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Iowa Residential Lease Agreement
The Iowa Residential Lease Agreement is a legal document that binds a Landlord and Tenant over a set period of time for the renting of one's property.
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How Evictions Work: What Renters Need to Know
Your landlord can't evict you without terminating the tenancy first. This usually means giving you adequate written notice, in a specified way and form. Each state has its own procedures as to how termination notices and eviction papers must be written and delivered to you ("served"). check to learn more.
Illegal Eviction Procedures in Iowa
Examples of illegal “self-help” evictions include changing the locks, removing the front door, or turning off the heat or electricity—all of which may be the basis for a tenant suing a landlord. Iowa landlords must follow specific rules and procedures when evicting a tenant. check to learn more.
The basis of the Iowa Eviction Laws are found in Chapter 648 the Iowa Code under “Forcible Entry and Detainer.” If you are a landlord in Iowa, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with these eviction laws, as it is only a matter of time until you need to use them. check to learn more.