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How to Renew Lease Agreements: A Tenant Guide

Bay Property Management Group

In this guide, well walk you through everything you need to know: what a lease renewal is, when to do it, the benefits and drawbacks, how to negotiate better terms, and your legal rights as a tenant. Highlight your value as a tenant by mentioning your reliability and good record. After all, your landlord wants your continued business.

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Can a Landlord Let Themselves In? Unlocking the Legalities

American Apartment Owners Association

A landlord cannot let themselves into a tenants property without prior notice, except in emergencies. Generally, landlords must provide at least 24 hours notice before entering, respecting tenants privacy and adhering to specific state laws regarding entry reasons and times. Need Legal Help?

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Oregon Would Ban Landlords Asking About Immigration Status

Rental Housing Journal

Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill to make it illegal for landlords to inquire about a potential renters immigration status, according to Oregonlive.com. The bill would also prohibit landlords from denying to rent a home or apartment to a tenant based on the landlords perception of their immigration status.

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What Is a Rent Stabilized Apartment? What You Need to Know

Bay Property Management Group

The price stays steady, the lease keeps renewing, and tenants feel secure staying long-term. Thats the idea behind a rent-stabilized apartment housing with built-in protections to keep rent increases reasonable and tenants in place. For renters and landlords dealing with regulated units, working with experienced Washington D.C.

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Seattle Landlord Sues The City Over Tenant Rules

American Apartment Owners Association

A Seattle landlord has sued the City of Seattle alleging a number of laws passed in the name of tenant protections in the last few years have financially strapped his affordable housing units, according to the Seattle Times.

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Bill Would Allow 3-Day Evictions in Federal Subsidized Housing

Rental Housing Journal

Federal lawmakers have introduced a bill to allow landlords to give tenants in federal subsidized housing 3-day eviction notice, according to reports. Landlords had been required to give 30 days notice to tenants in federally subsidized housing before evicting them for non-payment of rent, after COVID-19 protections had ended.

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Move-in Affordability Plan Aims to Cut Philly Move-in Fees

Bay Property Management Group

And more importantly, could it make a real difference for tenants across the city? Lets dig into what the Philadelphia government is proposing, and what it could mean for your next move. This plan is designed to make moving more affordable and protect tenants from being overcharged when starting a new lease. How does it work?