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What a Landlord Cannot Do in Arizona?

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  Compliance for Landlords & Property Managers What a Landlord Cannot Do in Arizona? By Roy L. Kaufmann November 19, 2024 SPREAD THE WORD Being an Arizona residential landlord offers many benefits, including tax deductions, the opportunity to earn more money through annual rent increases, and property value appreciation. While it’s a lucrative endeavor, you must abide by Arizona landlord-tenant laws to avoid legal issues. The circumstances can be immense if a landlord fails to follow the rules. So, what are the basics you should know about Arizona landlord-tenant law? To ensure you follow Arizona law, we’ve developed a guide on what a landlord cannot do (Arizona edition). #1: An Active Duty Service Member Can’t Be Evicted Due to the SCRA You can’t evict your tenant if they’re an active duty service member. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protects armed forces personnel from being evicted because they fail to pay rent. This federal law permits service members to post...
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Tenant and Landlord Rights and Obligations in Arizona

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  Tenant and Landlord Rights and Obligations in Arizona January 24, 2025 Christine A. Ferraris Navigating the landlord-tenant relationship in Arizona can be complex, especially when misunderstandings arise about rights and responsibilities. Both parties have protections under the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (the “Act”) to help ensure fairness and provide some clarity as to obligations. Here is a summary of the Act’s protections to help maintain a successful relationship between landlords and tenants.   Tenant Rights in Arizona   As a tenant, you have the right to:   Safe and Habitable Living Conditions : Landlords must maintain the property in a livable condition, including functioning utilities, plumbing, and compliance with health and safety codes. You should provide written notice of any problems and keep copies of the notices provided. Privacy : Under the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, landlords are required to provide tenants wit...
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