Use of garage without being expressed on rental agreement

Not permanently. If you are on a monthly agreement, landlord can make changes to the lease on 30 days written notice.

I'm renting a room in Cerritos for $1,000 per month. Can I put cable box in my room? If I can't is it civil or criminal?

Based on your homework, you should ask for all your money back so you can quickly find a more acceptable living arrangement. Go for it.

Is this legal?

Have you asked landlord to sell the place to you and save a commission? Look for opportunity in calamity.

I'm sorry to read about your situation, which is sadly common. Everything you describe, including your own depression, are symptoms of the family...

I need to have the tenant move out

Well, you're the owner now, and obligated to honor the lease. You can negotiate, if you want to buyout tenant. They don't have to agree, however.

Only if the yard is part of tenant's exclusive rental. If it is a common are, that's very different. It's always a good idea to keep a routine,...

Can a building owner charge for repainting and recarpeting after 3 years?

Someone is confused. Tenants don't pay for normal wear and tear, even if they move out after a week. If you punched a hole in a wall, or stained...

Can a landlord sue me for damages if there is no rental agreement?

Sure. If you cause damages, you can be held accountable, even without a lease. And the same applies to your landlord, for example if she wrongly...

What is the cost to take my soon to be ex daughter in law to court

I'm sorry to read about this family trouble, which is sadly common. But your son is off base, and giving you angry advice for the wrong reasons....

Problem neighbors making tenancy unbearable. What are my options?

That's a shame, especially since you liked your home enough to stay so long. I think you're wise to cut your losses and move. You can terminate...