Can a landlord raise the rent or change other lease terms when the lease automatically renews?
If the lease has an automatic renewal clause, the landlord must notify tenants of any rent increase or other change with enough notice for the tenant to decide whether they want to renew. Consumer Tip: It is a good idea to get a copy of the lease to read in advance so that you can be aware of all of the lease terms including when the rent is due, late fees, procedures for giving notice a the end of the lease, automatic renewal provisions and the return of the security deposit. Also, ask for and read any rules regarding pets, parking, storage areas, noise, trash, maximum number of occupants and move-out procedures. Return to Top Security Deposits What is a security deposit? A security deposit is any money paid by a tenant to a landlord that protects the landlord against damage to the rented property, failure to pay rent, or expenses incurred due to a breach of the lease. How much of a security deposit can a landlord collect? A landlord cannot collect more than two months rent. If the te
