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All guide articles on the topic Tenancy law
Are you interested in a specific topic related to renting, living, or letting? Here you’ll find all guide articles we’ve assigned to this focus area. Whether legal, practical or conceptual – our articles help you dive deeper and find the information you need quickly.
Category Renting and Housing Search
10 Frequently Asked Questions from Tenants
The housing market is highly competitive in many cities – making it all the more important to be ... »
Category Legal & Security
How to understand tenancy law – Essential information for tenants about rights and obligations
Note: This article is for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute leg... »
Category Tenancy law
Subletting Permission – Tenant and Landlord Rights Explained
Landlord’s Permission for Subletting Subletting means that a tenant rents out part of their apart... »
Fixed-Term Rental Agreements – Rules and Tenant Rights
What Is a Fixed-Term Lease? A fixed-term lease is a rental agreement with a defined duration. It ... »
Rental Defects and Legal Remedies – How Tenants Can Enforce Their Rights
What Counts as a Rental Defect? A rental defect exists when the apartment does not meet the agree... »
Reimbursement of Expenses – When Tenants Can Repair Defects Themselves
What Is Reimbursement of Expenses? Reimbursement of expenses (German: Aufwendungsersatz) is an im... »
Rent Reduction – Tenant Rights, Risks, and Safe Alternatives
Conditions and Risks of Rent Reduction A rent reduction is legally permitted if the apartment can... »
Termination Due to Defects – When Tenants Can End the Lease Immediately
Legal Basis for Immediate Termination Under Section 543(1) of the German Civil Code (BGB), tenant... »
Ordinary Termination – Rights and Duties for Tenants and Landlords
Termination by the Tenant Tenants may terminate the lease at any time in compliance with the stat... »
Extraordinary Termination – When Tenants or Landlords Can End the Lease Immediately
What Is an Extraordinary Termination? An extraordinary termination (also known as immediate termi... »
Moving Out – Renovation Duties for Tenants and Flatshares
Renovation at Moving Out – General Legal Principles When moving out of an apartment or flatshare,... »
Moving Out of an Apartment or Shared Flat – Security Deposit Refund and Tenant Rights
Right to Reclaim the Security Deposit When moving out of an apartment or when a flatmate leaves a... »
Enforcement in Rental Apartments – What Tenants Should Know
1. What Does Enforcement Mean? Enforcement occurs when a creditor uses the court system to collec... »
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