Landlord/Tenant

Buying Vs. Renting

There are many advantages to buying a home versus renting one. Links to the Buy vs. Rent Comparison Chart, Buy vs. Rent Calculator, Loan Estimator, Housing Resources, and more. Last Reviewed:...

Document Security Deposit Location Request Letter

http://www.lscd.com/forms/securityDepositLocationRequest

Evictions: What You Should Know

If you rent a house or apartment, there are some important facts you should know about being evicted. Also available: ...

Fact Sheet on Section 8 Housing Vouchers

Contributed by: U. S. Department of Housing (HUD) Last Reviewed: 7/2/21 https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/programs/hcv/about/fact_sheet

Guide to Tenant's Rights and Responsibilities

Renting an apartment or house is something almost everyone does sooner or later. Whether you already have a place to live or if you are currently searching, this web page contains some advice that...

How to File a Housing Discrimination Complaint with HUD

https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/complaint-process Last Reviewed: 7/2/21

How To Respond To Civil Action

Justice of the Peace Court's on-line "how to" assistance with step by step instructions for responding to a civil action. Contributed by: JP Court Last Reviewed: 7/2/21 Justice of the Peace...

Is Renter’s Insurance worth it? (MonsterMoving.com)

http://www.moving.com/articles/renters-insurance-value.asp

Landlord Tenant - "Important Phone Numbers"

A list of local phone numbers including License and Inspections. Contributed by: Legal Services Corporation of Delaware, Inc. Last Reviewed: 7/2/21 http://www.lscd.com/importantNumber

Landlord Tenant Summary Possession - Justice of the Peace Court Interactive Form

This is an online interview that guides you through completing a JP Court form for Landlord Tenant Summary Possession. The filer is asked questions relating to his or her claim, and using the...

Legal Tips

Know the Law So You Don't Make These Mistakes Too! Contributed by: Legal Services Corporation of Delaware, Inc. Last Reviewed: 7/2/21 http://www.lscd.com/legalTips

Notice of Lease Termination - Letter from Tenant to Landlord

http://www.lscd.com/forms/leaseTermination

Public Housing Fact Sheet

Contributed by: U. S. Department of Housing (HUD) Last Reviewed: 7/6/21 https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/public_indian_housing/programs/ph

Rent Payment Record

Whenever you give your landlord money, write it down here. This will help you avoid paying too much or too little. http://www.lscd.com/forms/rentPaymentRecord

Rent Receipt

http://www.lscd.com/forms/rentReceipt

Rental Listings May Be Red Herrings

Apartment and rental house hunting can be an adventure, but also a real balancing act. Issues like size, location, move-in date, monthly rent, and extra costs — like parking and utility bills...

Renters Kit (HUD)

https://www.hud.gov/topics/rental_assistance Last Reviewed: 7/6/21

Renting With Pets

Contributed by: Humane Society Last Reviewed: 01/01/2000http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/renting_with_pets.html

Security Deposit Return Request Letter

http://www.lscd.com/forms/securityDepositReturnRequest

Security Deposits and the Landlord-Tenant Code

The web page answers basic questions about security deposits and the Delaware Landlord-Tenand Code. Also available: ...

Subsidized Rental Housing Assistance Programs

Contributed by: Delaware State Housing Authority Last Reviewed: 7/6/21 Click here to download

Summary of the Delaware Landlord Tenant Code

State of Delaware Landlord-Tenant Code Title 25 Delaware Code a Compilation of All Delaware Statutes Concerning Landlords & Tenants Contributed by: Attorney General, State of Delaware Last...

Summary of the Delaware Landlord-Tenant Code (Espanol)

https://attorneygeneral.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/50/2017/03/Landlord_Tenant_Code.pdf

The Scoop on Renter's Insurance

If you're wondering what's the big deal about renter's insurance... take Renters Insurance 101! Contributed by: Trusted Choice Last Reviewed: 06/28/2004 The Scoop on Renter's...

What happens when you violate a lease or landlord-tenant code

Most leases include rules and promises by the tenant. Some examples are: a promise to not make noise that disturbs the neighborsor a promise not to run a business out of the house without the...

What happens when your landlord takes you to court

If your landlord has gone to court to evict you, the court will notify you and tell you when and where to go to court. You will be notified in one of two ways:By certified mail, return receipt...

What is renters insurance and why do I need it?

Contributed by: State Farm Insurance Last Reviewed: 06/27/2019 http://www.statefarm.com/insurance/renters/renters.asp

When a Roommate Leaves

Contributed by: Nolo Last Reviewed: 01/01/2000http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/article-29520.html