Renter’s Advice and Resources
Noisy Neighbors: What to Do After Multiple Complaints and No Resolution
· Nov 5, 2020
Dealing with noisy neighbors can be frustrating, especially after multiple complaints with no resolution. This guide outlines the steps you can take if your efforts to address noise disturbances haven’t worked, including how to escalate the issue to your landlord, involve law enforcement, or pursue legal action if necessary.
Nothing is certain in the time of COVID-19. With cases skyrocketing in parts of the US and federal rent protections ending soon, we’re seeing millions of out-of-work renters being forced to contend with the real possibility of an impending eviction. To make matters worse
· Jul 30, 2020
Discover the top 7 ways landlords may be breaking the law and violating your lease agreement. Learn your rights as a tenant and how to take action against unfair practices.
· Mar 31, 2020
Learn how to handle the situation when there’s no hot water. Find out your rights as a tenant and how to address this issue with your landlord.
· Oct 17, 2019
Learn how to legally break your lease for security and safety reasons, including the steps to take and your rights as a tenant to ensure your protection.
· Sep 17, 2019
People choose to sublet their apartments for a number of reasons. Perhaps they’re going away for a long holiday or returning home from school for the summer. Any time you’re going to be living elsewhere for an extended period of time is a good time to consider subletting your apartment.
· Oct 12, 2017
If you’re living in an apartment that’s been damaged by water, it’s important to understand your tenant rights. From repair responsibilities to potential rent reductions, knowing what you’re entitled to can help protect your living situation. This guide covers everything tenants need to know about handling water damage in rental properties and ensuring their rights are upheld.
· Aug 31, 2017
Apartment repairs are often the reason why tenants move out, or get evicted. A related problem is when the landlord uses repairs as an excuse to gain entry into the apartment, more than what’s necessary or reasonable. The cost of repairs, the extent of them, and the ability to gain entry to make repairs are […]
· Jul 21, 2010
Your state rental laws may require your landlord to maintain the apartment and make repairs. Even if your lease doesn’t state it, landlord tenant laws recognize an “implied warranty of habitability”, which means that the landlord must keep your apartment in a livable condition. However, you may have a responsibility as a tenant to maintain […]
· May 21, 2010