Landlord Obligations and Liability

Fulfilling your responsibilities as a rental property owner (and enforcing your rights as necessary) is key to successful landlording. Here are the basics you need to know. ... Read more

The implied warranty of habitability requires landlords to meet basic standards of livability. ... Read more

Disabled renters have certain legal protections when renting a home or apartment. ... Read more

Landlords should take measures to prevent and eliminate bed bugs in their rental properties, even if no state or local law requires them to take action. ... Read more

Asbestos in a rental isn't always a cause for concern, but landlords might be liable for tenants' asbestos-related injuries in some circumstances. ... Read more

Landlords who complete these rental applicant screening tasks have a good chance of securing high quality tenants for their rentals. ... Read more

Learn what landlords should do to prepare their rentals for new tenants. ... Read more

Learn what questions landlords should—and shouldn't—ask about when someone requests an accommodation for a service, assistance, support, or emotional support animal. ... Read more

All states (except for Arkansas) require landlords to offer and maintain fit and habitable housing. Legislatures and courts are increasingly recognizing that the presence of certain types of ... Read more