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It isn't uncommon for Maryland landlords to make changes to their lease agreements. However, those changes generally cannot go into effect until after an existing lease expires. You may want to take a closer look at what your options are in the event that your...
The Maryland rental business can be quite popular for many landlords looking to cash in on passive income. However, as a tenant, it's important to know your rights regarding what your landlord can and cannot do. Just as you're expected to pay for your rent each month,...
Residents in Maryland and across the nation have been anxiously awaiting the passing of the American Rescue Plan. This Plan grants eligible Americans a total of $1,400 to assist with expenses. Unfortunately, some Americans may not have access to their funds due to...
Once a Maryland property owner accepts payment for the rent of a home or apartment, they're considered to have entered into a landlord-tenant agreement. While the laws regarding landlord and tenant relationships do vary slightly from state to state, one thing they all...
When you owe debt and are behind in paying your bills, you may start to get calls from collectors in Maryland requesting repayment for the money you've borrowed. Although you may be required to repay the money, there are still laws that debt collectors need to follow....
With the passage and enactment of the latest stimulus package, part of the overall American Rescue Plan, U.S. citizens around the country celebrated the much-needed financial help that the bill provides. Legislators kept their promise to add $1,400 to the previous $600 checks and deposits was welcome news.
However, they were not the only ones heralding the influx of money into bank accounts nationwide. Debt collectors were at the ready to pounce, taking away the financial lifeline to pay the delinquent debts of consumers, promise or no promise.
Protect Yourself
When you move into a apartment or other rental unit, take photos of the conditions of the floors, walls, and appliances. Do the same when you move out! After you have moved all of your belongings out of the unit, take photos of the conditions. Proof that the unit was in good condition upon move out will help if your landlord decides to keep some of your security deposit.
When you rent an apartment in Maryland, you have certain rights as a tenant. This includes the right to live in a safe, habitable environment. If your landlord refuses to provide that, you might have to pursue legal action. Can you force a landlord to make repairs?...
When someone owes money and cannot or refuses to pay, the debtor may expect a debt collector's call. "Professional" debt collectors, third parties that purchase debts, survive and thrive by succeeding where the original creditor faltered. In Maryland, debt collectors...
Maryland's Lemon Law protects consumers in the state who purchase or lease defective vehicles. The law covers cars, motorcycles, and light trucks that are less than two years old and that have fewer than 18,000 miles on their odometers. When authorized dealers are not...