Description

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Rent smart with the definitive all-in-one book for every tenant Every Tenant's Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information you need to deal with your landlord and other tenants, and protect your rights when things go wrong. Written in plain English, it shows you how to: . inspect a place before you move in
. negotiate a lease or rental agreement
. put roommate relationships on a sound legal footing
. understand key rules on rent increases and rent control
. get needed repairs and maintenance
. protect your privacy
. fight illegal discrimination
. break a lease with minimum financial liability
. get your security deposit back
. understand and prepare for eviction proceedings
This edition of Every Tenant's Legal Guide comes complete with forms, as well as charts that help you find and understand the latest laws of your state. Plus, get timely information about bedbugs, what to do if you're caught in foreclosure, and new protections for victims of domestic violence.

About the Author

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As Nolo's managing editor, Portman oversees editorial work on all Nolo books. She specializes in residential and commercial landlord/tenant law, legal issues related to courts, landlords and tenants, and neighbor disputes. She is the author or co-author of Every Landlord's Legal Guide, Every Landlord's Guide to Finding Great Tenants, Every Tenant's Legal Guide, Renters' Rights, Negotiate the Best Lease for Your Business, Leases & Rental Agreements, The California Landlord's Law Book and California Tenants' Rights. Portman received undergraduate and graduate degrees from Stanford University and a law degree from Santa Clara University. Before joining Nolo in 1994, she practiced law as a public defender.Stewart writes and edits books on landlord-tenant law, real estate, and other consumer issues. She is the co-author of First-Time Landlord, Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home, Every Landlord's Legal Guide, Every Tenant's Legal Guide, Leases and Rental Agreements, and Renters' Rights.

Praise For…

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" This superb book is written primarily for residential tenants, landlords should read it, too... On my scale of 1 to 10, this outstanding book rates an off-the-chart 12. " - Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist