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Can my landlord demand that I show the unit to new prospective tenants while I still live there (and in good standing)?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
Under Civil Code Section 1954, the landlord has the right to access the unit upon proper notice for one of the reasons specified under that law,...
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I live on a property that was being sold. the owner and I had an agreement just past away and the real-estate co.called cops
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Answered on October 28, 2016
The owner's death did not automatically terminate your tenancy.
Whomever now has legal control of the property has the right to demand rent....
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Can the heirs stop a pending foreclosure in order to save thier rightful inheritances?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
This sounds more like a probate problem than a landlord-tenant problem. I will reclassify it on Avvo.
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If I am renting a 3-bedroom apartment and the building has assigned parking am I not guaranteed 2 parking spaces?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
Parking does not automatically come with an apartment. It is an amenity you negotiate for before you rent the unit. If the proposed rental...
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When I pay my landlord 3 months cash in advance butbi only stay for 2 of these months am I entitled to a refund for the 3rd mont
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Answered on October 28, 2016
Not clear from the facts you stated. If you basically contracted for a fixed-term tenancy through December, then the landlord would be entitled to...
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Can a landlord counter sue for more money than the original list of expenses deducted from our security deposit?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
You have the right to sue in small claims court under Civil Code Section 1942.5. However, it would be perfectly legal for the landlord to...
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How do I get my landlord to make repairs so my room is safe and habitable?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
Making a written request for repairs would be a good idea, including because it would support a defense of retaliatory eviction (see Civil Code...
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How can I leave a month-to-month lease, when my I want to leave but room mate wants to continue?
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Answered on October 28, 2016
Despite what the landlord says, a co-tenant has the right to terminate on proper notice under Civil Code Section 1946. If you vacate in accordance...
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Can I rent out my property without home insurance?
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Answered on October 27, 2016
Any such waiver of liability is probably invalid, including under Civil Code Sections 1668 and 1953.
Defending yourself form tenant claims for...
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Is there a possibility I could lose this partition lawsuit if my name is on the deed showing that I own 1/6 of the property?
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Answered on October 27, 2016
An answer to a complaint will usually assert a number of standard defenses, which may not be applicable to your situation. There is usually no...
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