Posts Categorized: Landlord/Tenant Law

A security deposit is an advance payment which a tenant makes to a landlord other than the rental amount. It protects the landlord in case a tenant breaks or violates the rental terms or agreement. This amount may help a landlord to recover unpaid rent, utility bills, and pay for fixtures and repairs of the

As a landlord, you have certain rights. Your tenant is responsible to follow laws and regulation of tenancy. For instance, your tenant should make rental payments on time, abide by agreed terms in rental agreement, and keep your property in a decent condition. However, when these rights are violated and your tenant is not willing

Generally, a written residential lease is valid for a specific duration, such as one year or more, and is subject to renewal every time a tenant wants to continue living in the rental property. If you look at this from a landlord’s perspective, it is quite beneficial because they do not have to dedicate time

There are certain people who have a tendency of overstaying their welcome. It may be a friend, a co-worker or even a family member. People allow other people into their homes in goodwill to help them out with a financial problem. Extending a helping hand to someone in need can sometimes result in the person

Successful landlords and property managers in Illinois know the importance of having up-to-date knowledge of landlord-tenant laws. By knowing their rights and responsibilities, landlords are able to avoid any potential mistakes that may land them in court, and require them to spend a great deal of money and time defending themselves against tenant lawsuits and