What you describe is terrifying. I recommend you call the police or a local crisis hotline and get guidance on dealing with health and safety...

Short answer is yes. The eviction moratorium did not waive your rental obligation. It applies to people who lost income due to Covid, which may or...

Two strong recommendations. Get a consultation with an excellent real estate attorney who knows some family law. SO situations can bite you badly....

In a commercial rental, the answer to your question should be in your lease. Many require tenants to maintain insurance to cover rent payments...

I am sorry to read about the tragic circumstances you face. It may surprise you to learn that countless other people are trapped in similar...

Are you kidding? You should get your broker and your lawyer on the phone tonight.

No, a text is not a legally effective notice, though if landlord accepts the notice in writing that would protect you. Legal notices must be in...

https://www.courts.ca.gov/documents/California-Tenants-Guide.pdf The link above will take you to the California Renters Handbook, which not only...

My colleague is right of course and I also would ask what does your contract say? If you have a concern about the contract, your first best step is...

You are in a tough spot as a landlord and I wish there was more focus on the Covid impacts in the small investor landlord sector in particular....