Considering purchase of 2 units in SF, one with tenants. What are my options to work with these tenants and help them move?

The market price of the building would probably be many hundreds of thousands more if both were empty. If you buy you could recover the second...

The tenant should apply for and receive prior written consent from the owner for the sublet. Owner cannot unreasonably withhold. The sublease...

Do I need to return the deposit for a rental condo if the tenant breaks the lease in the middle?

Any time a tenant vacates you have a duty to account for the security deposit within 21 days. If the rent is unpaid you can deduct it. However,...

Can we sue our landlord for withholding our security deposit for longer than 21 days if he has now returned the deposit fairly?

You can sue, but I do not recommend it. Not worth your time.

It is confusing. Using the AirBnB site for your transaction does not determine the legalities. I have to assume that this property comes under...

You are entitled to a working fridge. Does not need to be new.

Can I ask my landlord for a letter proofing that he will not evict me because I cured the breach within 3 days?

You should immediately communicate to your landlord in writing that you have timely cured the alleged breach. Tell him you can prove it. Tell...

How do I stop paying for salon chair space I’m not using?

May not have a lease, only an agreement to try to pursue one. Plus, even if you do he has a "duty to mitigate", promptly find another tenant.

When will they fix the roof next to my window?

I suggest that you contact the Department of Building Inspection. They will insist on the repair.

My tenant refused to pay his half share of electricity per rental agreement. Can I evict base on breach of covenant?

Since the obligation seems probable, he can be evicted for breaching it. However, if, per chance, it is an illegal in-law unit, be very cautious....