Misc. Definitions:
"Abandoned property" defined. "Abandoned property" means property which is left unattended on the premises after the termination of the tenancy, unless the owner of the property has expressed an …
more
What Can Be Done About Noisy Neighbors?
Tenants are entitled to the quiet use and enjoyment of the premises, however a landlord is not necessarily responsible for the acts of neighbors and other tenants. If tha landlord has …
more
Legal Articles
The Legalities of Living with a Roommate
Living with a roommate can make good financial sense and be a lot of fun. However, like all relationships, there are times when having a roommate does not work out as it was planned. A roommate might stop paying his or her part of the rent or the utility bills or the roommate may damage the dwelling or create problems with the neighbors. What do you do then? Before you …
more
How to End a Residential Lease Early
Most written residential leases are in effect for a set amount of time such as one year. From a landlord’s perspective this is advantageous because the landlord does not have to think about finding another tenant during the lease term. However, while a tenant may intend to remain in the dwelling for the duration described in the lease, circumstances might change. For …
more
Healthy Homes
This form from the Environmental Protection Agency provides information on keeping a home free of toxins and pollutants.
Are you a Victim of Housing Discrimination?
This form from the Department of Housing and Urban Development provides information about unlawful housing and rental discrimination and contact …
more
How To Get Your Security Deposit Back
For renters, one of the most common questions is how to get back the security deposit at the end of the rental - and how much of it are we entitled to get back? The good news is that state laws usually spell out the answers - (1) the exact number of days within which a landlord must return the security deposit; and (2) what deductions can be made from the deposit. The bad news is that most …
more