Fair Housing Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in housing transactions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability

Americans with Disabilities Act: Federal law requiring reasonable accommodations for disabled tenants and guarantors

Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal law governing the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer credit information for guarantor screening

Servicemembers Civil Relief Act: Federal law providing legal protections for active military service members in rental agreements

State Landlord-Tenant Laws: State-specific laws governing the relationship between landlords and tenants, including rights, obligations, and remedies

State Property Laws: State-specific regulations governing real property rights, transfers, and obligations

State Contract Laws: State-specific rules governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies

State Security Deposit Regulations: State-specific rules regarding the collection, holding, and return of security deposits

Statute of Frauds: Legal requirement that certain contracts, including guarantees, must be in writing and signed to be enforceable

Consumer Protection Laws: State and federal regulations protecting consumers from unfair practices and requiring specific disclosures

Legal Capacity Requirements: Laws governing who can legally enter into contracts, including age of majority and mental competency requirements

Local Housing Codes: Municipal regulations governing property maintenance, safety standards, and habitability requirements

Rent Control Laws: Local or state regulations governing rent increases and tenant protections in certain jurisdictions

Eviction Procedures: State and local laws governing the process for removing tenants and enforcing guarantor obligations

Joint and Several Liability Rules: Legal principles determining how liability is shared between primary tenants and guarantors