Tag Archive: Evictions

Your Landlord Tenant Questions Answered

For many Alabama landlords the Landlord Tenant laws can seem like a maze of confusing rules.  Not following the rules can cost landlords valuable time and money.  So, in an effort to demistify the process, I will be answering some of the most commonly asked landlord tenant questions. Today’s Question? My tenant’s utilities have been…

Landlords: Pick Your Property Manager Wisely

If you own rental property, you know that sometimes maintaining a property is time consuming.  That is why many landlords choose to contract with a property management company to manage their units.  Hiring a property manager can save you time but it is important to ensure that the manager complies with the landlord tenant laws…

Alabama Legislature May Extend Landlord Protections

The 2009 Legislative Session is in full swing in Montgomery.  As with any session there are a number of bills under consideration.  However there is one bill of note for landlords across the state.  As you may remember, last fall Jefferson County voters passed a local law that would stop the Water Works Board from…

How To Give Your Alabama Tenant Notice of Termination

One of the most common questions I get is how do I give my tenant notice of lease termination.  No matter what notice you are giving to your tenant, landlords should be aware that proper written notice must be given before an eviction can be filed.  Here are five simple tips to help ensure that…

Do I Really Need an Attorney to File an Eviction in Alabama?

One of the smartest questions a potential client can ask is whether or not they need an attorney to file an eviction.  Clients have a right to know if there is an option for them that does not involve hiring an attorney.  For some landlords, an attorney is legally necessary and for others, an attorney…

Rental Property Owner’s Guide to the New Landlord Tenant Law, Part 8

We have been talking a lot about the new landlord tenant law that took effect last year. Since this new law is so important to Alabama property owners, we are going to spend a little time going over all of the things you need to know to ensure that you are in compliance. Today’s Topic:…

Rental Property Owner’s Guide to the New Landlord Tenant Law, Part 7

We have been talking a lot about the new landlord tenant law that took effect last year. Since this new law is so important to Alabama property owners, we are going to spend a little time going over all of the things you need to know to ensure that you are in compliance. Today’s Topic:…

Rental Property Owner’s Guide to the New Landlord Tenant Law, Part 6

We have been talking a lot about the new landlord tenant law that took effect last year. Since this new law is so important to Alabama property owners, we are going to spend a little time going over all of the things you need to know to ensure that you are in compliance. Today’s Topic:…

Rental Property Owner’s Guide to the New Landlord Tenant Law, Part 5

We have been talking a lot about the new landlord tenant law that took effect last year. Since this new law is so important to Alabama property owners, we are going to spend a little time going over all of the things you need to know to ensure that you are in compliance. Today’s Topic:…

Rental Property Owner’s Guide to the New Landlord Tenant Law, Part 4

We have been talking a lot about the new landlord tenant law that took effect last year. Since this new law is so important to Alabama property owners, we are going to spend a little time going over all of the things you need to know to ensure that you are in compliance. Today’s Topic:…