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As a renter, you have a reasonable expectation of privacy, but your landlord also has a right to enter the property to perform general maintenance, provide for the safety of occupants and show the property to potential buyers. Many tenants are unclear about the laws...
When you lease an apartment, you do so for a specified amount of time, usually a year. But what happens if circumstances arise that make it necessary for you to move out ahead of time? For instance, you may receive a promotion that requires you to relocate. Or your...
Knowing that you have past-due bills to pay can create uncertainty as you try to figure out the best way to catch up. Receiving non-stop requests from lenders for repayment can only exacerbate the issue. While it is not illegal for debt collectors to contact you...
All Maryland businesses that offer product warranties must adhere to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Enacted in 1975 and codified in Title 15 of the United States Code, the law sets federal standards for warranties. Note, however, that the statute only applies to...
Throughout Maryland, motor vehicles in all shapes, sizes and conditions are available for sale. Unfortunately, certain sellers might try and succeed at selling a car to a customer that the consumer doesn't know is in bad shape. This situation is otherwise known as...
Landlords have a legal responsibility to keep the property in a habitable condition. If the landlord or property manager fails to make necessary repairs in a timely manner, Maryland tenants may have recourse. Failure to follow the proper channels and simply...
Finding a reliable and inexpensive pre-owned vehicle might be difficult, but some Maryland consumers can't always pass up a deal for a particular model. An outstanding lease special delivers little benefit when the engine won't start or the transmission won't shift to...
Maryland law allows auto manufacturers four attempts to fix the same defect, non-conformity or condition with your car. However, the details of what's wrong with your car and how long it's out of service because of the repair could change the number of attempts they...
Many people in Maryland depend on an automobile for travel purposes. By having an automobile, you don't have to schedule your life around public transportation services. Driving a vehicle is also great for people who value their privacy. Unfortunately, many people get...
Renting in Maryland can be tough when there is a downturn in the economy. Sometimes, tenants feel like they have to just accept landlord discrimination and retaliation in a tight housing market. In reality, you shouldn't put up with these abuses, and landlords must...