Whether you're a first-time renter or a seasoned tenant, it's crucial to know your rights and find the best deals on rental properties--especially at a time when renting is a more popular option than ever. Backed by decades of real estate experience, American Tenant lays out all the issues you need to know--the questions to ask, what to expect, and how to interpret and negotiate leases. Drawn from years of experience helping thousands of clients, American Tenant delivers everything you need to know to get the most from your tenant/landlord relationship.

• Information on credit and background checks
• Tools and techniques to negotiate your lease
• Explanations of your civil rights
• Agreements about maintenance and repair
• Ways to handle roommates, evictions, and many other issues

Bonus CD-ROM features: Rental forms PLUS Landlord-tenant laws for all 50 states!