There are many reasons a landlord-tenant dispute can erupt in Delaware. During the current health crisis, many of these disagreements are about unpaid rent because the renter has lost employment, has medical expenses and is dealing with an uncertain future. The...
Landlord/Tenant Matters
When is early termination by the tenant allowed in Delaware?
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Dec 8, 2020 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
In Delaware, landlord-tenant disputes can be challenging for both sides. This issue has grown in prominence with the ongoing health issue engulfing the nation. Landlords have lamented the situation as they are often unable to collect what they are owed. Tenants have...
When can I issue tenant evictions?
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Nov 2, 2020 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Because of the recent unprecedented federal moratorium on evictions, Delaware landlords may be anxious to take action against renters who are causing trouble or costing the property owner money. Once the ban is lifted, there is likely to be a rush to the courts to...
Avoid potential disputes by asking the landlord some questions
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Apr 29, 2020 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Most people looking to rent here in Delaware know to ask about rental payments, security deposits, pet policies and similar questions. However, there are other questions that a potential tenant may want to ask the landlord before committing to signing a lease....
Efforts to resolve landlord/tenant matters
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 16, 2020 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Being a landlord is more complicated than buying a building and collecting rent. It is important for property owners to know and understand how Delaware laws apply to them, especially when faced with landlord/tenant matters. Disagreements with renters are common and...
What to do when rent is not paid
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jun 20, 2017 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
If a tenant in a Delaware residential property fails to pay rent, a landlord may have many options to either demand that it be paid or terminate the rental agreement. At any time after rent is due, a landlord may issue a written demand for payment. If the past due...
When landlords breach a lease agreement
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Sep 9, 2016 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Many Delaware residents rent a home or an apartment, but interactions with landlords don't always go according to plan. State law provides various mechanisms that renters can use to seek remedies or terminate their leases when their landlords fall short of their...
The importance of lease agreements
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 29, 2016 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
When a dispute develops between landlords and tenants in Delaware, the lease agreement is generally the first document that is consulted. Tenants hoping to avoid such misunderstandings may wish to read lease agreements and accompanying documentation thoroughly before...
Real estate law and tenant evictions in Delaware
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Mar 18, 2015 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Both tenants and landlords need to understand how the eviction process works and under what circumstances a tenant may be evicted. Many tenants commonly believe that landlords can simply throw them out, but that is not the case. Instead, landlords must go through the...
How a bankruptcy may impact a Delaware eviction
On behalf of Tunnell & Raysor, P.A. | Jan 23, 2015 | Landlord/Tenant Matters
Delaware landlords may not be aware that if they have started the eviction process against a tenant, it may be possible for the tenant to delay eviction if he or she has filed for a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. In the event that the tenant filed for bankruptcy...
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