Can a tenant renting an apartment be forced to carry renters insurance?

Owners are not prohibited from requiring their tenants to carry insurance in residential leases. Most agreements include language that merely...

Served tenant a 60 day notice to move out

There are quite a few, but the most common are breach of warranty of habitability, needed repairs not made by landlord, discrimination,...

Can I evict a tenant that isn't paying rent?

If you purchased the property and the tenant refused to vacate and/or sign a lease with you to pay rent, then you would have the ability to provide...

As a tenant, am I responsible for paying for the replacement of our dishwasher?

Independent of the lease provision, reasonable wear and tear per Civil Code section 1950.5 would lead me to conclude that you are not responsible...

I need an experienced lawyer in real estate who has expertise on HOA rules and regulations.

Additional facts and a review of the CC&R's/Bylaws would be necessary in order for a real estate lawyer to assist you and/or provide specific legal...

I was renting a room on a m2m basis. Was scheduled to move out July 31, and my roomate/landlord told me to leave today. Legal?

You should review Civil Code section 1950.5, and if you desire specific legal advice consult with a landlord/tenant attorney as soon as possible...

Without having more specific facts as to why your original 90 day notice was "insufficient", I cannot provide any general recommendations. ...

I rented a house for 10 years. The owner decided she is now going to extensively remodel the house so her son can live in it.

You should review the terms of your lease regarding the landscaping charge, and should also review 250 L.L.C. v. PhotoPoint Corp. (2005) 131...

You might need to file a Code of Civil Procedure section 473 Motion to set aside the Order (in order to correct the misspelled name) unless the...

Do I need a real estate attorney?

You should consult with a real estate and/or a landlord/tenant attorney as soon as possible regarding your specific set of facts in order to get...