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Landlord's legal kit, by Laurence C. Harmon, JD, and Robert S. Griswold, MSBA

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Landlord's legal kit, by Laurence C. Harmon, JD, and Robert S. Griswold, MSBA

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eng

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index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Landlord's legal kit

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1292590929

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by Laurence C. Harmon, JD, and Robert S. Griswold, MSBA

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--For dummies

Summary

Understand landlord's rights and responsibilities. Explore residential property law and recognize tenants' rights. Access 200+ templates, forms and resources online

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- Part 1: Getting started with landlording fundamentals. The legal fundamentals of managing residential rentals ; Protecting your legal assets ; Taking possession of a rental property ; Hiring a property manager -- Part 2: Advertising and taking on new residents legally. Getting current about fair housing ; The legal aspects of advertising ; Rent collection and rent control ; Screening applicants ; Composing your rental contract ; Establishing a security deposit policy ; Moving in a new resident -- Part 3: Recognizing your responsibilities and liabilities. Repairing and maintaining the premises ; Minimizing injuries from potentially dangerous conditions ; Preventing and minimizing hazardous environmental conditions ; Protecting tenants and workers from criminal acts ; Understanding tenants privacy and your right to enter the premises ; Resolving landlord-resident disputes -- Part 4: Changing and ending leases. Handling cotenancies, sublets, assignments, and guests ; Revising and terminating rental contracts ; Moving a resident out -- Part 5: The part of tens. Ten tips for staying out of legal trouble ; Ten tips for being a better landlord

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Landlord's legal kit for dummies

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