Can a landlord terminate a tenants lease if they still have 8 months left in their lease?

If you have a valid fixed term lease, landlord can’t end it because his situation changed. There may be an opportunity to negotiate in this...

My landlord increased my rent 2 times with the new lease? First increase was July up $25 to $1625 the 2nd up another $25 to $165

It is not illegal, unless there is local rent control law in Rialto that forbids it. You should be looking at market data, instead of the law....

You should invest in a private consultation to explore this very knotty problem. It's possible that using the back room as a residences violates...

How do I evict my stepson who is 30 from my house?

You are not alone facing this kind of situation, which is emotionally draining for everyone. As my colleague writes, additional facts are needed to...

What are a renters rights in California when an Owner/Agent plans to give notice of a Three Day Cure or Quit action?

Two things. Text messages are not legal notices. And beyond that, it's not possible to respond to your question without more information. The...

What can I do about not having heat in my restaurant/bar space?

Your questions suggests there may be some fundamental problems with the building you occupy. In theory your landlord is responsible to maintain...

Can I Replace old or damaged furniture in my room?

You can move, unless you have a written agreement that allows for changes. You might also offer to pay to store the old furniture, so you can...

Can I create a lease that states California eviction laws will not be followed?

Of course not. Renting rooms in one’s home is a high risk form of creating rental income, for many reasons. It represents one of the biggest...

My friend’s husband owes her money from a lease and eviction he broke after she left. Can she get her money back?

Your friend should be seeking help from a family law attorney without delay. There are many issues to consider given the circumstances. She can...

In CA, is this an example of extortion? Blackmail? What are some legal consequences?

Yes, it is unwise and unproductive to make threats under any circumstances. That's the nicest way of putting it. I must point out that you are...