Marcia Stewart

Legal Editor

Marcia Stewart wrote and edited Nolo books on landlord-tenant law, real estate, and other consumer issues. She co-authored the first and several subsequent editions of Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First HomeEvery Landlord's Legal GuideFirst-Time LandlordEvery Tenant's Legal GuideLeases and Rental Agreementsand Renters' Rights. She edited dozens of Nolo books, including The Women's Small Business Start-Up Kit.


Articles By Marcia Stewart

Top Pennsylvania Lease and Rental Agreement Terms
Pennsylvania landlords must comply with specific state rules when it comes to renting out property. Here are some of the most important items you’ll want to cover in your Pennsylvania lease or rental agreement.
11 Terms to Include in Your California Lease or Rental Agreement
A lease or rental agreement is a legal contract between landlord and tenant, as well as an immensely practical document full of crucial business details, such as how long the tenant can occupy the property and the amount of security deposit you can charge.