Renting the downstairs of my duplex. Should I allow dogs? Cats? Under which rules? [more inside]
posted by msalt on May 23, 2009 - 29 answers

My previous landlord never returned my security deposit ($1,650) last autumn. I live in Chicago. Do I get an attorney (and if so how do I choose one) or do I take it to small claims court myself? What are the pros/cons of either approach? [more inside]
posted by allisonrae on Feb 23, 2009 - 11 answers

As a first-time renter, what should I do to avoid problems down the road, what will I forget to buy that I need, and how can I make it my home? [more inside]
posted by cgomez on Jun 17, 2008 - 39 answers

Roommatefilter: My roommate/renter has asked for an extension to her lease with only a week's notice; I don't like living with her, but don't have anyone waiting to move in, either. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 23, 2008 - 34 answers

I am out side country, & my renter have missed two month payments. [more inside]
posted by curiousleo on Sep 10, 2007 - 13 answers

A year ago I moved into a lovely, large, but old apartment, on the understanding that some repairs were needed...now that they're a year overdue, how do I get them done without becoming the tenant from hell? [more inside]
posted by sarahkeebs on Sep 5, 2007 - 6 answers

I am looking for advice on forming a direct relationship with my landlord. [more inside]
posted by tellurian on Jun 15, 2007 - 11 answers

How to be a (cheapskate) grown-up in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by twistofrhyme on May 30, 2007 - 8 answers

Missouri rental lease question inside. [more inside]
posted by c:\awesome on May 23, 2007 - 4 answers