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The Landlord Application Bill
New Hampshire bill limits landlord application fees to one a year
Prohibiting landlords from charging more than one application fee per tenant every 12 months.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would stop landlords from charging you more than one application fee in a year, saving you money when looking for a home.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
This bill would help people looking for a place to live by stopping landlords from charging many application fees. Right now, if you apply to a few apartments from the same landlord, you might have to pay a fee for each one. This bill would say you only pay one fee every 12 months, no matter how many places you apply for with that landlord. Landlords might say they need these fees to cover their costs for checking backgrounds and credit. But for renters, these fees add up quickly. This bill is still being discussed, so now is the time to let your lawmakers know if you think this is a good idea to help renters save money.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- It would stop landlords from charging the same person more than one application fee in a 12-month period.
- This rule would apply even if a tenant applies for many units or renews with the same landlord.
- An application fee includes money for background checks, credit checks, or office costs.
- The bill would start 60 days after it passes.
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