Rent Smart

This CD is designed for community trainers to help high-risk tenants succeed as tenants and avoid confrontations and legal hassles. Includes front matter, 11 lessons, appendices, handouts, evaluation forms, PowerPoint presentations, promotional brochures, and a workbook outline.

Lessons

1: How Much Will It Cost?

2: Money for Rent

3: Making the Most of Your Credit Report

4: Finding a Place to Live

5: Checking Out the Rental Unit and the Landlord

6: The Rental Application Process

7: Understanding Rental Agreements

8: Maintenance: Who Is Responsible for What?

9: Home Maintenance: Keeping It Clean and Safe

10: Communicating with Your Landlord and Neighbors

11: Moving On—Notice, Security Deposits, and Evictions