Course Description
Learn valuable techniques on interpreting and implementing key landlord-tenant law basics.
From the rental agreement to security deposits and eviction actions, you need to stay on top of all aspects of landlord-tenant law. Register today for this informative seminar and get clarification on how to perform key property management duties without hassle. You will find out what you should include in the rental agreement to avoid problems down the line - such as rent and security deposit details, and what happens in case of default.
Get tips on screening potential tenants, complying with state and federal nondiscrimination laws, and legally executing an eviction - should the worst happen. Don't risk jeopardizing the landlord-tenant relationship and incurring unnecessary costs and even lawsuits. Attend this seminar and learn to keep your organization out of trouble.
Who should attend?
This seminar is designed for attorneys, property managers,
presidents, vice presidents, general managers, landlords, accountants,
controllers, housing coordinators, real estate agents and brokers,
business owners and other real estate professionals.
Benefits for You
- Avoid legal battles by getting a firm grasp of both landlord and tenant obligations
- Tips on drafting better leases
- Determine what questions you can ask on a rental application
- Learn how to effectively manage tenant default and bankruptcy
Learning Objectives
- You will be able to review tenant screening and lease provisions.
- You will be able to discuss housing laws.
- You will be able to describe evictions.
- You will be able to explain security deposit requirements.
Agenda
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM |
Registration |
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8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Tenant Screening |
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— Bryce K. Dalton |
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- How to Choose a Tenant
- Do's and Don'ts
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Lease Provisions |
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— Bryce K. Dalton |
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- Uniform Landlord-Tenant Act Standards
- Allowable Rules and Regulations
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10:00 AM - 10:10 AM |
Break |
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10:10 AM - 11:15 AM |
Housing Laws |
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— Jonathan E. Kramer |
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- Fair Housing Act
- Disability Issues
- Protected Classes
- Civil Rights Administrative Process
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11:15 AM - 12:00 PM |
Low Income Housing |
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— Jonathan E. Kramer |
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- A Few Important HUD Regulations
- Importance of Interplay Between State and Federal Laws
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch (On Your Own) |
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1:00 PM - 1:45 PM |
Landlord Liability |
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— Jonathan E. Kramer |
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- Statutory Duties
- Security Liability
- Personal Injuries/Premises Liability
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1:45 PM - 2:50 PM |
Evictions |
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— Brooke S. Van Vliet |
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- Notice Requirements
- Service
- Clear and Present Danger
- Multiple Tenants Issues
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2:50 PM - 3:00 PM |
Break |
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3:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
Security Deposit Requirements |
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— Brooke S. Van Vliet |
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
When Tenant or Landlord Files Bankruptcy |
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— Kristina M. Stanger |
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- Landlord-Tenant Bankruptcy Overview
- Treatment of Leases and Executory Contracts Under the Bankruptcy Code
- Limitations on the Rights and the Automatic Stay
- Review of the Assumption and/or Rejection Procedure and the Automatic Stay (Commercial vs. Residential)
- Trends and Hot Topics
- The Top Seven Tips for Successful Landlords Dealing With Bankruptcy
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