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Landlord Tenant Disputes<\/h1>\n
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Welcome to FindLaw’s Real Estate Center’s Landlord -Tenant Disputes section. Disputes between landlords and tenants range from upkeep and repair issues to nonpayment of rent and potential eviction.<\/p>\r\n

The terms of the lease of any rental agreement form the basis of any landlord-tenant relationship. Landlords and Tenants should understand their obligations and responsibilities through a lease agreement.<\/p>\r\n

State, local and federal law often gives more protections, such as the "implied warranty of habitability<\/a>."<\/p>\r\n

This article will explore common landlord-tenant disputes.<\/p>\r\n

The Lease Agreement<\/h2>\r\n

The starting place for resolving a landlord-tenant dispute is the lease agreement. Do not rely on an oral agreement whether you are the landlord or the tenant. Memories are fallible, so make sure always to use a written agreement. The parties should turn to the lease to support their positions in a dispute.<\/p>\r\n

Remember, lease agreements are a contract between two or more parties and are legally binding. This means you agree to follow all the terms when signing a lease. If the dispute goes to court, the court will rely on the agreement in deciding the case.<\/p>\r\n

Common Landlord-Tenant Disputes<\/h3>\r\n

A few areas for common landlord-tenant disputes include the following:<\/p>\r\n