"Accidental landlords" or other homeowners seeking to rent out a single-family home for the first time. They might have inherited a house, moved in with a partner or new spouse, or have moved to a bigger home and plan to keep the old one as an investment. Also useful for first-time landlords buying single-family homes as a foray into the world of real estate investing. * Award winner! Received a Silver Robert Bruss Real Estate Book Award recognizing excellence in published real estate works. * Contains a compact combo of legal, practical, financial, tax, and business advice, plus stories and tips from actual landlords. * Includes key sample forms that every new landlord needs: a rental application, landlord checklist, notice of intent to enter rental unit, and monthly income/expense worksheet. * A fun read, according to consumers. * Authored by the folks who brought you Nolo's bestselling Every Landlord's Legal Guide and Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home .

* Updated information on discrimination, tax deductions for landlords, rent control,and short-term (Airbnb) rentals.