What are "tenant rights"?

Tenant rights refer to the legal protections and entitlements that individuals who rent property possess. These rights ensure that tenants can live in a safe, habitable environment and that they are treated fairly by their landlords. Such rights often include the right to a written lease agreement, protection against discrimination, the right to privacy, and the right to seek redress in the event of violations. Understanding tenant rights is essential for safeguarding tenants' interests and ensuring proper legal recourse if needed.

While responsibilities of property owners are important in the context of real estate, they do not define tenant rights. Similarly, regulations regarding property maintenance or guidelines for property sales focus on other aspects of real estate that are not directly linked to the protections afforded to renters. Tenant rights specifically deal with how tenants can exercise their rights in relation to their rental arrangements.