In a rental agreement, landlords and tenants each have their specific rights and responsibilities. A common concern among tenants pertains to their landlord's access to the rental property. While landlords do have the right to access the property for certain reasons,...
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Can a Maryland landlord regulate your outdoor decorations?
As a tenant in Maryland, you may wonder about your rights and limitations when it comes to decorating the exterior of your rental property. While personalizing your living space is essential, understanding the extent to which you can display decorations outside your...
Recovering illegally withheld security deposits in Maryland
Landlords request security deposits to protect against any damages or unpaid rent at the end of a tenancy. However, some landlords in Maryland may illegally withhold a tenant's security deposit for unjustified reasons. If you find yourself in this situation, it is...
What can a landlord evict you for?
The threat of eviction is enough to make anyone's blood run cold. Fortunately, there are plenty of laws in place that stop landlords from having the power to evict anyone for any reason. Thus, it is important for tenants to understand what landlords can and cannot...
Does your financed car have a kill switch?
Like many other Marylanders, you have no choice but to drive to and from work. If you cannot afford to buy a car outright, you also might have no choice but to finance one. While it is advisable to purchase your vehicle from a highly-rated dealer, there are plenty of...
Your tenants’ rights checklist
While some landlords might accept an oral agreement, most will require a written contract. Before signing this, you need to read it carefully. You can talk to your new landlord if you need to change anything. You can then figure out how to reword the contract to...