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Landlords Breaking the Law?
Hey folks, I'm working on a blog post about the common ways landlords break the law. For example:
- violating fair housing laws
- keeping a security deposit when they shouldn't (or not having good documentation.)
Any other good ideas for how landlords are breaking the laws?
Thanks!
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Failing to maintain / code violation issues
Unlicensed rentals
Rent skimming (collecting rent but not paying mortgage and property taxes)
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Exceeding occupancy limits. "I don't believe that your husband only visits during the day with 7 kids."
Not following tenant/landlord laws in regards to late fees.
Not providing proper notification for inspections.
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Unlicensed units.
Not reporting all their income.
ADA Violations involving service dogs
Fair housing violations typically in reference to familial status and size
Not having a separate account for security deposit
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Putting terms in lease that are against their state laws.
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