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Addressing Tenant - Landlord Disputes

In any rental agreement, disputes and disagreements are likely to occur between a tenant and a landlord. These disputes can cover a wide range of issues – increases in rent, failure to provide maintenance services, and disagreements over security deposits. However, there are a number of things that both renters and landlords should keep in mind when approaching disputes.

Keep Disputes as Simple as Possible

There are a number of things that both tenants and landlords can do to prevent disagreements from escalating beyond what is necessary or reasonable for the situation. In cases where legal assistance is required by one or both parties, there are a number of things that can be done to resolve the issue at hand as painlessly as possible.

Both landlords and tenants should try and keep the following items in mind:

• It is important to be aware of all local, state, and federal laws that may apply to the situation in question. If either party is unsure of what laws and / or regulations may apply, he or she should contact a legal professional immediately to help navigate the process.
• Both parties will want to ensure that the signed lease or rental agreement is clear so that items can be addressed directly and clearly.
• Discussion is imperative. If there is a dispute over a certain act or behavioral problem, try and discuss it and see if this brings any resolution.
• Any correspondence between the two parties should be kept in a file so that it can be referenced later if legal consultation occurs. This will expedite legal proceedings.

Contact a Minneapolis Leasing Lawyer

If you or someone you know is involved in a tenant / landlord dispute, contact the Minneapolis property leasing lawyers at the law firm of Skjold ▪ Barthel today at 612.746.2560 to schedule a consultation.