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Renters have many legal rights–learn yours and how to protect them!The only book of its kind, Every Tenant s Legal Guide gives you the legal and practical information you need (plus dozens of sample letters and forms) to find a great rental and landlord. Learn your rights regarding pets, guests, deposits, and privacy, and find out how to: – notify your landlord about needed repairs and use rent withholding or repair-and-deduct if you have to- avoid disputes with roommates over rent, deposits, guests, and noise- fight illegal discrimination, retaliation, or sexual harassment- navigate state and local rent control laws- deal with hazards like lead paint, mold, and bed bugs- break a lease with minimum liability, and- get your security deposit returned on time.The 11th edition of Every Tenant s Legal Guide includes charts detailing every state s landlord-tenant laws. This edition also includes information on how to deal with large, impersonal corporate landlords and the competitive rental markets found in nearly every state.