Legal Issues
Why You Should Ask for a Rent Receipt
· Oct 4, 2009
Receiving a rent receipt should be a normal part of your interaction with your landlord. Among other things, it protects your reputation and your credit rating. Rental Agreement Execution A rental agreement is a legal document expressing the terms related to renting your apartment. Once signed, it is executed, according to those terms. One of […]
Tenants should know the details of rent control in San Francisco. As with many other things, knowing your rights as a renter will help you avoid trouble with your landlord. What Is Rent Control? Rent control is a restriction that prevents rents from being raised more than a certain amount every year, and it is […]
· Oct 2, 2009
If you have a late rent payment, or can’t pay your rent at all, it may be time to consider rent assistance. There are different programs available to U.S. citizens that can provide assistance in these tough economic times. Public Housing Program The Public Housing Program is offered through HUD (Department of Housing and Urban […]
· Sep 30, 2009
Rent control in Los Angeles covers most of the rental property in the city, provided the property was built before November 1978 or a certificate of operation was issued before that date. Coverage is applicable to any property with two ore more rental units. The following information shows you how the program works and what considerations must […]
· Sep 29, 2009
Many people end up with roommate situations that don’t last the length of the lease they signed. Changing the names on the rental agreement is possible, provided you follow the appropriate steps. It’s not as easy to switch housemates as asking one to move out and another to move in. The landlord has to give […]
· Sep 26, 2009
A rental lease can be terminated either by the landlord or tenant for many reasons, including when a new tenant rents the apartment or if you and your landlord agree to end the agreement. You have to follow a process, however, if you want to avoid a lawsuit. Here are the steps to take when […]
· Sep 23, 2009
Rent control in New York City can be a tricky thing. Rent controlled apartments are often confused with rent stabilized apartments, and many people don’t really know what either of these terms means. People simply associate them with lower rent, which is a hot commodity in NYC apartment rentals. Rent Controlled Apartments A rent controlled […]
· Sep 23, 2009
Knowing your renter rights will protect you from losing money or getting ripped off. Some landlords tend to violate renter rights in the same ways. Here are some common examples to watch out for: 1. Your Landlord Asks too Much for Deposits Your state’s law sets a limit as to much your landlord is allowed […]
· Sep 22, 2009
Understanding disability laws is crucial for avoiding discrimination when you are apartment hunting. The anti-discrimination laws pertaining to housing are found in the Fair Housing Act (FHA). But other laws, such as the Americans With Disabilities Act, are also useful for fully understanding your rights as a disabled person. The Fair Housing Act and Disability […]
· Sep 20, 2009
Renters insurance protects your personal property when you live in an apartment or other rentals. You alone are responsible for anything that happens to your belongings, not your landlord. Here are some basics to review to help you understand renters insurance: Property Insurance vs. Renters Insurance Your landlord has insurance on your apartment that will […]
· Sep 18, 2009