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HARRISBURG, PA — A State College-based landlord, Greek Housing Services, Inc., has been held accountable for charging student tenants an unlawful administrative fee against their security deposits. The settlement, recently …
State College Landlord Settles Over Unlawful Fees, Promises Restitution for Student Tenants Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — On December 8, 2023, the city of Wilmington levied additional weekly fines totaling $8,500 against landlord Adolf J. Pokorny. This move comes in response to persistent building …
Wilmington Landlord Faces Escalating Fines Over Serious Building Code Violations Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a lawsuit against A.R. Building Company, Inc., a Butler County-based landlord, over alleged unlawful leasing and debt collection practices. The company …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Sues A.R. Building Company Over Alleged Unlawful Leasing, Debt Collection Practices Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry reached a settlement with a State College landlord, Legacy Realty & Property Management, LLC, which charged student tenants allegedly unlawful administrative fees attached to security …
Landlord Settlement: $17,500 Paid to Impacted Tenants for Security Deposit Issues Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a lawsuit filed Wednesday in Fayette County Common Pleas Court against property owners, Joseph F. John and his son Joseph F. John II, …
Unlawful Leasing: Defective Homes and Retaliatory Behavior, Father-Son Landlords Under Restraining Order Read More
Finding an apartment to rent can be an exciting yet daunting experience. With so many factors to consider, it can be overwhelming. One of the most critical steps to take …
17 Crucial Questions to Ask When Renting an Apartment Read More
READING, PA — Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) this week introduced a package of renter’s protection bills in the Pennsylvania Senate.
Schwank Introduces Renter’s Protection Bills: Ensuring Fairness and Affordable Housing for All Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced action against a Shippensburg landlord and his affiliates for allegedly discriminating against a Black family, attempting to block their move-in, and harassing them …
Attorney General Takes Swift Action Against Discrimination: Landlord Faces Consequences for Unfair Treatment of Black Family Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Justice Department announced that it recently filed a lawsuit against Timothy Britton, the owner and operator of rental properties in the Falls Creek, Pennsylvania, area and Britton …
Pennsylvania Landlord Sued for Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Against Tenants Read More
There is no easy answer when it comes to the question of whether you should buy or rent a home. It depends on a variety of factors, including your current …
Should You Buy or Rent a Home? The Pros and Cons Read More