WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I RENT?

1. Are all rental agreements alike?

2. Must rental agreements be in writing?

3. Can I change a written agreement?

4. Do I owe any money besides the rent?

5. What happens when my lease runs out?

6. Who should make repairs in my home?

7. Can the owner come into my home without asking me?

8. What are the owner's rights?

9. What are my rights?

10. Can I report the owner if the home is unlivable?

11. What can I do instead of reporting the owner?

12. Can the owner sue to evict me?

13. Can the owner lock me out?

14. How do I handle an eviction suit?

15. What can I do if I lose the suit?

16. What can I do about discrimination?

17. How can I find a lawyer to represent me?

LEGAL ARTICLES. By: DALLAS ATKINS, ATTORNEY AT LAW

1. Before you move in: preventing headaches in your tenancy.

2. Security Deposits

3. "HOW TO" ADVICE ON SECURITY DEPOSITS