Likely yes, but it depends on the type of repair. Minor "wear and tear" repairs are generally held to be the responsibility of the lessee. If you're talking about major repairs (replacing appliances, roof damage, structural issues), then those would fall upon the landlord.
Yes, under certain circumstances.
Yes! Your landlord can require anything he wants in the lease.
Most likely this responsibility lies with the landlord, although, if this is a single family residence, the lease may require the tenant to deal with such things. Also, if the tenant caused the problem, then they might be responsible.
No. This is why landlords require tenants to carry renter's insurance. Call your car insurance provider.
Actually, this can be a requirement from your landlord.
In most states a residential landlord must keep his rental property in repair and in good condition at all times. The tenant must pay for any repairs which resulted in damage, abuse, or any other condition that is beyond the normal wear and tear of the unit. In most states, any type of clause that states that tenant must pay any part of repairs, regardless of wear and tear, is considered unconscionable and may not be enforced. I doubt that Georgia is any different, but I would check with the legal services Bureau in your area in Georgia to find out for sure. I am sure that your state has a legal aid Society or some type of legal resources for those who cannot afford to hire an attorney.
Certain repairs require that you do.
Generally landlords are not responsible for damage to tenant belongings. This is why tenants are encouraged, and some landlords require this, to purchase rental insurance.
It depends on two things..which can vary from state to state 1.The landlord tenant laws in your state... 2. The lease agreement. Some States require that the landlord be responsible for all forms of pest control (ie) roaches,rats,mice,bees,bed bugs,ants,spiders,ect ect.. Some States only require the landlord to insure that a rental unit is free from all pests before renting the unit and then any further pest control is the responsibility of the tenant... Lease agreements can also have stipulations for pest control as well according to the laws of the state....(ie) A landlord may be responsible for the control of mice,rats and termites but may not be responsible for roaches,bed bugs and ants... So check your lease and the laws of your state....
Most states require the landlord to place the deposit in an interest-bearing account, protected from his creditors.
You can usually tell by the upkeep of the apartment building. As far as your landlord's character try talking to some of the other tenants.
The landlord has many responsibilities under the law. Whether they are spelled out in the lease or not doesn't change that. The lease can add responsibilities for the landlord.