Tenants' Rights
Tenants' Rights

Author: Myron Moskovitz

Publisher: Nolo

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 9780873373777

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Answers legal questions of concern to tenants and explains how to deal with a landlord who is acting unfairly

Fair Housing Act Design Manual
Fair Housing Act Design Manual

Author: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Publisher:

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9780894992391

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The Fair Housing Act Design Manual: A Manual to Assist Designers and Builders in Meeting the Accessibility Requirements of The Fair Housing Act provides clear and helpful guidance about ways to design and construct housing which complies with the Fair Housing Act. The manual provides direct information about the accessibility requirements of the Act, which must be incorporated into the design, and construction of multifamily housing covered by the Act. It carries out two statutory responsibilities: (1) to provide clear statement of HUD's interpretation of the accessibility requirements of the Act so that readers may know what actions on their part will provide them with a "safe harbor"; and (2) to provide guidance in the form of recommendations which, although not binding meet the Department's obligation to provide technical assistance on alternative accessibility approaches which will comply with the Act, but may exceed its minimal requirements. The latter information allows housing providers to choose among alternative and also provides persons with disabilities with information on accessible design approaches. The Manual clarifies what are requirements under the Act and what are HUD's technical assistance recommendations. The portions describing the requirements are clearly differentiated from the technical assistance recommendations.

In Defense of Housing
In Defense of Housing

Author: Peter Marcuse

Publisher: Verso Books

Published: 2024-08-27

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1804294942

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In every major city in the world there is a housing crisis. How did this happen and what can we do about it? Everyone needs and deserves housing. But today our homes are being transformed into commodities, making the inequalities of the city ever more acute. Profit has become more important than social need. The poor are forced to pay more for worse housing. Communities are faced with the violence of displacement and gentrification. And the benefits of decent housing are only available for those who can afford it. In Defense of Housing is the definitive statement on this crisis from leading urban planner Peter Marcuse and sociologist David Madden. They look at the causes and consequences of the housing problem and detail the need for progressive alternatives. The housing crisis cannot be solved by minor policy shifts, they argue. Rather, the housing crisis has deep political and economic roots—and therefore requires a radical response.

The Landlord’s Guide to Minnesota Law
The Landlord’s Guide to Minnesota Law

Author: HOME Line

Publisher: HOME Line

Published: 2015-10-05

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 069250561X

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The Landlord’s Guide to Minnesota Law addresses every landlord-tenant legal issue that is likely to arise over the course of a lease. From how to find a tenant to what to do once they leave, it is a practical and thorough legal analysis of what Minnesota landlords need to know about complying with the relevant federal, state and local laws. At the end of each chapter you’ll find “Tips from a Tenant Attorney.” These tips offer more creative advice on how landlords can solve difficult legal situations or prevent them from ever occurring. Also included is our exclusive line-by-line analysis of the Minnesota State Bar Association’s Model Residential Lease. Instead of guessing what your lease terms mean, this guide tells you why each term exists and how it applies to your situation. This book was written by practicing attorneys in Minnesota who work exclusively in landlord-tenant law. There are dozens of legal guides available online for landlords, but none of them focus on Minnesota statutes and regulations, and when it comes to landlord-tenant legal issues, state law is key. Both authors are currently practicing attorneys with over 25 years of experience in tenant landlord law, advising over 39,000 renters on HOME Line’s tenant hotline. They also train a wide variety of audiences in tenant landlord law, including over 100 trainings to landlord groups throughout Minnesota.

Every Landlord's Guide to Finding Great Tenants
Every Landlord's Guide to Finding Great Tenants

Author: Janet Portman

Publisher: Nolo

Published: 2020-06-01

Total Pages: 605

ISBN-13: 1413327532

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Protect your investment! Choosing new tenants who will pay on time, respect your property, and stay for an extended period will make your life easier—and your business more profitable. This book guides you through the process of attracting, screening, choosing, and getting the best renters possible. Just as important, it shows how to avoid problem tenants. You’ll learn how to: avoid discrimination complaints advertise effectively screen tenants over the phone show the unit evaluate applications examine credit reports check references make a rental offer reject applicants and much more. With Downloadable Forms: includes dozens of forms and checklists that will help you get the information you need without running afoul of the law —available for download (details inside).