Robert S. Griswold & Laurence C. Harmon 
Landlord’s Legal Kit For Dummies [PDF ebook] 

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Landlord’s Legal Kit For Dummies contains all the resources landlords need to unpack the legal side of renting properties. Inside you’ll find worksheets, templates, and friendly explanations that will help you find success. Once you have your property and your tenants, you’ll need to make sure you operate within your rights, complete all the necessary admin, and handle taxes in an accurate and timely way. This book can help you do just that, with the latest paperwork, helpful details and examples, and a breakdown of taxes and laws. Plus, you can go beyond the book by accessing online documents that take your learning to the next level.

* Understand all the latest housing laws that pertain to your specific rental situation

* Find drafts of all the legal forms you’ll need as a landlord

* Access easy-to-use tax worksheets and clear descriptions of tax rules without legal jargon

* Recognize your rights as a landlord and understand your tenants’ rights

This is the perfect Dummies guide for both new and experienced landlords who need a hands-on legal reference for all the laws surrounding rent, rental properties, and tenants.

Cuprins

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Started with Landlording Fundamentals 5

Chapter 1: The Legal Fundamentals of Managing Residential Rentals 7

Chapter 2: Protecting Your Legal Assets 23

Chapter 3: Taking Possession of a Rental Property 49

Chapter 4: Hiring a Property Manager 69

Part 2: Advertising and Taking on New Tenants Legally 93

Chapter 5: Getting Current about Fair Housing 95

Chapter 6: The Legal Aspects of Advertising 125

Chapter 7: Rent Collection and Rent Control 139

Chapter 8: Screening Applicants 171

Chapter 9: Composing Your Rental Contract 191

Chapter 10: Establishing a Security Deposit Policy 225

Chapter 11: Moving in a New Tenant 245

Part 3: Recognizing Your Responsibilities and Liabilities 265

Chapter 12: Repairing and Maintaining the Premises 267

Chapter 13: Minimizing Injuries from Potentially Dangerous Conditions 289

Chapter 14: Preventing and Minimizing Hazardous Environmental Conditions 303

Chapter 15: Protecting Tenants and Workers from Criminal Acts 323

Chapter 16: Understanding Tenant Privacy and Your Right to Enter the Premises 345

Chapter 17: Resolving Landlord-Tenant Disputes 359

Part 4: Changing and Ending Leases 373

Chapter 18: Handling Co-Tenancies, Sublets, Assignments, and Guests 375

Chapter 19: Revising and Terminating Rental Contracts 383

Chapter 20: Moving a Tenant Out 397

Part 5: The Part of Tens 403

Chapter 21: Ten Tips for Staying Out of Legal Trouble 405

Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Being a Better Landlord 411

Index 417

Despre autor

Robert Griswold is President of Griswold Real Estate Management Inc and has served on the Counselors of Real Estate. Robert is the author of several Dummies titles.

Laurence (‘Laurry’) Harmon is President of Harmon Law LLC. He specializes in real estate law and provides extensive teaching, market research, and consulting on real estate subjects.