What steps can be taken to avoid landlord tenant disputes?
As it often happens, there may come a time during a tenancy when a landlord tenant dispute arises. These disputes can pop up over many different issues including lease agreements, tenant rights, responsibility for repairs to the property, rent, eviction and more. However, in most situations, lawyers and court time should be the last choice for resolving these concerns. There are several helpful hints that can be both landlords and tenants can follow that will help avoid litigation: • Study the lease contract carefully and be well advised of your legal rights and responsibilities according to federal, state and local laws. • If there is a problem on either side, make sure to notify the other party immediately and be open and honest in all your dealings • Be sure to make hard copies and notes of all correspondence regarding any problems with the property or the tenancy. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) maintains a list that has information regarding the
