The law specifies that a tenant is responsible for all damages that are not normal wear and tear. One would believe that permanently stained...

Commercial tenants back charges with out contract or future can charges with out a notice

If you were in a Triple Net Commercial Lease then you would likely have Cam charges included in your contract. If you were in a gross lease you may...

Our landlord told us 3 weeks or more prior to oir move date, Don't even ask for your deposit back.

In California there is no such thing as a non-refundable security deposit. If your landlord does not return the security deposit or send you an...

How to evict a tenant who does not to leave a property that we purchase recently?

I agree with Mr. Busch. You will need to move forward with an unlawful detainer in order to have the brother removed from the property.

How do u serve a contractor who has P.O BOX address only in California State LICENSE BOARD?

If the contractor has a LLC, Corporation or LP you can find their registered agent on the SOS website found here:...

Is it legal to give a tenant a 60 day termination of tenancy and hold a deposit?

I agree with the other attorney. You will not receive your security deposit until you have moved out and there has been an itemized deduction of...

What are the proper legal steps to be released from a lease in the state of California, when the company refuses to release?

If you havent already the first thing you should do is put a notice in writing (and keep a copy of the letter) of the issues you want fixed. If the...

How to fix and make legal ?

You would need the required permits to legally turn the garage into a room addition. Additionally, you will need to comply with legal zoning...

If the landlord wants to change the rental agreement from month to month to year long lease, how much notice do I need to give?

The time frame may be stated in the lease, however, if it is not stated then you must give at least 30 days notice to end the tenancy.

In California, a landlord may deduct an amount that is reasonably necessary to make the condition of the unit usable for a new tenant. One approach...