What rights do tenants, landlords have when it comes to raising the rent?

What rights do tenants, landlords have when it comes to raising the rent?

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The video discusses the challenges tenants face with rising rent prices and limited legal options in most states. Michelle Gilbert from the Law Center for Better Housing provides insights into rent control laws, highlighting that only a few states have caps on rent increases. The video also covers factors affecting rent hikes, such as corporate landlords and additional fees, and offers strategies for tenants to negotiate better terms. It emphasizes the importance of notice periods and explores landlord perspectives on maintaining tenant relationships and accessing rental assistance programs.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the national average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment according to the video?

$1200

$2000

$1800

$1500

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which states are mentioned as having rent control measures?

Nevada and Arizona

New York and California

Texas and Florida

Illinois and Ohio

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of landlords are less likely to impose large rent increases?

International landlords

Government landlords

Small landlords

Corporate landlords

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should tenants be cautious about in addition to rent increases?

Parking availability

Pet policies

Additional fees

Lease duration

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key strategy for tenants to have leverage in rent negotiations?

Paying the increase without question

Ignoring the increase

Having a good amount of notice

Threatening to leave

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it beneficial for landlords to maintain good tenant relationships?

To sell the property

To increase rent frequently

To reduce maintenance costs

To avoid having empty apartments

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason landlords might work with rental assistance programs?

To increase property value

To reduce property taxes

To access rental assistance

To evict tenants