Landlord's legal kit

Introduction

Part 1: Getting started with landlording fundamentals. The legal fundamentals of managing residential rentals ; Protecting your legal assets ; Taking possession of a rental property ; Hiring a property manager

Part 2: Advertising and taking on new residents legally. Getting current about fair housing ; The legal aspects of advertising ; Rent collection and rent control ; Screening applicants ; Composing your rental contract ; Establishing a security deposit policy ; Moving in a new resident

Part 3: Recognizing your responsibilities and liabilities. Repairing and maintaining the premises ; Minimizing injuries from potentially dangerous conditions ; Preventing and minimizing hazardous environmental conditions ; Protecting tenants and workers from criminal acts ; Understanding tenants privacy and your right to enter the premises ; Resolving landlord-resident disputes

Part 4: Changing and ending leases. Handling cotenancies, sublets, assignments, and guests ; Revising and terminating rental contracts ; Moving a resident out

Part 5: The part of tens. Ten tips for staying out of legal trouble ; Ten tips for being a better landlord.