Your landlord has decided to sell the property you’re renting—now what? You may worry about your lease and living situation. In Maryland, tenants have specific rights that protect them when a rental property changes ownership. Your lease remains in effect In Maryland,...
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Tenant’s Rights
How can tenants navigate disputes over rent increases?
Tenants facing rent increases should first understand the legal guidelines in their area. Rent control laws or tenant protection ordinances may cap increases or require landlords to provide advance notice. Tenants can research local regulations through government...
How can tenants enforce their right to habitable housing?
Landlords must provide tenants with safe and livable housing. When a landlord fails to maintain habitable living conditions, tenants have legal options to address the situation. Understanding these rights can help tenants protect their well-being and hold landlords...
How can tenants challenge unlawful eviction after a disaster?
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...
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...