The only book of its kind, Every Tenant's Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information you need (plus dozens of sample letters and forms) to find and keep a great home and landlord. Learn your rights -- whether it comes to pets, guests, deposits, or privacy -- including how to:
get your landlord to make repairs by using rent withholding or repair-and-deduct
avoid disputes with roommates over rent, deposits, guests, and noise
fight illegal discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment
deal with hazards like lead paint, mold or bedbugs
break a lease with minimum liability, and
get your security deposit returned on time.
The 9th edition of Every Tenant's Legal Guide includes the latest laws of your state -- from security deposit rules to termination notice requirements. The book also includes expanded sections on tenant rights regarding sublets (including through Airbnb-type services), using marijuana in the rental, and self advertising (how social media can help landlords find you).
Included Forms
Looking for a place to rent
Rental Priorities Worksheet
Apartment-Finding Service Checklist
Rental Application
Applying for a rental and moving in
Consent to Background and Reference Check
Receipt and Holding Deposit Agreement
Landlord-Tenant Checklist
Agreement Regarding Tenant Improvements to Rental Unit
The only book of its kind, Every Tenant's Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information you need (plus dozens of sample letters and forms) to find and keep a great home and landlord. Learn your rights -- whether it comes to pets, guests, deposits, or privacy -- including how to:
get your landlord to make repairs by using rent withholding or repair-and-deduct
avoid disputes with roommates over rent, deposits, guests, and noise
fight illegal discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment
deal with hazards like lead paint, mold or bedbugs
break a lease with minimum liability, and
get your security deposit returned on time.
The 9th edition of Every Tenant's Legal Guide includes the latest laws of your state -- from security deposit rules to termination notice requirements. The book also includes expanded sections on tenant rights regarding sublets (including through Airbnb-type services), using marijuana in the rental, and self advertising (how social media can help landlords find you).
Included Forms
Looking for a place to rent
Rental Priorities Worksheet
Apartment-Finding Service Checklist
Rental Application
Applying for a rental and moving in
Consent to Background and Reference Check
Receipt and Holding Deposit Agreement
Landlord-Tenant Checklist
Agreement Regarding Tenant Improvements to Rental Unit