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Basics of Landlording
Here are some useful articles and resources on the pros and cons of being a landlord and how to avoid expensive legal mistakes. -
Rental Property Management
Many landlords manage properties on their own, while for others, a resident manager or a property management company makes good business sense.
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Preparing a State Specific Lease or Rental Agreement
State laws cover many terms in leases and rental agreements, such as the amount of the security deposit or notice required for landlords to enter the property. -
The Basics of Leases and Rental Agreements
Learn the difference between a lease and rental agreement, how to set policies on roommates, pets and other issues, and find the best rental forms.
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Terminating a Lease or Rental Agreement FAQ
Learn how to give tenants proper notice to end a lease or rental agreement, or evict if necessary. -
How Evictions Work: Rules for Landlords and Property Managers
An overview of the eviction process, including the termination notices required for different situations.
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Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines in Your State
Learn about your state's laws. -
Get Your Security Deposit Back
Don't let your landlord stiff you -- know the law.
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Choosing Tenants: Avoid Fair Housing Complaints and Lawsuits
Anti-discrimination laws limit the tenants you can accept and reject. -
Fighting Rental Housing Discrimination FAQ
Learn about illegal housing discrimination, including how to file a complaint.
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Repairs, Maintenance, and Entry to Rented Premises
Landlords' duties to repair rental property and to give tenants notice before entering. -
Mold in Rentals: Landlord Liability, Responsibility, and Prevention
Learn about mold in rental units -- your landlord's liability for mold problems, how to get rid of mold, and how to prevent mold in the first place.
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Chart: Landlord-Tenant Statutes, State by State
To help you research your state laws, here's a listing of landlord-tenant codes for the 50 states. -
Chart: Deadline for Returning Security Deposits, State by State
State deadlines for itemizing and returning tenants' security deposits.
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Tenant Injuries: Landlord Liability and Insurance FAQ
Protect yourself from liability from tenant injuries. -
Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ
Landlords have some legal responsibility to protect their tenants from assailants, thieves, and fellow tenants.
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Repairs, Maintenance, and Entry to Rented Premises
Landlords' duties to repair rental property and to give tenants notice before entering. -
Chart: Notice Requirements to Enter Rental Property, State by State
State rules on the amount of notice landlords must give tenants before they enter.
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