The law specifically acknowledges that any and all rent that is due and owing can be considered a “civil debt”. There is no limitation on a landlord’s ability to sue their tenant to obtain a judgment against them based upon this unpaid rent and to proceed with whatever collection remedies...
Local Laws in Tennessee Many cities in Tennessee have their own landlord-tenant laws in addition to the state requirements. Check your local county and municipality for additional regulations. Nashville Landlord Tenant Rights In Nashville, the Property Standards Division is responsible for enforcing zonin...
Additional Landlord Tenant Regulations in Iowa In addition to having laws that address general issues like repairs and security deposits, most states, including Iowa, grant rights and responsibilities about things like lock changes and a landlord’s right to entry. See the topics below for more inf...
Kentucky laws govern much of the landlord-tenant relationship, including security deposits, late rent, and evictions. Here's a breakdown of key laws that affect nearly all Kentucky landlords and tenants. Rental Application and Tenant Screening Laws Kentucky law regulates very little of the tenant ...
Understanding the essential principles of landlord and tenant laws in Nigeria through judicial decisionsTenancy relationships in Nigeria are largely regulated by statutes. Most of the provisions of these statutes to lawyers and other stakeholders are susceptible to inconsistent interpretations. In recent ...
The Louisiana landlord-tenant law is fairly flexible when it comes to a lease agreement. However, there are many state laws that the landlord and tenant should be aware of before drafting a lease document. Keep in mind that these documents may be adjusted to fit the landlord's needs. ...
While most landlord-tenant law operates on the state level, a few federal laws do cover how landlords and tenants interact. Fair Housing Act TheFair Housing Actbans discrimination in the housing industry — including both the home sale industry and the rental industry — on the basis of seven...
Pennsylvania tenants are subject to landlord-tenant laws even if they don't have leases. Landlords can evict tenants for not paying rent or for illegal activities, among other reasons. Whether the renter has a written lease or no lease, the tenant must s
For those people, leasing and landlord-tenant law become relevant. The attorneys at Wolcott Rivers Gates understand commercial and residential leasing law in Hampton Roads. We represent both landlords and tenants in the negotiation, drafting and enforcement of leases. Whether the transaction or the ...
As a landlord, understanding your rights and all the landlord-tenant laws will help you protect yourself, your rental business and your investment property.