Unhappy neighbors, insurance issues among detractors
Increased protection benefits landlords, tenants alike
Tenants can't ignore unpaid fees forever
Cost, convenience may be more important than privacy
Local codes, leases may prohibit changes to property
Are subleases legally binding?
Key problems include maintenance, pets, due dates
Should tenant break lease if requirements aren't met?
Can landlord suddenly reject financial arrangement?
Who is responsible for waterline repair?
Landlord generally responsible for downspout maintenance
Inability to find replacement rental presents dilemma
More than $3,000 lost because of simple mistake
Friend learns lesson the hard way
But both sides must collaborate on solution
Landlord claims coverage includes property damage, lawsuits