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.
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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: 06/26/2019
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...
How to File a Housing Discrimination Complaint with HUD
https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/complaint-process
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: 07/23/2019
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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:...
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: 07/22/2019
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: 01/02/2019
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: 01/02/2019
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: 07/17/2009Click 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...
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...first consider these common misconceptions. Contributed by: MSN House & Home Last Reviewed: 06/28/2004
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