Can my tenant sue me for entering the property after they moved May 8 but paid till the end of the month.

Mr. Chen has provided a great answer on the law, and I offer some perspective on the business issues. Remember you are about to rent your...

How can i get out of my rental lease if my roommate lets her boyfriend move in?

Unfortunately, you have few choices and only poor ones out that. The best scenario would be that shady BF‘s presence violates a written roommate...

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit, and does that change if the property has already been re-leased?

Landlord must either refund your deposit or send a written explanation of deductions by tomorrow in order to comply with the law. Did you provide...

Jerry gave you an incredibly thorough answer on the law. Yet what's not so well understood is that successful landlord tenant relationships are not...

What can a do about my landlord applying a non compete clause in my new lease after 10 years of business with out one?

You can say no. However, as one who spent 25 years negotiating leases for retailers, I urge you to invest in a consultation with an expert. How you...

All I can add to Jethro's perfect answer is this: Keep in mind that HOAs are among the most irrational orgs on the planet. Don't fear their BS, or...

Is there anyway we can get more time?

I am very sorry to read of your troubles, and you’re not alone. But I must ask you - how long do you expect the landlord to be patient with your...

What right do I have as prospective tenant?

Here’s what I did - moved 800 miles away (as the crow flies) from the insanity of the Bay Area. In the meantime, I continue to help California...

How can I sue my previous landlord for my security deposit without a known address?

Landlord has 21 days following your move out date to refund deposit or send explanation of deductions. Your calls are probably bugging her. Did you...

Can the landlord void our lease because we wrote a question on the lease?

Not in my view. I recommend you hire a mediating attorney to contact landlord on your behalf. Approach them constructively, with the help of a...