Which part of a lease exchange qualifies as offer and which as acceptance?

Neither view really gets to the point. A lease transaction should be looked at differently than a purchase agreement. It is about two parties...

Can my landlord charge me more than my rent deposit for repair

Google and download a free copy of the CA Tenant Handbook from the Dept of Consumer Affairs. Read the security deposit rules, including categories...

Can my roommate have a couch in our shared living room and not allow me to use it?

Sounds like the two of you should contact the Dispute Resolution Center in Greenlake. Get some help working things out or negotiating out of the...

Beware the mold racket and related hysteria. Some mold definitely can make people sick, and requires special treatment of the areas...

If contract was on CAR form, seller should immediately demand a mediation through the CAR Consumer panel. Then get attorney involved to guide...

How to legally break a lease signed by two parties.

The answer may be to find someone to step into your son's position on lease. It's true all three parties to lease must agree to remove your son....

What can I do to keep them from kicking me out in 24 hours?

They can't legally put you out. Your question raises several issues. However. It's likely you will be better off by cooperating and moving as you...

Can I be evicted from a mobile home residence if their name is not on the home but only on the rental space in the park

Sorry to read of the challenges you face. You are not alone. If your daughter & boyfriend own or rent the mobile home, and let you stay there...

Can I get out of a lease for an office space if the landlord has not yet signed it?

You can't sort out a situation like that in a public forum. Way too many variables and facts to review. You need representation, whether it's...

Does the real estate broker have any right to part of an earnest money deposit?

It would be necessary to see your contract and ask questions in order to guide you. If you meant "agent" instead of broker, immediately go see...