Tenant Rights

A collection of links to resources on tenants’ rights. Learn about the rights tenants have under the laws of most states, including the right to repairs, the warranty of habitability, discriminatory practices, and more.

A number of tips to help you protect your rights as a tenant. This article offers a number of things to keep in mind when renting a house or apartment, including getting all agreements in writing, insisting on timely repairs, and more.

Disputes over security deposits are the most common disagreements between tenants and landlords. This article provides a number of steps you can take to help get your security deposit back in full.

The Fair Housing Act prohibits landlords from discriminating against tenants on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, familial status, or color. This section provides links to a number of housing discrimination resources.

In nearly every state, it’s illegal for a landlord to retaliate against a tenant who is acting within his or her legal rights. This article explains how landlord retaliation laws work, the kinds of actions considered retaliatory, and more.

A list of common questions about landlord-tenant disputes. Find answers to your questions about how to avoid landlord-tenant disputes, going to court over a dispute, and how to settle a dispute out of court.