The practical answer goes like this: cooperate with your landlord. Move out as soon as possible, if your business isn't working. Propose a payment...

Request a mediation to explore solutions, before going legal. There are several community mediation resources in your area. There is a non attorney...

Breach of Rental agreement. What can I do?

There best thing for your family is to move to a better place as soon as possible. After you are settled, review situation with someone experienced...

Can I dispose of my landlord's personal property that he said would be removed prior to move-in?

First question you should ask is whether you'd be better off moving, and seeking damages from your landlord. If you decide to stay, make a written...

Is mediation orientation in Fresno county mandatory? What are the consequences for failure to attend?

You will be assigned a mediator, who is responsible for process. It might be best to do nothing and let things unfold. If your husband does not...

Outside of my knowledge, our son received a student loan with a girlfriend's grandparent as the co-signor. The girlfriend sugges

You should not assume the loan. Frankly, you should let your son deal with this matter, as it offers a significant learning opportunity. If you...

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Can our apartment leasing office refuse to accept a qualified tenant willing to pay the remainder of our lease?

NO. It is not legal. What you describe outrages me, frankly, and that's hard to do. Not as an attorney, as a veteran of 25 years leasing/property...

As Mr Tanner says, the first question is whether landlord has met the obligations under the statute. Become familiar with the CA Tenant Handbook, a...

Can my client cancel escrow if she doesn't like the fact that the neighbors own a motorcycle?

You should first bring this matter to the attention of your broker manager, for many reasons. Seeking legal advice in a public forum, when you are...

Must I provide electricity and bathroom use, entry or be around when my landlord newly landscapes the yard, taking him 2 weeks

No Claudia, there is no legal reason to be around. You can lock up the place and take off for the entire time, with an expectation that no on...