Fair Housing Act (FHA): Federal law that prohibits discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled persons in housing and public spaces
Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act: Regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information in tenant screening
Equal Credit Opportunity Act: Prohibits discrimination in credit transactions, including rental applications, based on protected characteristics
Truth in Lending Act: Requires disclosure of credit terms and costs in financial transactions related to property management
Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act: Requires disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards in properties built before 1978
State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific regulations governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, responsibilities, and remedies
State Property Management Licensing Requirements: State-specific requirements for obtaining and maintaining property management licenses
State Real Estate Laws: State-specific regulations governing real estate transactions and property management
State Security Deposit Laws: State-specific rules regarding the collection, handling, and return of security deposits
State Fair Housing Laws: State-specific anti-discrimination provisions in housing that may provide additional protections beyond federal law
Municipal Housing Codes: Local regulations setting minimum standards for property maintenance and habitability
Local Zoning Laws: Municipal regulations governing property use, occupancy, and business operations
Local Short-term Rental Regulations: City or county-specific rules governing short-term rental operations and licenses
Local Business Licensing Requirements: Municipal requirements for operating a property management or rental business
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for property management operations
Liability Provisions: Legal framework for allocating risk and responsibility between parties in the management agreement
Property Management Standards: Industry standards and best practices for professional property management services
Maintenance and Repair Obligations: Legal requirements and standards for property maintenance and repair responsibilities
Financial Reporting Requirements: Standards for maintaining and reporting financial records related to property management
Contract Termination Clauses: Legal requirements and considerations for ending the management agreement
Dispute Resolution Procedures: Legal framework for resolving conflicts between parties in the management agreement
