Question: In several months, my tenant’s initial one-year fixed-term lease will end. What are my options for offering a renewal lease or terminating the tenancy? This property is subject to…
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Question: My tenant has let me know (in writing) that they will move out when their one-year fixed-term lease will expire. This is my first tenant and I know the…
Question: My tenant is complaining about mold in a closet and bathroom. I believe they are not using the bathroom fan or opening the window. What should I do?
This time of year, landlords with properties subject to the Tenant Protection Act may find themselves scratching their heads while they search for an important number issued by the government.
Question: My tenant did not pay rent this month. This has never happened before, and I don’t know what to do.
Question: My new tenant hasn’t returned the move-in form yet, what is the legal deadline?
Questions: I am preparing a lease for my new tenants. I have a few questions about changes in lease and security deposit law.
Question: My tenant is in the middle of a one-year fixed-term lease (it started Aug. 1, 2025). The refrigerator and stove were not included at move-in, so the tenant provided…
Question: The property has never been in Section 8. Don’t landlords have to apply for this program before accepting applicants from this program? Do Section 8 tenants pay a security deposit? …
Question: My tenant is not agreeing to a pre-moveout walkthrough. He wants to schedule a final walkthrough after he gives the keys back. How can I enter the unit before…
