Tenant abandoned property and still has keys? How do I get in?

Call locksmith and secure your property. Follow the security dpeposit rules to the letter. Review them in the CA Tenant Handbook from the Dept of...

Eviction or arbitration ?

Avoid arbitration like the Green Death. Start eviction, and seek mediated solution to avoid court. There is a Dispute Resolution Center serving...

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Mr Bronstein is right, and I'd like to the following. 1. As-is does not mean landlord can shift his legal responsibilities to maintain the...

What are my rights?

If your lease expires sometime in February, you are obligated to leave or face eviction. Apparently landlord has also given you advance notice,...

Pamela Kosyln is right. You should speak privately with an attorney who has reviewed the contract. Invest in a consultation. Meritage is a giant...

8 years ago. House listed for sale at 2,225 sf. Measured 2025 sf.

That's an unfortunate story, but after 8 years don't waste energy or money over it. Instead, think about how much increased value has likely...

If my brother and I share a property, would he be able to name a beneficiary of his holding in that property in his will ?

Mr Smith is right, and I would add that you can face this delicate and concerning issue with the help of a mediator who understands real estate...

Is it possible to add my fiancé to my lease? (My father is a co-signer for this apartment.)

Your landlord can add fiancé as co-tenant, but doing so creates potential liability for your father. Perhaps landlord would take father off lease...

What can I do if my landlord shut his phone off and will not respond to emails regarding rent at all.

You have not said whether you've received a 3-day pay or quit notice, or whether you've been late paying in the past. That would helpful to know....

Can my landlord legally put up surveillance cameras without written consent?

Yes, landlord can install cameras in common areas with your consent. What you describe is unpleasant, but not illegal. Typically, such cameras...