Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. This article is part 2 for Cleveland Heights and before reading this article, we recommend you begin with part 1.

Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. Learn about the eviction process in Cleveland Heights, including the prohibition of ‘self-help’ and the steps required to legally remove a tenant.

The first step of any commercial lease, whether as Tenant or as Landlord, is to set down the basic terms with a Letter of Intent (LOI). Learn about the essential elements of an LOI and how it can be binding or non-binding based on initial negotiations.

Discovering a mechanic’s lien on your property can be alarming—but Ohio law gives you ways to fight back. Learn how to remove a lien from your property.

With the booming real estate market in Cleveland, choosing a trustworthy home contractor is crucial to avoid financial and legal messes. Learn essential tips to ensure your contractor is registered, licensed, and reliable.

The Ohio Court has invalidated the Cleveland Municipal Housing Court's rule requiring landlords to provide lead safe certification before evicting a tenant. Learn about the implications of this decision and how it affects the eviction process in Cleveland.

Starting July 1, 2021, Ohio mandates that all residential home inspections be conducted by licensed inspectors. This new regulation offers potential relief for home buyers, including the ability to sue for negligent inspections and access the Home Inspection Recovery Fund.

In Ohio, a written and signed contract is essential for any real estate transaction to be enforceable. Without it, verbal agreements hold no legal weight, potentially leading to unenforceable contracts and significant challenges in court.

It's spring, and water is entering your house—maybe through the roof, siding, or basement. After inspection, you find out this issue has been ongoing for a long time, and the previous owner likely knew but didn't disclose it. What are your options?

You’re locked into a lease that auto-renewed. Or are you? Learn how Ohio’s statute of conveyances can be a powerful tool to exit an otherwise automatically renewing lease without financial penalty.

Struggling with a contractor who left your roof unfinished? Find out how municipal bonds can help you recover damages and ensure your roof is repaired.

Breaking up is hard enough, but what do you do with the house you bought together? Discover the options available to unmarried couples facing this dilemma and learn how to navigate the legal complexities involved.