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Landlord Tenant Dispute
There is no end to the disputes that can arise
between landlords and tenants. To prevent most of these, it
is in the best interest of both parties to have a well-constructed
lease in place (although it is worth noting that no lease can
override a state's landlord/tenant laws). A lease protects
the rights of both parties, and if both parties read it and sign
it, it is assumed that both understand what it says and landlord
tenant disputes should be limited.
Landlord/tenant laws vary from state to state, but
in all states, tenants and landlords each have specific
responsibilities. In general, these are:
A landlord must provide a habitable property for
the tenant. This includes heat and running water.
A landlord must make and pay for repairs due to
ordinary wear and tear.
A landlord cannot turn off a tenant's water,
electricity or gas, even if the rent is not paid.
A landlord must give written notice to the tenants
when ownership of the property is transferred to a new owner.
A landlord cannot discriminate when leasing a
property.
A landlord must return the tenant's security
deposit within the legal timeframe or tell the tenant in writing
why the deposit is not being returned.
A tenant must pay the rent on time.
A tenant must take reasonable care not to damage
the property.
A tenant must not sublet the property without the
landlord's permission.
It is also a good idea for both parties to put all
correspondence in writing in case a dispute winds up in court.
If you are in a landlord tenant dispute, contact
us. Landlord tenant laws vary from state to
state, and it is vital to have a lawyer who knows the laws in your
state. We will put you in touch with one. Our rates are very
reasonable, and we know how to win landlord tenant dispute cases.
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