We’ve put together this breakdown of the key things landlords should know about Ohio landlord-tenant laws.
Overview of Landlord-Tenant Laws in Ohio
Both landlords and tenants should be able to deal with many legal questions and problems without a lawyer, once they understand the basics of state law. This overview of key landlord-tenant laws in Ohio will get you started. Required Landlord Disclosures in Ohio Under Ohio law, landlords must disclose
Ohio Notice Requirements to Terminate a Month-to-Month Tenancy
Find out Ohio rules for how much notice you (and your landlord) must give each other to end a month-to-month tenancy.
Handling a Tenant's Abandoned Property in Ohio
Whether a tenant moves out voluntarily or after an eviction, you may find yourself not only cleaning up and repairing damage, but also dealing with personal property left behind. Usually, this will just be trash that the tenant doesn’t want, such as old wine bottles, food, and newspapers. When it’s
Eviction Notices for Nonpayment of Rent in Ohio
Landlords have the option of evicting a tenant who is late in paying rent in Ohio. Here’s how.
The Eviction Process in Ohio: Rules for Landlords and Property Managers
A landlord can evict a tenant in Ohio for not paying rent or violating the lease, among other reasons. Before evicting the tenant, the landlord must first terminate the tenancy and give the tenant notice asking the tenant to vacate the rental unit. If the tenant does not move out, then the landlord can
Top 10 Landlord Legal Responsibilities in Ohio
Running a rental property business in Ohio entails many legal responsibilities—from how you choose tenants to how and when you return security deposits. Ignorance of the law can cost landlords plenty—for example, if you need to hire an attorney to defend you against a tenant’s discrimination complaint.
Ohio Rules Regarding Mold in Rental Properties
Here's what Ohio landlords (and tenants) need to know about mold and the law.
Ohio 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.
Ohio Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines
A breakdown of Ohio landlord-tenant laws on security deposits.