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\n \n Landlord-Tenant Law\n <\/h1>\n \n Landlord-tenant law covers landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities regarding a rental property. \n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Most lease agreements outline most of these rights. A landlord’s rights include receiving a security deposit, timely rent payments, and tenant upkeep of the rental unit. A tenant’s rights include a habitable place to live.<\/p>\n

Certain federal laws cover other tenants’ rights, including freedom from housing discrimination. Federal law also imposes some responsibilities on landlords, including lead-paint disclosures.<\/p>\n

This article explains some basics of landlord-tenant law. Use the menus below to navigate to the most relevant topic, or scroll down to learn more about landlord-tenant issues, legal rights, and more.<\/p>\n

For legal advice tailored to your situation and state and local laws, contact a landlord-tenant attorney near you<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Rental and Lease Agreements\n \n <\/i>\n <\/span>\n <\/button>\n <\/h2>\n \n