Yes, you should be able to break your lease without penalty on these facts. In fact, I think the landlord owes you some damages, unless they fully...

Whats the process to terminate a lease under CA, Civ code 1927 "Right to peaceful enjoyment"? Letter? Court?

The most important thing you can do today is simply to provide landlord a legal notice terminating your lease, and outlining the details you...

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Can my landlord add a pet fee

Mr. Safa is absolutely right. Your best response is to make this miscommunication into a constructive conversation, and build a positive...

Can I sublease?

You should invest in some help negotiating a lease cancellation. Landlord has real hutzpah telling you he's going to take your rent while "working...

What rights do monthly renters have when home termite fumigation is needed but renters do not want exposure to toxic chemicals?

No, but they should cooperate with you. Have you tried meeting with landlord to discuss other options? Approach this challenge with a focus on...

I'm a landlord that needs to sell a house that is currently leased, can I terminate the contract with my tenants?

In a word, no. But you can sell a house with tenants, regardless of what the realtors are telling you. And it may be possible to buy them out as...

Can I sale my rental propert in California that was recently leased out for two years?

Sure, and the buyer must honor the lease.

My lease is expiring soon. In California how much can my landlord raise my rent

Only in an area or property not subject to rent control. There are notice rules, however. Landlord must provide 60 days notice to raise the rent...

Don't waste time or energy on the question whether the contract is valid. Focus on PM's failure to perform. She is in breach of her...

I own a condo with my boyfriend, he wants me to move out, what rights do I have legally?

As Carol Straus writes, BF cannot put you out if you are on the title. Your are entitled to recover your investment and any profit in the event of...