Tenant Rights 101 (bilingual edition)

Tenant Rights 101 (Bilingual Edition): A Practical Guide for Renters in the U.S. is a clear, supportive, and bilingual-friendly guide designed to help renters understand their basic rights, responsibilities, and protections — no legal background required. Housing issues can feel overwhelming, especially for immigrant families, bilingual households, or first-time renters. This book breaks everything down into simple, easy-to-understand explanations so you know what to do, what to avoid, and how to protect yourself as a tenant. This is not legal advice — it's a communication and understanding guide that explains the most common rental situations in everyday English with bilingual-friendly support. Inside, you'll learn: Basic tenant rights in the U.S. (explained simply) What landlords must legally provide What tenants are responsible for How to read a lease and understand key terms Security deposits — what's allowed and what's not How to request repairs in writing What to do if your landlord ignores repairs Your rights during inspections or landlord visits What to say and do if you're being harassed or threatened How eviction works — and how to respond How to talk to housing offices, managers, and landlords clearly Sample scripts for communicating in English What documents to keep and how to stay organized How bilingual households can avoid common misunderstandings Perfect for: Immigrant and bilingual families First-time renters Young adults and students Low-income households Anyone who wants to feel confident dealing with housing issues Empowering, supportive, and practical, Tenant Rights 101 helps families protect themselves, communicate clearly, and understand the most important rental rules in the United States.