Do I have to pay for carpet and cleaning the walls when I move out?

You should review your lease and Civil Code section 1950.5. Depending on how warn the carpet is and how clean the walls are you may have an...

Does a "landlord" have ANY rights?

As the old saying goes, "No good deed goes unpunished". You need to consult with counsel and have a three-day notice to pay rent or quit...

Does LL waive her right to deposit if she fails to provide itemized list (with prices) with-in the 21 days?

You should review Civil Code section 1950.5(g)(1) and (k)(1). If you need specific legal advice you should consult with a landlord/tenant or real...

What CA CODE/LAW supports that a trustee for a deed of trust may NOT foreclose on property NOT in the property description?

You should consult with local counsel, as this forum is not designed to provide specific legal advice.

I have a small claims hearing next week. Do the normal evidence rules apply?

No, they do not. There are no rules of evidence in small claims hearings in California.

Can we sue his mom

Yes, you can sue her in small claims court. You will likely have to sue her in the state and county where she resides.

Posting of HOA Agends

You should review Civil Code Section 1363.05 and then compare the requirements to your set of facts. You may need to retain counsel to write a...

I am moving out at the end of my lease and my roommate is staying. Manager won't return deposit until roommate leaves apt too

While I understand your point, the law allows the landlord to retain the security deposit until all tenants have vacated and surrendered...

You have an option to file an Ex Parte Application to request an Order Shortening Time, so that your motion can be heard earlier. You would need...

IS THE EVICTION ON MY NAME LEGAL?

Was your name listed as a lessee on the lease? Was there an amendment to the lease after you turned 18 years old to add you as a tenant? If so,...