tenant handbook
Updated for 2024: The Maryland Tenant Guide
Finding a new rental in Maryland can be a challenge, due to the complexity of Maryland landlord-tenant law. Our updated tenant guide includes information on: How to find a good rental How to calculate affordability Things to look out for when researching a Maryland landlord or property management company What to do when something goes wrong Updates for 2024: We've added information about the Access to Counsel in Evictions coordinated intake program, and added information on Maryland's eviction shield law that went into effect October 1, 2024. You can download your free copy of the Tenant Guide here. If you ...
New for 2023: The Tenant Guide!
Finding a new rental in Maryland can be a challenge, especially in 2023, so we’ve distilled a lot of tips and tricks into one easy-to-use tenant guide. It includes information on: How to find a good rental How to calculate affordability Things to look out for when researching the landlord or management company What to do when something goes wrong You can download your free copy of the Tenant Guide here. If you still have concerns about the property you’re living in, you’re always welcome to send us an intake form .
Tenant Advocacy
Tenant Advocacy The Tenant Advocacy program works to ensure Maryland renters are living in safe and healthy housing. Our tenant advocates advance housing justice in Maryland through direct service, research, and advocacy. Services include assistance with landlord-tenant issues and tenants’ rights information and education. The Tenant Advocacy program is unique in that we provide Maryland tenants statewide (all counties, and Baltimore City) with free information about tenant rights and responsibilities on the following topics: Lease reviews Eviction Notification and Procedure, Illegal Eviction Nonpayment of Rent (Please note: We do not provide financial assistance.) Code Enforcement, including ...