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Landlords have the right to evict tenants in certain situations. However, they must abide by the strictures of the law to avoid violating the rights of their renters. Accordingly, tenants should know which reasons are legal in the event they face an unlawful eviction....
Privacy concerns often come up between landlords and tenants, especially regarding surveillance cameras. If you live in Maryland and wonder if your landlord can place cameras in or around your rented home, you are not alone. Knowing your rights as a tenant and the...
An eviction notice can send you spiraling into despair and give you little to no time to find a solution. However, the initial notice might not be the end. Proactively communicating and putting forth your best effort to identify a solution might help you change...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...