Mold can be a serious problem—it can cause health issues, it can be difficult to detect, and it can be expensive to remove. Although not...

Renting to roommate tenants, or “co-tenant renters” can be more challenging than renting to a single tenant or family. Renting to multiple, unrelated tenants raises...

Noise issues are among the most common tenant complaints to landlords. Generally, soundproofing an apartment is not required in building codes, but tenants do have...

Having multiple qualified applicants vying for a rental unit is great, but it can also be a trap for the unwary. The Fair Housing Act...

Most landlords are aware they could be liable for injuries and damages resulting from unsafe conditions on their property. Typical examples include a tenant slipping...

Receiving late rent payments from tenants can be frustrating, especially when it happens month after month. Despite promising to pay rent by a certain date,...

When determining a fair market rent for a property, one useful resource is the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The agency typically...

Real estate investments present a tremendous opportunity for profit, but only for those with the time and money required to get involved. Because most investors...

No matter where you go, you'll encounter odd laws and regulations when it comes to property. Strange rental and ownership laws have created conflicts around...

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