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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced the introduction of the Tenants’ Right to Organize Act on Wednesday. This legislation aims to amend the United States Housing Act of …
Tenant Power Revolution: Fetterman’s New Bill Champions Housing Rights! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC) recently ordered 1952 Allegheny Associates LP to pay over $55,000 in a case involving racial and national origin discrimination. This decision …
Pennsylvania Orders Landlord to Pay $55,000 in Discrimination Case Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an enforcement action by the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office, a Warren County property management company, Miller Properties Group, LLC, and its owner, Jason Miller, have reached …
Pennsylvania Property Management Company Settles Over Unlawful Water Shut-Off Allegations Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A State College-based landlord, Greek Housing Services, Inc., has been held accountable for charging student tenants an unlawful administrative fee against their security deposits. The settlement, recently …
State College Landlord Settles Over Unlawful Fees, Promises Restitution for Student Tenants Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — On December 8, 2023, the city of Wilmington levied additional weekly fines totaling $8,500 against landlord Adolf J. Pokorny. This move comes in response to persistent building …
Wilmington Landlord Faces Escalating Fines Over Serious Building Code Violations Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a lawsuit against A.R. Building Company, Inc., a Butler County-based landlord, over alleged unlawful leasing and debt collection practices. The company …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Sues A.R. Building Company Over Alleged Unlawful Leasing, Debt Collection Practices Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry reached a settlement with a State College landlord, Legacy Realty & Property Management, LLC, which charged student tenants allegedly unlawful administrative fees attached to security …
Landlord Settlement: $17,500 Paid to Impacted Tenants for Security Deposit Issues Read More PENNSYLVANIA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a lawsuit filed Wednesday in Fayette County Common Pleas Court against property owners, Joseph F. John and his son Joseph F. John II, …
Unlawful Leasing: Defective Homes and Retaliatory Behavior, Father-Son Landlords Under Restraining Order Read More
Finding an apartment to rent can be an exciting yet daunting experience. With so many factors to consider, it can be overwhelming. One of the most critical steps to take …
17 Crucial Questions to Ask When Renting an Apartment Read More
READING, PA — Sen. Judy Schwank (D-Berks) this week introduced a package of renter’s protection bills in the Pennsylvania Senate.
Schwank Introduces Renter’s Protection Bills: Ensuring Fairness and Affordable Housing for All Read More