Can I legally charge more rent

Have you tried sitting down with your tenants and discussing your concerns? And the need to increase rent, if your lease calls for it under these...

What can I do if I just moved into a guest house and the 2nd month the owner received an anonymous complaint about my unit?

First, make the decision to move out. Second, advise landlord in writing that you are moving, and that if he lmmediately refunds all your rent and...

Personal property left at my house

It seems you need emotional support and help establishing boundaries more than legal advice. Stop allowing BF in your home, and consider...

Because it cannot hurt, and in line with "NASA triple-redundancy" practice, I recommend using the entire phrase "holding title has joint tenants...

Can CA Landlord prohibit visitors?

Yes, a landlord can restrict visitors, and prohibit them under some circumstances. It's common, especially in situations like you describe. Did...

Deposit does not cover the damage that the tenants caused to my rental property. How do I collect the rest of my money?

First thing to do is make sure management company strictly adhered to deposit notice rules, and made demands concerning the additional damages. Do...

Can the Landlord have cameras inside our commercial shop, without letting us know?

If it were me, I'd be breaking out the electrical tape. Then request landlord remove them, or confirm that they are disconnected. Keep in mind...

Can I evict a tenant out verbally?

Here is handy guide to the landlord tenant rules in California: http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/catenant.pdf. Notices must be...

No, they can't re-trade the deal after signing lease and giving you the keys. You may want to enter into a negotiation, if you like the home and...

Mr Alexander is exactly right. Be reasonable. Propose a modest rent credit. In your request, show some understanding for management's difficulties...