What Can You Charge a Tenant’s Security Deposit For in Philly?
Tenants leave trash on the sidewalk and windows wide open at move-out. Here’s what a Philadelphia landlord can actually charge a security deposit for — and what you can’t.
Month: August 2026
Philadelphia Rental Occupancy Limits: How Many Tenants Can Legally Live in Your Unit?
Philadelphia occupancy limits explained: how many tenants can legally live in your rental, egress rules for basements, and how to avoid fair housing complaints.
Who Replaces Light Bulbs in a Rental — Tenant or Landlord?
Are light bulbs a tenant or landlord expense in a Philadelphia rental? The short answer is tenant — but the smart answer has real exceptions.
Philadelphia Late Rent Fees: What Landlords Can Legally Charge in 2025
Philadelphia caps late rent fees at 5% of monthly rent — and requires a grace period first. Here’s exactly what you can legally charge and how to enforce it.
Breaking a Lease in Pennsylvania: A Landlord’s 2025 Guide
A Philadelphia landlord’s 2025 guide to early lease termination in PA — when tenants can legally walk, when they still owe you, and how to protect yourself.
Is Zillow’s Rent Estimate Accurate? A Philly Landlord’s Honest Take
Zillow’s rent estimate is off by $100–$300/month on most Philly rentals. Here’s how accurate it really is — and how to actually price your property.
