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Tenant Information

• Signing A Lease
• Moving
• Find A Home
• Landlord/Roommate Issues

Finding A Home

• Where to look
• When to look
• Costs

Signing A Lease

• Rental agreements
• Tips on leasing
• When to sign

Moving In

• Move-in day
• Problems with property
• Renter's insurance

Moving Out

• Subleasing
• Deposits

Landlord Issues

• Possible Reasons For Landlord To Enter
• Eviction
• Abuse Of Access
• Inadequate Living Conditions
• Lack Of Essential Services Procedure
• Repairs
• Failure To Deliver

Roommate Issues

• Roommate Agreements

Legal Assistance

Information provided on this web site pertaining to tenant/landlord issues and procedures is general information about Iowa Tenant/Landlord Law. (See Chapter 562A Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Law). The information pertains to Iowa law. If you are viewing this site from another state you should be aware that this area of law differs from state to state.

Before you take any action based on information from this site, please seek legal advice. Your questions and facts are specific to your case. Therefore, information on this site cannot substitute for legal advice from an attorney practicing in your jurisdiction. Again, you should consult an attorney before taking any legal action based on information found on this site.

Legal Counsel/Help

Students:
UNIVERSITY OF IOWA STUDENT LEGAL SERVICES
(319)335-3276

Non-Students:
LEGAL SERVICES CORPORATION OF IOWA
(low income eligibility requirements)
(319)335-6570

Lawyer Referral Service:
1-800-532-1108