Describe the process of renting a residence.

Description should include examination of available residential rental property and the following considerations:

  • Advantages and disadvantages of each rental option
  • Rental applications and agreements (including interpretation of the provisions of a residential lease agreement)
  • Rental inspections
  • Landlord and tenant responsibilities
  • Estimated moving expenses and installation charges
  • Steps in the rental process
  • Renters insurance
  • Remedies that are available at the federal, state, and local levels

Teacher Resource:

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Links to an external site. (https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov/housing)