My landlord sent me an Email & Text stating that he was increasing my monthly rent by $150/Mo?

On a month-to-month agreement, where there is no rent control, the landlord can raise the amount however much he wants, anytime he wants, so long...

Tenant didn't pay April and June rent, but paid May rent. Does the 3 day notice state its for April through June?

The 3 day notice does NOT have to state the months that rent is past-due. For example, if the past-due rent is $2,000, the 3 day notice can state...

If I'm not on the lease can I just be thrown out if the owner has known I've been living there for 2yrs now?

The owner would need to go through the unlawful detainer process and formally evict you. But do you want an eviction judgment on your record? You...

Can a landlord give me a 3 day pay or quit for my back rent over 4 years ago if I give the landlord rent plus a little more?

On a 3 day notice to pay rent or quit, the past-due rent cannot exceed 1 year.

Landlord trying to keep $1300 deposit?

Familiarize yourself with California Civil Code 1950.5. It discusses security deposits. You can read it...

Landlord entered my apt without 24 hour notice, she sent me a return with a different lastname. I moved from her harassing me.

You may have a claim against the landlord in small claims court, but you can use the "Find a Lawyer" feature on AVVO to discuss your particular...

If given unlawful detainer w/date & I met with plaintiffs Att. B4 court agree to payment & don't pay can they evict no court day

You need to read through the agreement that you signed. Oftentimes, it will say if you do not honor the terms of the agreement, then the landlord...

Can I be served an eviction with out previously served a written notice?

If you're on a month-to-month agreement, the landlord likely needs to serve you with a 60 day notice before evicting you. The disability should not...

Late fees are legal in some circumstances. There needs to be a provision in the lease that says determining the amount of damages a landlord would...

Can I, if given a 60 day notice, refuse to allow all activity on the property if the owner puts it on the market?

No, you cannot refuse traffic to the house. If you attempt to do so, the landlord could serve you with a 3 day notice, which would allow the...