What form do I need to charge pet rent for my existing tenants who now want a pet? Do I need both a pet agreement and new lease

You don’t “need” much of anything. You can document increased rent and pet deposit in a simple letter. It’s best to have tenants countersign it....

Can I charge a monthly pet fee to a tenant that now wants to get a cat, when the original lease has a “No pet” policy?

Additional rent for pets is not regulated per se. An additional pet deposit is allowed, but cannot be nonrefundable. Be reasonable. If the pet is...

On a rental agreement, does the word “pay for” and “provide” mean the same exact thing?

Don't go there. You need help setting boundaries and establishing relationship with a quirky landlord who unfortunately lives next door, not lease...

I was served with a 3 day notice but my first name was mispelled and the dates are inaccurate as well is it still valid ?

Maybe or maybe not. The better question is whether or not you are in violation of your lease. If the answer is yes, then deal with the problem....

Can I deduct money from a security deposit if my townhome carpet was trashed?

This is a tough one. You might take an aggressive position, and be prepared to compromise. If you are still withing the security deposit return...

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Can my HOA ask me to stop advertising on Airbnb or any other vacation rental site even though my minimum stay is 30 days?

I would. Then look into whether HOA has authority from the CC&Rs to restrict your activities. They may well have it. Also, few people consider the...

I have a 10 year lease option to buy will it stand if owner sells property than passed away?

As my colleague writes, someone needs to look at your lease. However, a properly written option to purchase provision, and one creating a right of...

Who will pay for repairs?

I think landlord should fix the AC and provide you filters to change out on a regular basis. When did you move in? If it was last year, and the AC...

If im subleasing via oral agreement what are the terms of them kicking me out

They must give you 30 days written notice. 60 if you have lived there more than a year. They cannot tell you to stay away from the home they rented...

Can I deny access to my rental home if the landlord has decided they want to finish off the basement?

If the basement is included in your lease, call the landlord and nicely explain that he needs to put the project on hold until the two of you sit...