Being blacklisted from renting can disrupt your housing plans. Learn the reasons, how to check your status, and ways to resolve the issue effectively. read more
Posts Tagged ‘Landlord Issues’
in Apartment Living on by Cassie Damewood
Tenants have grumbled about their rented homes since the first ‘For Rent’ sign was posted. Complaints have changed over time, but the relationships between landlords, property managers and residents of rentals have always been fraught with difficulties. The Rental Protection Agency (RPA), a national reporting organization that monitors complaints about property managers and landlords in […] read more
During a rental inspection, landlords typically check for cleanliness, damages, and maintenance issues. They'll ensure appliances, plumbing, and electrical systems are in working order and may assess for lease violations like unauthorized pets or modifications. Being prepared can help you pass smoothly! read more
in Legal Issues on by Cassie Damewood
Whether you're new to the tenant scene or you've been renting for the last 20 years, every tenant has rights. Here are the top 5 universal tenant rights throughout the US. 1. Right to a safe living space read more
Learn your rights and options when landlord breaks rental agreement. Take the necessary steps to protect yourself and enforce your lease. read more
The financial pressure that comes from a rent raise can be overwhelming, to say the least. read more
in Apartment Living on by Ramona Branson
Paying your rent on time is one of the basic tenets of adulthood, but sometimes unexpected things pop up that can temporarily derail you. Whether you just got laid off from your job, you were in a car accident and your insurance deductible shot up, or you had to lend a family member some cash […] read more
in Saving Money on by dporder
With the COVID-19 pandemic on the rise again and a second wave rapidly approaching, many of us are out of work and running out of cash with no end in sight. read more
in Legal Issues on by Cassie Damewood
Each state has a different Landlord-Tenant Act designed to protect the rights of both parties in a rental agreement. You'll have to check with the laws for your individual state to find out specifics, but this article covers some general rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants that are mostly consistent from state to state. read more
