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It is quite evident that Huntsville's housing market is well-established. With its consistently increasing population and diversified but specialized sector, it only increases the demand for real estate with time. However, you need to be aware of specific real estate data and the rest of the city's economic and demographic backdrop if you plan to invest in Huntsville's real estate market. Learn More A dynamic combination of commercial and public industry sectors, such as aerospace, defense, technology, and education, are what powers Huntsville…

In Alabama, landlords have a legal right to collect a security deposit from their tenants. The deposit acts as a cushion against negligent tenant actions, such as property damage and other breaches to the lease. But Alabama security deposit law governs how a landlord can both charge and use the deposit. So, it is important for every landlord operating in Alabama to understand how these laws work along with the Alabama landlord-tenant laws. We at APM Leasing & Management have put together this article to help all landlords understand their…

In the state of Alabama, a tenancy is established once a landlord accepts rent from a tenant. At that point, both the landlord and the tenant obtain certain rights and responsibilities under the Alabama Code Title 35 Chapter 9A . As a landlord, understanding your legal obligations to your tenant is key to running a successful rental investment business. So, we at APM Leasing & Management have put together this overview of the Alabama landlord-tenant laws. Required Disclosures in Alabama As a landlord, you must disclose some important …

Alabama landlords can evict their tenants for just causes under the landlord-tenant laws. Examples of causes include the nonpayment of rent, any lease violation, or safety violations. But without a just cause, you must wait until the lease ends for a tenant to leave legally. Evicting a tenant isn’t as simple as just asking the tenant to leave, you’ll need to follow a step a step-by-step process to ensure you succeed in your efforts. This is why we at APM Leasing & Management have put together this guide on the Alabama eviction process. Pos…

A lease is a legally binding contract between two parties, usually running anywhere between six months and a year. During this time, your tenant has the contractual obligation to adhere to all terms of the lease. Including, paying rent for the entire duration the lease will run, whether or not they live there. While lease violations do happen in Alabama, landlords do have ways in which they can manage them. So, in today’s article, you’ll learn everything you need to know when it comes to a tenant breaking their lease in Alabama. Tenant Rights…