Renting Or Leasing A Home

Renting a home comes with both responsibilities and legal protections. This page explains what to look for in a lease, your rights as a tenant, and how to handle common problems with landlords.
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Ending A Rental Lease Early

This resource explains what happens when a tenant wants to end a lease early, including possible legal reasons for breaking the lease and what to expect.
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Federally Subsidized Housing Programs

This resource explains federally subsidized housing programs that provide affordable housing for low-income individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities.
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For Cause Evictions In Louisiana

This video provides an overview of for cause evictions in Louisiana, explaining the legal reasons a landlord can evict a tenant—such as nonpayment of rent, lease violations, or illegal activity—and the steps involved in the process.
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