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Oklahoma Landlord/Tenant FAQs

• Q: What Happens If A Tenant Remains In Possession Of The Property?
  A: If the tenant remains in possession without the landlord's consent after the expiration of the term of the rental agreement or its termination under the Oklahoma … More
• Q: What Happens If The Dwelling That I Am Renting Is Not Open To Me At The Beginning Of My Lease?
  A: If the landlord fails to deliver possession of the dwelling unit to the tenant, rent abates until possession is delivered and the tenant may terminate the rental … More
• Q: What Is A Security Deposit?
  A: A security deposit is any money or other property required by a landlord from a tenant as a security and which is to be returned to the tenant upon termination of the … More
• Q: What Happens To My Security Deposit During My Lease?
  A: Any damage or security deposit required by a landlord of a tenant must be kept in an escrow account for the tenant, which account shall be maintained in the State of … More
• Q: What Happens To My Security Deposit At The End Of My Lease?
  A: Upon termination of the tenancy, any security deposit held by the landlord may be applied to the payment of accrued rent and the amount of damages which the landlord … More
• Q: What Happens If My Landlord No Longer Owns The Building?
  A: Upon cessation of a landlord´s interest in the dwelling unit including, but not limited to termination of interest by sale, assignment, death, bankruptcy, … More
• Q: What If My Landlord Doesn't Comply With The Law Regarding Damage Or Security Deposits?
  A: If a landlord or manager fails to comply with the law or fails to return any prepaid rent required to be paid to the tenant under the law, the tenant may recover the … More
• Q: Can I Use My Security Deposit As Rent Or Deduct It From My Last Month's Rent?
  A: Except as otherwise provided by the rental agreement, a tenant shall not apply or deduct any portion of the security deposit from the last month's rent or use or apply … More
• Q: What Are The Obligations Of My Landlord?
  A: Your landlord must keep all common areas used by more than one tenant safe and clean, except in the case of a single family residence. Your landlord must also make all … More
• Q: What Are My Responsibilities As A Tenant?
  A: You must keep your own living area clean and safe; dispose properly of all trash; keep plumbing fixtures clean; use facilities safely; and not deliberately or … More
• Q: What Do I Do If My Landlord Does Not Make Necessary Repairs Or Provide Necessary Services?
  A: You must give your landlord written notice of any needed repairs to keep your living quarters safe and healthy. You may state in the notice that if the repairs are not … More

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