as a lease agreement, a rent agreement is a document outlining the terms and conditions under which a tenant rents a property from a landlord. Unlike an oral agreement, a written...

Throughout the United States the laws governing rental agreements in each of the 50 states are relatively uniform. Many states have adopted what is known as the Uniform Residential Landlord and...

It is important for tenants in any state to have a basic understanding of their state's laws governing renters' rights. Illinois renters should be familiar with that state's laws, know their...

As a resident of the Sunshine State facing the prospect of being evicted from your home, you may be wondering how to get government help with an eviction in Florida. There are a number of...

Tenants' rights lawyers provide invaluable assistance to renters who are facing legal issues arising out of their legal relationship with a landlord. In a typical community, there commonly are a...

Vermont renter's rights laws set forth specific protections for tenants. If a landlord violates any one of these rights, the tenant can take legal action against a landlord in the Superior Court...

Eviction is an all too common occurrence among American tenants and landlords. It's very important to keep accurate and detailed records of rent payments, complaints and lease agreements.

There are many landlord now renting real estate that seem to believe that their only obligation in the landlord tenant relationship is to collect the rent. As a result, such landlords are utterly...

Consider the following scenario: You are renting a nice house in a decent neighborhood. You like the schools for your minor children and it is really close to your job. You have struggled with...

Most landlords in Florida collect from their tenants a security deposit and advance rent before the tenant steps even one foot in the rental property. The purpose of the security deposit is to...

In 1972, the federal Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act was written to govern residential landlord and tenant interactions. The act is not designed for commercial, industrial or...

The Rent Control Act of 2009, also known as the Republic Act (RA) Number 9653, is a legislative act signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo that creates a year-long moratorium on increasing...

Business tenants have rights to their property that stem from their lease agreement, and state and federal law. State laws vary depending on what state you live in, but most states provide many of...

In the event that you have been served an eviction notice and missed your hearing, follow these steps to ensure that you are not unlawfully evicted. Although at this stage of the game the courts...

Renters' rights in Oregon are found in the state's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. The act includes everything from a tenant's rights to peaceful possession of the premises to her rights in...

Most Americans rent with a written lease, although in some instances the lease is made orally. While it is never advisable to enter an oral agreement, understanding your rights under such a lease...

Renters have legal rights spelled out in their lease or rental agreement, and they also have legal rights provided by state and federal law. Some local governments even provide their own renter...

There is more than one way to terminate a lease. The type of lease determines the methods available for termination. Some leases permit automatic termination while others require affirmative steps...

Many Americans rent property. Despite this, few tenants are aware of their rights and responsibilities regarding damage and repairs to the property. Whether the damage is as minor as a carpet...

Living in an apartment or rental home that lacks wheelchair accessibility affects people with permanent or even temporary disabilities. Although it is easy to foresee a lack of wheelchair access...