Landlords & Tenants

Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines in Your State

Learn about your state's laws.

Deducting Cleaning and Repairs Costs From a Security Deposit

Landlords may use security deposits to pay for repairs due to damage or excessive filth, but not for ordinary wear and tear.

Choosing Tenants: Avoid Fair Housing Complaints and Lawsuits

Antidiscrimination laws limit the tenants you can accept and reject.

When Should a Landlord Hire a Lawyer?

In some situations, property owners can benefit from a lawyer's help. Learn when to consult an attorney.

How to Screen and Select Tenants FAQ

Check tenants' credit and avoid legal trouble over discrimination.

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.

Landlord-Tenant Statutes, State-by-State

To help you research your state laws, here's a listing of landlord-tenant codes for every state.

State Laws on Landlord's Access to Rental Property

State rules on when and how landlords may enter tenant rental units.

State Laws on Unconditional Quit Terminations

State rules on when a landlord can order a tenant to move out on short notice.

Criminal Acts and Activities: Landlord Liability FAQ

Landlords have some degree of legal responsibility to protect their tenants from assailants, thieves, and fellow tenants.

Housing Discrimination Complaints: What Landlords Need to Know

Before you place an ad online or advertise a vacancy, it is crucial that you understand fair housing laws and what you can say and do when selecting tenants.

State Laws on Landlord's Access to Rental Property

State rules on when and how landlords may enter tenant rental units.