🧳 Transition & Reentry Skills *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

5.4 – Tenant Rights and Responsibilities: Knowing your rights and responsibilities as a tenant empowers you to maintain fairness and stability in your housing situation. Tenant rights include safe living conditions, privacy, and protection from unlawful eviction, while responsibilities include paying rent on time, maintaining cleanliness, and respecting property rules. Reading your lease thoroughly prevents misunderstandings about repairs, deposits, or penalties. Landlords must address maintenance issues promptly, but tenants must also report problems in writing to create documentation. Understanding local housing laws helps you advocate for yourself effectively without conflict. Maintaining respectful communication with landlords builds trust and cooperation. Fulfilling your responsibilities consistently shows reliability, making it easier to rent or renew in the future. Knowing your rights ensures you’re treated fairly, while meeting your duties demonstrates accountability. Together, these habits strengthen your foundation for long-term housing success and prevent avoidable disputes that could threaten your stability.

About this course

Essential skills to support smooth life transitions and successful reentry into independent living and community life.

This course includes:
  • Transition and reentry planning templates
  • Resource guides for housing, employment, and community support
  • Scenario-based exercises for problem-solving and adaptation

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