Every Tenant's Legal Guide

What every renter needs to know

The only book of its kind, Every Tenant’s Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information (plus dozens of sample letters) you need to:

• find a great home and landlord


• know your rights when it comes to pets


• fight improper rent increases and late fees


• get a landlord to make repairs pronto


• withhold rent without getting into legal trouble


• protect your privacy


• fight illegal discrimination


• handle roomate problems


• deal with lead paint, mold, asbestos and bed bugs


• break a lease with minimum financial liability


• get your security deposit back

The 8th edition of Every Tenant’s Legal Guide includes the latest laws of your state—from security deposit rules to termination notice requirements, and a new section on tenant rights to use Airbnb and similar services.