Important Information

Rent

I am thinking about renting out my property. What are some basic things that I should know about? Being a Landlord (BNI)
Does a landlord have to pay interest on a security deposit? (MLAN)
What are the rules regarding tenants, roomers and guests at my house? Responsibilities of Tenants, Roomers, and Guests (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants (LAB/MLAN)

I want to paint my apartment and put up some new shelves. What should I know before doing so? Repairs or improvements to rented property (BNI)
Right after moving in, I found out that the apartment does not have any heating, and the sewage system does not work properly. What do I do? Warranty of Habitability in Baltimore City (BNI)
My landlord refuses to make repairs on my apartment. What can I do to force him to make the repairs? Forcing Landlords to Make Repairs
There are no Smoke Detectors in my apartment complex. Is my landlord required to provide them? Smoke Detectors (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants. (LAB/MLAN)

Are you concerned about criminal activity around where you live? Examine the area (BNI)
My landlord refuses to do anything about the disturbances caused by my neighbors. What can I do? Constructive Eviction (BNI)
My neighbors have parties all the time and are very noisy. What can I do? Noise (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants (LAB/MLAN)

Does my landlord have the right to change my locks, turn off my water, electricity, and gas if I am late with my rent? Illegal Lockout/Denial of Essential Services (BNI)
My landlord wants to evict me. What can he evict me for? Evictions
My landlord says I'll be evicted if I call the housing inspector. Is this legal? (BNI)
Evictions and Lease Renewal in Federally Subsidized Housing (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants (LAB/MLAN)

Are you about to break your lease? There are certain facts that you should know before doing so. Breaking your lease. (BNI)
My landlord agreed to cancel my lease. Should I have a written record of this? Sample lease cancellation agreement (BNI)
I don't want to renew my lease, what should I do? Proper Notice (BNI)
Evictions and Lease Renewal in Federally Subsidized Housing (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants (LAB/MLAN)

The Maryland Attorney-General's Office Tips on Avoiding Disputes between landlords and tenants.
I have a complaint against my landlord. What should I do first? What tenants can do (BNI)
Things you should know about the relationship between you and your landlord. Points to consider (BNI)
I obtained a money judgment in court. How do I go about collecting on it? Collecting a Judgment (BNI)
I have been summoned to go to court regarding my rent. Anything I should know to prepare myself? Rent Court (BNI)
Special Issues for public and subsidized housing tenants (LAB/MLAN)

What if my Landlord Sells the Property? Sale of Rental Property (MaryPIRG)
My Apartment complex is being converted into condominiums. What Can I Do? You may have certain rights and privileges when this happens Conversion to Condominium Ownership
My Apartment Complex is Being Foreclosed on. What Can I Do? You have certain rights that may protect you if this occurs Foreclosure of the Property
My Apartment Complex is Being Sold Because of Taxes Owed by my Landlord. What Can I Do? If the property is sold, you may be evicted regardless of your lease Tax Sale Notification

My Landlord is Offering me a "Lease Option Agreement". What is it, and Should I accept it?

This is an option to purchase some interest in the property you are renting