When you rent a place to live, you want to feel safe. At the same time, you also want to feel free to go about your life without others seeing everything that you do. Thus, if a landlord puts up cameras, you might question if they are justified and if they’re even...
Landlords and tenants will sometimes find themselves in disputes over who has to pay for repairs to a space. This can happen to both residential and commercial tenants. The landlord may contest that the tenant damaged the space and should have to repair it, while the...
When dealing with a loud tenant, it is important for a landlord to take appropriate action to address the issue promptly and effectively. Whether you have noticed the noise yourself or you have been notified of a problem via a noise complaint, there are certain...
Once the dangers of tobacco became well known, researchers and safety experts began warning the public of not only the direct consumption of tobacco products but also secondhand exposure. Those in close proximity to others ingesting tobacco products can end up...
Pets can benefit individuals and families alike. They can provide companionship, entertainment, protection and specific kinds of support. As a result, it can be difficult for renters when they learn that they are not permitted the freedom to own pets in the same ways...
Tenants have to follow their lease agreements when living in apartments. Many lease agreements have very basic and universal terms. But, some landlords may be particular and include unique terms in a lease. To ensure that a lease agreement is being followed, it may be...
While most landlord-tenant arrangements work well, without any major issues on either end, sometimes problems can occur. Understanding the likely causes of problems allows both parties to act to reduce the chance it happens to them. Here are two to consider: 1. People...
Whether you are a landlord or a potential tenant, you must ensure your lease agreement is adequate before signing it. It’s far simpler to make adjustments or walk away now than to deal with problems arising from an inadequate or misunderstood agreement. Here are some...
As a landlord, it can be very frustrating when you rent a property you own, and your tenant does not pay their rent or is late paying their rent. It can be a delicate situation, especially if you like your tenant and know they care about your property and keep it neat...
Finding housing in New York can be a challenge. For those who are undocumented and for minorities, the challenge can be even greater. New York law has specific laws that explicitly forbid discrimination on things like race, nationality, immigration status and similar...
