End Hidden Rental Fees: New Protections for Renters
This act aims to protect renters from unfair fees, such as application fees or background check fees. It also introduces new rules for late payment fees and requires landlords to disclose key information before signing a lease. This will give citizens greater transparency and control over rental costs.
Key points
Prohibits charging application fees and tenant screening fees.
Late rent fees must be credited towards the following month's rent.
Landlords must disclose total monthly costs, past litigation, ongoing maintenance issues, and rent increase history.
Prohibits using credit scores and nationwide consumer reports for tenant screening.
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