Gave 3 Day pay or Quit/CA/NOW what?

The Unlawful Detainer complaint has to be personally served by someone who is not a party to the action, then the proof of service needs to be...

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Landlord wont return 1K deposit for an apt I never moved into (change of heart) and I NEVER signed anything. Please help me.

Send a demand letter but do not expect to get all your money back. In California unless there is a contract stating otherwise the deposit is to...

Can I breach my lease agreement with my landlord?

Just to add my thoughts to this subject. The occurrence of the water being out has to be substantial for you to breach the lease. Is this happening...

You can use the repair/deduct remedy but you must make sure that the landlord has been given proper notice. Notice is oral or written (I prefer...

What are a tenant's options in California in regards to a dispute of Last month's rent vs. Security Deposit with the landlord?

This is why I preach that all contracts (including leases) should be read by an attorney. People need to protect themselves. You will probably not...

What are a tenant options on a landlord who has changed the last month's rent paid to be a "security deposit"?

This is why I preach that all contracts (including leases) should be read by an attorney. People need to protect themselves. You will probably not...

If I put down a deposit for a rental property and didn't end up taking it, can the landlord keep ALL of my deposit?

In California a holding deposit is just that. The landlord takes a deposit and promises not to rent the residence out. This is actually a regular...

If I have lived in a unit for 10 years, should I expect any maintenance from my landlord, as in carpet cleaning and paint?

As my colleague stated there is no requirement in California to paint and clean carpets. THe landlord is only responsible for habitability issues....

Need help regarding financial implications upon divorce.

As my colleague has stated you have given bare facts. His response is an excellent one considering the lack oI would add, are there any credit...

Your divorce will not be final until all the necessary paperwork is completed and filed with the court. A divorce can't be final until 6 months...