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How to Properly Raise Rent: A Guide for Landlords

  How to Properly Raise Rent: A Guide for Landlords Rent increases are an unpleasant experience, to put it mildly, but they are an essential component of property management. It guarantees that landlords keep up with inflation, rising market prices, and property costs such as upkeep and maintenance. However, raising your tenant’s monthly bill may come with legal obligations, and breaking the rules could land you in hot water. In this entry of Eviction Essentials : Your Guide to Landlord-Tenant Law and Courtroom Drama in North Carolina , we'll take landlords through the legal requirements for raising rent, notice periods, allowable increases, and how to deal with tenant pushback while preserving a good landlord-tenant relationship. 1. Understand Your Local and State Laws Make sure you comply with local and state rules before you even consider increasing your tenant's rent. A few cities and states have rent control regulations that limit how much and how often rent can be rais...