You have valid legal claims that should be reviewed by an attorney. One question is whether the lease provides for an air conditioning system to...

Has the landlord violated any of my tenant rights by refusing to renew my lease?

The previous answers are correct. The non-legal question I have for you is this: Given the circumstances you have described, why would you want...

I have a tenant in Hemet whose 1yr lease is up next month. They have asked to renew the lease. I am considering however they

You said these tenants were "a handful." Regardless of the rental increase, your statement suggests you would be better off with a month to month...

I recommend every residential landlord and tenant obtain and read a copy of the California Landlord Tenant Handbook, which is a wonderful guide for...

Question regarding my "lease break" addendum. Explained below...

The answers posted are correct. The real question is how to negotiate your way to the result you want. Here is what I've taught leasing...

If a title ins company is paying my attorney fees over a boundary dispute, can they force me to accept a mediation agreement?

No. If you are a party to a mediation, no one can impose a result on you. If they can, then it is not a mediation.

Is it possible to get my security deposit back from my roomates if I was in a 10 month lease and moved out after 6 weeks?

The challenge here is that you are "on the lease" and that the landlord holds the deposit. These circumstances do not obligate the landlord to...

Can I sue a tenant after the lease agreement is up if they owe back rent?

The answers posted are technically correct, but not necessarily the place to start with the dilemma you outlined. First you need to balance your...

Do I pay the landlord or the property manager my rent?

Mr. Roach is correct, but I would like to add suggestions from a lease administration context. You should become familiar with the "notice"...

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Google "community mediation" in your area. You will find many resources in and around Pasadena. If your neighbor refuses to cooperate, or if...