Questions answered by Roger Anthony Moss

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Do I need a real estate attorney?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

NO. Repeat, no. That would eliminate your rights, without canceling your debt. Call your divorce attorney to learn why this is an issue now, or...

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What are our rights if they try to remove or relocate the fence without our permission?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

The good news is neighbor hired a surveyor. That shows they are willing to investigate the truth - some people would just move the fence, making a...

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Poops in our apartment complex pavements, etc: What are our remedies?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

If you are not comfortable following Mr Brinkmeier's suggestion, ask management to have a tenant meeting. In theory, it is management's...

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My landlord recently passed away and he is the only name on the rental agreement. what do i do now?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

You should make no change in rental payments until you receive adequate documentation that the "rent payee" or "landlord" has in fact changed. The...

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Does my landlord have to send receipts with my security deposit statement?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 25, 2015

Google "CA Tenant Handbook." Carefully read the section about allowable deductions, proof of expenses, and the notice section. You have a basis...

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Is it legal for a landlord to present an amended lease extension with the wrong rent amount and dates?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 24, 2015

Did you and landlord agree to change the rent or other terms effective June 1? If yes, there is probably no problem. To be sure, you should have an...

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I have an Oil Land Lease document I would like to have reviewed

Roger's answer | Answered on October 24, 2015

I agree with my colleague, but would like to offer something stronger to think about. Given the subject matter and the long lease term typically...

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Who is responsible for the removal of a tree due to insect infestation if tenant is responsible for garden and tree maintenance?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 24, 2015

Only if your lease with tenant made them responsible for an unusually heavy burden of responsibility, requiring special expertise to diagnose. Even...

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Who do I pay rent to?

Roger's answer | Answered on October 23, 2015

First, don't panic. And DO NOT pay the rent. You cannot be evicted for holding a rent payment for few days under these circumstances. You are...

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My question deals with California Civil Code 1946.1. I am selling a home with an in-law unit that has a tenant on a mo to mo.

Roger's answer | Answered on October 23, 2015

If the tenant is on a monthly tenancy, give them 30 days notice. If they have been there over a year, give them 60 days notice. If you have...

Roger Anthony Moss's Answers (6299)

Do I need a real estate attorney?

What are our rights if they try to remove or relocate the fence without our permission?

Poops in our apartment complex pavements, etc: What are our remedies?

My landlord recently passed away and he is the only name on the rental agreement. what do i do now?

Does my landlord have to send receipts with my security deposit statement?

Is it legal for a landlord to present an amended lease extension with the wrong rent amount and dates?

I have an Oil Land Lease document I would like to have reviewed

Who is responsible for the removal of a tree due to insect infestation if tenant is responsible for garden and tree maintenance?

Who do I pay rent to?

My question deals with California Civil Code 1946.1. I am selling a home with an in-law unit that has a tenant on a mo to mo.