Rental agreements are legally binding contracts, but what happens when landlords don’t hold up their end of the deal? In this video we review the top 5 reasons tenants can use to successfully sue their landlord. A rental agreement is a legal contract between a tenant and a landlord or thirdparty owner representative. Unfortunately, contracts of this nature can result in all sorts of issues if not executed correctly. But today we are going to focus on 5 major disputes that often arise. These include

1. Disputes over security deposit funds
2. Breaching a tenant’s right to quiet enjoyment
3. Concerns over safety or livability
4. Landlords not following legal eviction procedures
5. Violating a tenant’s consumer reporting rights

With all of that in mind, we also take a moment to discuss whether or not a court battle is really the necessary action to take. Before taking such a drastic step, it is a good idea for parties to try and work together. Some local jurisdictions offer advice and free resources that can help landlords and tenants resolve issues without leading to a costly court case. We recommend talking to a qualified attorney before moving forward and be sure to try working with the landlord first. Often, that will work out best for everyone involved.

00:52 5 Reasons Tenants Sue Their Landlord
01:22 #1 Security Deposit Disputes
02:02 How to Avoid Security Deposit Disputes
02:27 #2 Breaching the Right to Quiet Enjoyment
03:34 #3 Livability and Safety Concerns
04:30 #4 Not Following Legal Eviction Procedures
05:24 #5 Violating Consumer Reporting Rights
06:17 Bonus Reason to Sue
06:54 Is Taking Legal Action the Right Choice?
07:13 – What to Consider Before You Sue

One of the best defenses against landlordtenant disputes is to foster a healthy and professional relationship from the start. For more advice on a variety of issues important to the rental industry subscribe to the Bay Property Management Group channel. Also, don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss out on exclusive content. If you liked this video, please give it a thumbs up or leave a comment down below. Thanks for watching and we will see you on the next video!

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