In the world of commercial leases, a landlord's lien can be a critical tool that provides an additional layer of security for the landlord against tenant defaults. But what exactly does this mean for ...

The U.S. housing market is undergoing significant changes, offering tenants new legal protections and altering traditional rental dynamics. As rental prices soar, understanding these shifts is crucial ...

Clackamas Women's Services says the “tenant confidentiality” bill would help protect women trying to escape their abusers.

When it comes to the sale or financing of real property, tenant estoppel certificates are not just formalities—they are crucial documents that confirm the status of existing leases. Tenant estoppel ...

As 2025 ends, the U.S. housing market is revealing a new reality. Homeownership is slipping farther out of reach for many, while the pool of renters and small landlord investors expands. For agents, ...

The law does not value rental property as homes. Nob Hill tenants fighting for improved conditions are likely to be bounced when a new owner comes in, writes housing advocate.

The following is excerpted from Abolish Rent: How Tenants Can End the Housing Crisis by Tracy Rosenthal and Leonardo Vilchis, published by Haymarket Books. The first LA Tenants Union meeting was a ...

Just two years ago, Tacoma voters made their voices heard at the ballot box. By passing the Tenant Bill of Rights, officially the Landlord Fairness Code (LFC), we enacted some of the strongest renter ...