Landlords Rights

• What Is the Maximum Length of Stay in an Apartment and Who Sets It?

  Learn what determines the maximum length of stay in an apartment, who sets the rules, and how state laws and landlord policies influence lease duration.

• Can a Landlord Inspect Your Garage? What Renters Should Know

  Learn when a landlord can legally inspect your garage, what rights renters have, and how to protect your privacy in an apartment complex.

• Can a Tenant Install Solar Panels on an Apartment Building Roof?

  Can a tenant install their own solar panels on the roof of an apartment building? Key rules, restrictions, and what renters should know before considering solar installations.

• Why Do Landlords Prohibit Tenants from Making Repairs or Renovations?

  Learn why landlords often prohibit tenants from making repairs or renovations inside rental apartments and what rules apply in different locations.

• Is a Landlord Responsible for Their Tenants’ Pets?

  Learn whether landlords are responsible for tenants’ pets, what the law says, and how liability works in different situations across the U.S.

• Why Is the Security Deposit Equal to One Month’s Rent, and Can It Be Different?

  Learn why security deposits are often equal to one month's rent, when they can be higher or lower, and what rules vary by state and city.

• Why Do Landlords Require a Security Deposit?

  Learn why landlords request a security deposit, what it covers, and how it protects both renters and property owners.

• What Is the Minimum Number of Units Required to Call a Property an Apartment Complex?

  Learn how jurisdictions define 'apartment', 'multiple dwelling' and 'multifamily' — common thresholds (duplex, triplex, fourplex, 5+ units), building-code and zoning differences, and practical examples from major U.S. cities.

• Do Apartments Ever Operate Without a Property Management Company?

  Can apartments operate without a professional property management company? Learn when this happens, how it works, and what renters should expect.

• Does a Landlord Need to Be Licensed to Rent Out Apartments?

  Learn whether landlords are required to have a license to rent out apartments, including examples from major U.S. cities.