As a landlord, I often field questions from tenants whose life plans don't fit neatly into 12-month leasing cycles. The tenant might be in town for a six-month internship or a nine-month certificate ...

FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson directed commission staff to begin the process of proposing a rule to address unfair or ...

Q: I have been renting a home for almost eight years. Five years ago, the owner passed away and the property now is in probate court where the sole daughter is fighting to claim ownership. I have ...

Question: A month ago, I signed a one-year lease when I met with the onsite manager at the community’s rental office. I paid the deposit and first month’s rent. The manager took the lease agreement ...

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