For a renter, eviction can be a confusing process, made worse by a lack of information about what a tenant’s rights are in the eviction process. Having an understanding of these rights before an eviction would certainly make the process less aggravating, but may help a renter avoid it altogether. Reasons to Evict Tenant’s can […]
The Fair Housing Act prohibits anyone from being denied the right to rent, against discrimination of race or color, national origin, religion, family status or handicap. The Department of Housing, and Urban Development enforces the Fair Housing Act. They want to be informed of any discrimination. Their toll free telephone number: 1-800-669-9777. The Act does […]
If you are looking for a new rental home, and have dreams of someday owning your own house, you may feel tempted to sign a rent to own lease. This type of lease enters the renter into an agreement to purchase the home ath the end of the rental term. This can be a good […]
Fifteen years ago, I was renting a converted garage in Palo Alto, California that the owners wanted to turn over to a family member. I was given a thirty-day eviction notice and did not decide to fight it, as a little research revealed that the landlord was within their rights to evict me in order […]
Oregon tenants have certain rights and responsibilities. These rights include the freedom of privacy, right to a habitable home, and the right to notice before eviction. The information that follows is intended to be an overview of basic landlord-tenant law in Oregon, and does not refer to all situations. If you have questions or concerns […]