CA Civil Code 1950.5(g)(1) states: "No later than 21 calendar days after the tenant has vacated the premises, but not earlier than the time that...

Tenant is growing Marijuana on my land that I leased to him.

While California laws may allow a person to grow marijuana for personal medicinal purposes, doing so still violates federal drug laws. Therefore,...

Tenant is being harassed for smoking when the condominium complex does not have a non-smoking policy.

Check your CCRCs. Does your CCRCs prevent owners from smoking in their own condos (to include the balcony/patio)? Is there a provision stating...

Disabled 35 yr old son evicted sec 8 apartment. Lose voucher?

Since there was no court eviction, prospective landlords should not see an official eviction on your son's credit report. However, if a...

We have rented this house since 1994 we pay 1,800 for rent the want to raise it to 2,500 can the do that without any inprovement

Verify with the San Jose Housing Authority whether or not the premises is subject to San Jose's rent control ordinance. Per section 17.23.210 of...

Can I have the same guest come over to my house every day?

You are allowed to have guests visit you just as you would if you owned your own home. But as a renter, the landlord can limit the number of days...

What type of Atty do I need against a real estate management co. for ignoring possible section 8 fraud & endangering me?

Your post is very confusing. Does the tenant ("Tenant A") who threatened you & was arrested live in the same apartment complex as you? If yes,...

Wait out notice period or reveal my landlord made a mistake?

Since you're going to move out anyway but just need more time than the 30-days the landlord is providing, you should contact the landlord and see...

Apartment company has failed to remediate mold and mold growth situation 4th time in same spot within one year

If you don't surrender possession (i.e. remove all belongings and turn in the keys), you are still liable for the rent even though you have...

How much can you deduct for non-normal wear and tear on carpet.

Generally, carpet is expected to last 10 years before requiring replacement. Some high-end carpets may have have shorter (or longer)...