Can landlord raise my rent 25%?

Q: My rent has been going up every few months; it's now 25 percent higher than last year. What can I do to stop the increases? Can the landlord raise it as often as he wants?

A: Rents have been steadily rising, giving landlords in non-rent-controlled areas free reign to raise rents. When you have a lease in effect, a specific rental amount is usually listed and protected by the life of the contract. For tenants without a lease, the best way to level the playing field is to request a written lease.

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