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Tenant Rights And Responsibilities
As an apartment renter, you are entitled to certain things and you are also responsible for taking care of other things. Learn what you as a tenant should expect of your landlord, and what your landlord will in turn will expect from you. If you are a good, responsible tenant you will be able to get along with your landlord and maybe even get that security deposit back!

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Tenant's Rights And Responsibilities 
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  2. What is a "nuisance clause" and how can it void my lease? 
  3. If my guests damage the premises, can I be held responsible? 
  4. What are the "common areas" of my building? 
  5. Am I entitled to use the common areas as I please? 
  6. Are my guests allowed to use the common areas? 
Tenant Rights 
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  2. Does the landlord have to deliver the apartment in a certain condition? 
  3. Should I move in if the landlord did not make promised repairs? 
  4. Do I have to give my landlord a key to my apartment? 
  5. Can a landlord enter my apartment at any time? 
  6. Can a landlord make any rule they want regarding pets? 
  7. Can a landlord force me to get rid of my pet? 
  8. Can my landlord force my inoperable vehicle to be moved? 
  9. Can a landlord stop me from installing a satellite dish on my porch? 
  10. Can a landlord stop me from putting up Christmas lights? 
  11. Can a landlord stop me from putting a grill on my balcony? 
  12. Can a landlord limit how many guests I can have to my unit? 
  13. Can a landlord deny certain guests? 
  14. Is there a limit on how long a guest can stay in my place? 
  15. What can I do if I suspect my landlord is discriminating against my guests? 
  16. Can a landlord make new rules and policies that are not on the lease? 
  17. Can a landlord increase my rent during the lease? 
  18. Am I covered by my landlord's insurance policy? 

Popular Questions

  • Can a landlord make any rule they want regarding pets?
  • Can a landlord force me to get rid of my pet?
  • Can a landlord limit how many guests I can have to my unit?
  • Is there a limit on how long a guest can stay in my place?
  • What is a "security deposit"?
  • What are some other monies that a landlord may ask for in addition to the rent?
  • What is the best method to pay my rent money?
Renting Fees 
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  2. Are there limits on application fees? 
  3. When can a landlord keep my application fee? 
  4. What is a "security deposit"? 
  5. What are some other monies that a landlord may ask for in addition to the rent? 
  6. Is there a limit to how much landlords can charge for a security deposit? 
  7. Can my security deposit go to an interest bearing account? 
  8. Can a landlord ask for an extra security deposit from people with children? 
  9. What is the best method to pay my rent money? 

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