What you indicate your landlord did is called "Self Help" and is not allowed in CA. There are remedies and you should contact a real estate...

You need to seek counsel immediately. You may or may not have the right to file a lis pendens if she has already transferred to another party. Time...

It is possible that you can be evicted. I recommend you take your lease and make an appointment with a real estate attorney as soon as possible to...

You leave some unanswered questions. Is the "ex" an ex spouse or ex partner? You say you kicked him out. How did you do that? Did you ask him to...

The comment about different appraisers coming up with different measurements is true. You have an inspection period for the simple reason of doing...

It is unlikely the police will intervene if you are already locked out. Unfortunately, litigation costs money but from the limited information you...

It also sounds like you could have a violation of a lease/rental agreement covenant giving the right to demand performance or quit.

Water intrusion is or can be a serious habitability issue. You need to be certain you let your landlord know of the issue in writing. Since they...

You leave a few unanswered questions, however, if they are destroying the property, you can evict them. I recommend you meet with a real estate...

You should already have your deed. If you do not have a copy of it you can obtain it from the county recorder's office or a local title company...