The importance of habitability can’t be overstated. The term refers to anything that threatens the health and welfare of tenants or the livability of the property. Heating, running water, roof leaks, unsafe electrical, carpeting, stairways, or sidewalks are among the most common problems. An implied warranty of habitability, or a warranty that a property is […]
Colorado Laws for Landlords
What You Need to Know About the Eviction Process
Rents must be paid on time each month if you are a landlord. At some point during your tenure, you might be surprised at how likely it is that you will face eviction. Data on US evictions has been compiled in recent years and shows just how common eviction is. It is estimated that there […]
Colorado Governor signed a policy that curbs evictions for “cause”
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a policy that curbs evictions for “cause” into law on Friday, making the state the sixth in the nation to enact such a policy. In effect, tenants have a right of first refusal to renew their leases under the law passed by the legislature late last month. A tenant who […]
Housing affordability a serious concern in states facing severe shortages
As house prices rise, making housing unaffordable to many, governors in Colorado, Massachusetts and New York are recognizing that they must play an important role in keeping up with demand. State governors need to take action to increase the housing stock in their states. A few initiatives to increase Colorado’s housing supply were […]