New Jersey Landlord-Tenant Law

Overview of Landlord-Tenant Laws in New Jersey

Use this summary to start your research of key landlord-tenant laws in New Jersey.

New Jersey Notice Requirements to Terminate a Month-to-Month Tenancy

Find out New Jersey rules for how much notice you (and your landlord) must give each other to end a month-to-month tenancy.

Tenant's Right to Break a Rental Lease in New Jersey

Learn when and how tenants may legally break a lease in New Jersey and how to limit liability for rent through the end of the lease term.

Top 10 Landlord Legal Responsibilities in New Jersey

New Jersey landlords must follow specific state (as well as federal, and often local) rules when it comes to renting to tenants. Landlord-tenant law in New Jersey covers everything from questions you include on a rental application to how and when you can increase rent or terminate a tenancy. Failure

Filing a Security Deposit Lawsuit in New Jersey Small Claims Court

Here’s an overview of the steps involved with filing a security deposit lawsuit in New Jersey.

The Eviction Process in New Jersey: Rules for Landlords and Property Managers

A landlord must follow specific rules and procedures when attempting to evict a tenant in New Jersey.

New Jersey Late Fees, Termination for Nonpayment of Rent, and Other Rent Rules

Find out New Jersey rent rules, including limits on late fees and bounced check fees, notice required to increase the rent or end the tenancy for nonpayment of rent, and rent control.

Eviction Notices for Nonpayment of Rent in New Jersey

Landlords have the option of evicting a tenant who is late in paying rent in New Jersey. Here’s how.

New Jersey Rules Regarding Mold in Rental Properties

Here's what New Jersey landlords (and tenants) need to know about mold and the law.

New Jersey Landlord's Guide to Security Deposit Disputes in Small Claims Court

Even the most meticulous landlord may be sued by a tenant over the return of a security deposit.

New Jersey Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines

A breakdown of New Jersey landlord-tenant laws on security deposits.