Natural disasters can leave tenants in vulnerable positions, especially when landlords try to evict them unlawfully. Understanding tenants' rights is crucial to challenging wrongful evictions in these situations. Here are the steps tenants can take to protect...
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Tenant’s Rights
How can tenants protect themselves from eviction during disputes?
Tenants facing eviction have several legal protections to help them navigate the process. If you believe your landlord is unfairly attempting to evict you, it’s important to understand your rights and take action to protect yourself. Review the lease If your landlord...
Are weekly landlord walkthroughs allowed in Maryland homes?
Living in Maryland, you might wonder about the rights your landlord has to enter your rental home. It’s essential to know what’s allowed and what’s not when it comes to landlord walkthroughs. This helps ensure your privacy while maintaining a good relationship with...
Limits on landlord access and tenant privacy protections
Tenant privacy rights are essential for ensuring a respectful and secure living environment. In Maryland, these rights include limits on landlord access and specific privacy protections. Limits on landlord access In Maryland, landlords can only enter a tenant's rental...
Is my landlord allowed to hike my rent whenever they choose?
Navigating the world of renting can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding the rules surrounding rent increases. In Maryland, tenants have rights that protect them from unlawful rent hikes. However, there are tenants who are unaware of these rights,...
What repairs on your rental is your landlord required to do?
Renting a property in Maryland comes with certain expectations and responsibilities for both tenants and landlords. As a tenant, you have the right to a safe and habitable living environment. Understanding what repairs your landlord must perform can help ensure your...
Can your landlord evict you for being pregnant?
Overwhelming urges to clean and organize your living space are a normal part of pregnancy. The last things a pregnant woman wants to do during this time is receive an eviction notice and search for a new place to live. If you are pregnant and your landlord is...
Tenant rights and wear and tear
Renting a home involves responsibilities for both the tenant and the landlord. Among these responsibilities is understanding the difference between normal wear and tear and damage. This understanding is important for protecting tenant rights and ensuring fair...
Can your landlord keep your security deposit in Maryland?
Security deposits can be a significant portion of money. When leaving to go to a new home, those funds can come in handy. However, there are times when a landlord may refuse to return part or all of a security deposit. Tenants may wonder if this is legal, and the...
Why are landlord disclosures important?
When you want to move into a new rental property, there is a list of things to consider, such as location and amenities. However, one important aspect that might not always be obvious is landlord disclosures. These are pieces of information that landlords must legally...