Tenancy law

During the summer, some apartments can become extremely hot. In certain cases, tenants may even be able to reduce their rent due to the heat.

If you can't stand the heat in your bedroom at night, you might escape to the balcony to fall asleep. But is that allowed?

Operating a business from your apartment doesn't automatically mean you face eviction. A recent court ruling demonstrates this.

Many tenants believe they can offset their security deposit against unpaid rent. Why this isn't so and what consequences may follow.

Are electricity and gas contracts automatically canceled after a move, or do tenants need to handle this themselves?

Can an apartment only be rented or sold if it meets specific minimum standards? myHOMEBOOK provides the answer.

Experts explain which measures require the landlord's approval when securing the balcony for a cat.

There are increasing attempts at fraud where it is falsely claimed that a new bank account exists for rent payments.

Is it possible to pay only the base rent after moving out if the lease is still active? myHOMEBOOK spoke with an attorney about this.

If you use your garage not for your car but as a hobby room, workshop, or storage space, you could face a fine in the worst-case scenario.

Can a Partner Just Move Into Your Apartment? myHOMEBOOK spoke with a lawyer to clarify what you need to know.

When a rental agreement ends, tenants should avoid common mistakes during the apartment handover to ensure they get their security deposit back.

A tenant urinating in the garden caused a dispute that ended up in court. Here is the verdict at a glance.

Tenants can, for the first time this year, have a portion of the CO2 tax reimbursed by their landlords. How does one proceed with this?

The "Solar Package 1" aims to introduce measures that will make it easier for tenants with balcony solar panels. What's behind this initiative?

Painting, patching, repairing–what flaws must a landlord tolerate when a tenant moves out? An expert explains.

In some cases, landlords require tenants to clear out the basement. But is that even allowed? And where should all the stuff go?

At night, people are usually snuggled up in bed—so why not turn off the heating to save energy and money?

The responsibility for providing information about hot water and heating consumption lies with the landlord. However, there is room for improvement in this area.

Quiet hours are not standardized nationwide, but they do apply throughout Germany. What rules should you follow?

The term "operating costs" is likely familiar to everyone. But what exactly does it include, and what does it not?

The traffic light coalition reached an agreement on heating system replacements. Here's what will take effect and what could still cause disputes.

To attach flower pots, clotheslines, or decorations to a balcony, drilling is sometimes necessary. But is it even allowed?

Curious Case in Cologne: Tenant Lived Illegally in Apartment for 13 Years—Without Knowing It. How Did This Happen?

Cigarette smoke, noisy children, loud music? A recent survey reveals what bothers us most about our neighbors.

Landlords Cannot Enter Rental Apartments at Will: An Overview of Exceptions and Legal Guidelines

According to a ruling by the Federal Court of Justice (BGH), landlords can pass the costs of waste separation onto tenants. What's behind this decision?

When is an apartment so dirty that a landlord can issue an eviction notice? Courts in Germany have previously ruled differently on this matter.

When replacing a heating system, it is considered either a modernization or a repair. Depending on the classification, rent could increase.

Due to the energy crisis, everyone is cutting back. But can landlords also reduce heating? myHOMEBOOK investigated.

During the week, many people don't have time for cleaning and vacuuming. So, is it permissible to vacuum on Sundays?

If the heater isn't warming up, it doesn't necessarily mean it's broken. There are various reasons why it might initially stay cold.

If tenants discover pests in their home, they should act quickly and inform the landlord. Who is responsible for pest removal?