Every Tenant's Legal Guide - Softcover

"This superb book is written primarily for residential tenants, but landlords should read it, too... On my scale of 1 to 10, this outstanding book rates an off-the-chart 12." Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated columnist

"A perfect fit for young adults about to commit to a financial obligation that could cost them $12,000 to $24,000 per year..." Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine

"Don't let any landlord violate your rights. If you are having a problem, do the research. Get a copy of a renter's law book, such as the Nolo's Every Tenant's Legal Guide..." Los Angeles Times

"Virtually every book from Nolo can be highly recommended without reservations. This book is no exception." Chicago Tribune

"Portman and Stewart present readers with the eighth edition of their comprehensive overview of the tenant's legal rights and responsibilities. The authors have organized the main body of their text in twenty chapters devoted to finding a place to rent, leases and rental agreements, basic rent rules, security deposits, discrimination, inspection of the rental unit and moving in, roommates, guests, and Airbnb, major repairs and maintenance, minor repairs and maintenance, making improvements and alterations, your right to privacy, injuries on the premises, environmental hazards, and a wide variety of other related subjects. Janet Portman is a practicing attorney specializing in landlord-tenant law. Marcia Stewart is a real estate and consumer issue expert and author." Eithne O'Leyne, Editor Ringgold, Inc. ProtoView

"Although this superb book is written primarily for residential tenants, landlords should also read it for its valuable information." Oakland Tribune

Renters have many legal rights—learn yours and how to protect them!

The only book of its kind, Every Tenant's Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information you need (plus dozens of sample letters and forms) to find and keep a great home and landlord. Learn your rights—whether it comes to pets, guests, deposits, or privacy—including how to:

• get your landlord to make repairs by using rent withholding or repair-and-deduct
• avoid disputes with roommates over rent, deposits, guests, and noise
• fight illegal discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment
• deal with hazards like lead paint, mold, or bedbugs
• break a lease with minimum liability, and
• get your security deposit returned on time.

This 9th edition of Every Tenant's Legal Guide includes the latest laws of your state—from security deposit rules to termination notice requirements. The book also includes expanded sections on tenant rights regarding sublets (including through Airbnb-type services), using marijuana in the rental, and self advertising (how social media can help landlords find you).