Tenant guides
Plain-English answers to the questions tenants actually ask.
Updated April 2026
Rent Stabilized vs Rent Controlled — What's the Actual Difference?
The two terms get used interchangeably, but they protect tenants in very different ways. Here's a plain-English breakdown.
Updated April 2026
What to Do When Your Landlord Raises Rent Illegally
A step-by-step playbook for tenants facing an unlawful rent hike — without lawyering up on day one.
Updated April 2026
How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give Before Raising Rent?
Notice rules vary wildly by state — from 7 days in North Carolina to 180 days in Seattle. Here's the full picture.
Updated April 2026
How to Write a Rent Increase Dispute Letter (Free Template)
The exact wording to use when pushing back on a rent hike — including a copy-paste template.