Renting allows for more frequent moves and less financial attachment to your location. However, moving gets expensive especially when there are extra fees involved. Understand the basics of your rights when moving in and out of a location to ensure your landlord's...
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Legislation would enforce landlords’ responsibility for bed bugs
The state of Maryland faces a bed bug crisis. Bed bugs are parasitic insects that feed on blood. They do not spread diseases, but their bites cause painful, itchy skin lesions. Some people have allergic reactions to bed bug saliva and, in a severe infestation, bed...
Reporting Rental Payment Information to the Credit Bureaus Has Drawbacks
Reporting rental payment information to credit bureaus has drawbacks, especially for lower income renters. The National Consumer Law Center has published a paper on the issues presented when rental payment information is automatically reported to the credit bureaus.
Do you have legal protection when you finance or buy items online?
These days, it is common to find many stores with online shops where you can easily buy items online. Fortunately, the Fair Credit Billing Act protects consumers who use their credit cards online, even if they use them in stores outside of the state. This includes...
Landlords cannot legally take these 3 actions
The landlord-tenant relationship has the potential to be complex. There are both personal and legal considerations and spoken and unspoken obligations on both parties' sides. As a result, there is also the possibility of conflict, particularly when landlords fail to...
How do you know if a used vehicle has flood damage?
Knowing a vehicle's history after purchase is imperative to whether you received a good deal or a used car dealer tried to scam you. From pictures or first glance, you may not notice water damage. Likewise, dealers can clean cars up so you cannot tell outright that...
What can I do if my apartment is unsafe?
As a tenant, you have the right to safe living conditions. The apartment you rent should meet all safety standards. It should be in good structural shape and also be in good repair. Sometimes a landlord will fail to maintain your apartment and it becomes unsafe. What...
Is your carbon monoxide detector working properly?
Not having to worry about upkeep is one of the primary reasons to rent rather than purchase your own home. Consequently, you should be able to count on your landlord to maintain your rental unit. This may include occasionally inspecting your home and appliances for...
How your landlord can violate your lease agreement
Much of the country’s population rents or leases property rather than purchasing a home, and if you are a tenant or lessee, you have clearly defined legal rights and obligations. Your lease is a legally binding contract, and both you and your landlord should adhere to...
What are some auto dealership red flags to watch?
Buying a new car is an exciting prospect, but you must perform due diligence to ensure a good deal. You must also work with a reputable car dealership that prioritizes quality customer service at every turn. There are certain car dealership red flags to watch for,...