Monday, February 18, 2008

 

Renting the Right Way

I just got a copy of Renting the Right Way, written by Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation, and this is a great booklet for all landlords. I recommend that you check it out. It is a very clear and easy booklet that discusses both the practical know-how and the proper and legal way of dealing with your tenants. There are sample eviction notices, letters, leases, and forms. There is advice on going it alone if you can't or won't pay an attorney in an eviction case. I just can't say enough about how great and helpful this booklet is for the seasoned professional to the novice landlord.
You can check out Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation at cvls@cvls.org or call 312-332-1624 for more information.

Comments:
Hi Mel,

I was looking for a good lease to use for a new tenant. We rent one unit out of our 2-flat. I was wondering if using the standard Chicago lease implies that we are under the rental ordinance but since we're not, I thought this was giving tenants the wrong impression. What do you think?
 
It could be confusing to a tenant. I would recommend stating in the lease that the lease is not subject to the RLTO because it is an owner occupied 2 flat. Also depending on the form you use the RLTO can be removed so don't give a copy of it if you don't have to.
 
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