Domestic abuse has become a prevalent issue around the nation. It accounts for 1/5th of violent crimes and it’s typically taking place in a victim’s home.

As a landlord, do you know the laws regarding assistance animals? When you have a tenant renting from you that requires the medical need to have an animal, you need to be aware of your tenant’s rights and what federal and state laws say about the situation. Here is what landlords should know about this type of situation.

Break-ins can happen anywhere and landlords can feel the extra strain of this concern when they are renting out their property. Landlords and tenants can take precautions to ward off burglars, such as upgrading window locks, lighting up the exterior, and installing a home security system. Here are a few tips for landlords to help in preventing break-ins.