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 persons in rental properties and common areas
Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act: Regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information, particularly relevant for tenant screening
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act: Federal law requiring disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
SAFE Act: Federal law establishing minimum standards for state licensing and registration of mortgage loan originators
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
State Property Management Licensing: State requirements for obtaining and maintaining property management licenses and certifications
State Real Estate Laws: Comprehensive state regulations governing real estate transactions and management
State Security Deposit Laws: State-specific regulations on handling, maintaining, and returning tenant security deposits
State Fair Housing Laws: State-level protections against housing discrimination, often providing additional protected classes beyond federal law
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations establishing minimum standards for residential property conditions and maintenance
Local Zoning Regulations: Municipal rules governing property use, occupancy, and development
Local Rental Registration: City or county requirements for registering and maintaining rental properties
Contract Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing formation and enforcement of contracts
Agency Law: Legal principles governing relationships between principals and agents in property management
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for property management operations
HUD Regulations: Federal housing and urban development rules affecting rental properties and management
Professional Standards: Industry-specific best practices and ethical guidelines for property management
