Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants and accessibility requirements in rental properties
Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Federal requirement for disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
Security Deposit Laws: State laws regulating maximum deposit amounts, holding requirements, return timelines, interest requirements, and allowable deductions
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing minimum standards for residential properties, including safety and habitability requirements
Rent Control Ordinances: Local laws regulating rent increases and tenant protections in specific jurisdictions
Local Licensing Requirements: Municipal regulations requiring landlords to obtain specific licenses or permits for rental properties
Consumer Protection Acts: State laws protecting tenants from unfair or deceptive practices in rental transactions
Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal law governing the use of credit reports in tenant screening and requirements for adverse action notices
Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts, including lease agreements, must be in writing to be enforceable
Contract Formation Elements: Legal requirements for valid contract creation including offer, acceptance, consideration, and capacity of parties
