Mild winters, temperate summers and a wide range of activities may make North Carolina the ideal place for you to live. Unfortunately, the high humidity that accompanies the balmy weather also creates a breeding ground for mold. Although often consisting of harmless...
Landlord/tenant Matters
What makes a rental agreement legally valid?
Whether you're a tenant or landlord in North Carolina, knowing the basics about rental agreements is a must. Certain elements must be present for an agreement to be considered valid, and if these elements are not present, then legal issues can easily arise. The...
What should I look for in a landlord?
There is a lot of advice for landlords about choosing good tenants, but if you are on the other side of things, you may wonder if there is advice for choosing a good landlord in North Carolina. After all, the landlord of a property really has an effect on your overall...
What obligations do landlords have in North Carolina?
Whether you're a renter or the owner of a property, it's important to know who is responsible for what in a leasing situation. While tenants are beholden to the terms contained within the lease, landlords also have quite a few obligations according to the law. In this...
Altercation between landlord and tenant leads to criminal charges
It may go without saying that a landlord can become frustrated when their tenants in Raleigh fail to pay them the rent. Multiple missed payments may prompt them to take action either to enforce their rental agreement or commence eviction proceedings. Such situations...
Detailing your landlord’s duties during the winter
With winter fast approaching, many in Raleigh are currently ensuring that HVAC systems in their homes are capable of keeping them warm when called upon. When you live in a rental property, that responsibility falls on your landlord. The trouble is that the definition...
What should I know about subleasing?
Subleasing is a situation where a person renting or leasing commercial property rents all or a portion of the space to a third party. This situation can be quite complex, and issues can easily arise when the right information isn't made available. TheBalance.com goes...
A closer look at the purpose and benefit of a security deposit
When landlords and tenants enter into a contractual agreement in North Carolina, they often arrange a security deposit in an agreed-upon amount that will be returned to the renters at the close of the contract if certain terms and conditions are met. A tenant's...
Be Prepared for Hurricane Florence
As Hurricane Florence approaches, many North Carolina residents fear that their home may be damaged. Should this occur, keep calm and have an action plan ready before the damage occurs!Here are some things you can do to be prepared if you need to act quickly:1....
What are tenant red flags I should look for?
As a landlord in Raleigh, you know that finding a quality tenant can be tough. While most renters are invested in keeping the property neat, following the law, and making sure rent is paid on time, others may flout rules and regulations on a regular basis. As...


