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Why Landlords Shouldn't Collect "Last Month's Rent"
Landlords who label part of the deposit they collect as "last month's rent" are limiting the ways in which they can use a deposit. ... READ MORE
What Should Landlords Do When Asked to Accommodate an Assistance, Service, or Support Animal?
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
Medical Marijuana and Rental Properties: Can a Landlord Evict a Tenant?
Landlords don’t have to allow smoking of any substances—including medical marijuana—in their rental property. ... READ MORE
Should Landlords Require Cosigners on Leases and Rental Agreements?
Requiring tenants to have cosigners isn't always worth the extra work for landlords. ... READ MORE
Advance Rental Income, Security Deposits, and Taxes
Whether a tenant's payment is considered advance rent or a security deposit can have important tax implications for landlords. ... READ MORE
Landlord Liability for Toxic and Black Mold
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 mold might violate the landlord’s duty. ... READ MORE
Should Landlords Charge Pet Deposits and Pet Fees?
Pet deposits and fees aren't always the best option for covering the cost of pet-related damage—and they might even be illegal. ... READ MORE
Can Landlords Charge Tenants for Ordinary Wear and Tear?
Landlords may use tenants’ security deposits to pay for damage that goes beyond ordinary wear and tear. ... READ MORE
How to Terminate a Residential Lease or Rental Agreement
How to terminate a tenancy depends on many factors, such as the type of tenancy, the timing of termination, and the reason for termination. ... READ MORE
Leasing a Mobile Home or Space in a Mobile Home Park: Legal Issues
Unlike typical U.S. homes, mobile homes may involve renting only the land, or the land plus the mobile home that sits on it. Learn the details here. ... READ MORE
 

More For Landlords Topics

Collecting and Returning Security Deposits
Common Landlord Questions
Evicting a Tenant or Ending a Lease
Landlord Obligations and Liability
Landlord’s Guide to Rental Repairs and Maintenance Requirements
Managing Rental Applications and Tenant Screening Laws
Managing Your Landlord Business

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