Every Landlord's Legal Guide (eBook)

Every landlord and property manager needs to know the laws in their state in order to run a successful business, stay out of legal trouble with tenants, and minimize lawyer fees. This book provides comprehensive state-specific information and dozens of legal forms that the millions of U.S. landlords and property managers need—all for the price of less than 30 minutes of a typical lawyer’s time.

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Every Landlord's Legal Guide gives landlords and property managers the legal and practical solutions they need to rent residential property right. From move-in to move-out, this book covers a wide range of issues, including fair housing, repairs, sublets, screening for good tenants, environmental hazards such as mold and bedbugs, and evictions. Handy 50-state charts list specific laws for each state.



Nolo's bestselling Every Landlord's Legal Guide helps landlords and managers:



screen and choose tenants

prepare leases and rental agreements

make security deposit deductions

avoid discrimination charges

keep up with repairs and maintenance

hire a property manager

minimize liability for personal injury lawsuits,

handle broken leases and terminations, and

deal with problem tenants.



This book provides over 30 forms landlords and managers need, including state-specific leases and rental agreements. This (14th) edition is completely revised with the latest in federal and state laws, including updated rules on evictions and terminations.