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My rental agreement with room mate say one room only. How can I stop my room mate occupying rest of the house's room and garage?
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Answered on October 04, 2017
If we can prove that this is contrary to the rental agreement than he can be evicted for "breach of covenant".
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I Live On Treasure Island Which I Found It Is A Superfund Site With Radiation And 8 Other Chemical Contaminants That Are Known C
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Answered on October 01, 2017
Sounds like an uphill battle. Withholding rent is rarely recommended. It will put you on the defensive in a nonpayment of rent eviction. If...
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Who has more authority if I’m the primary signer on the lease and he is the secondary?
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Answered on October 01, 2017
I do not know what a primary and secondary signer are. Is the secondary signer a guarantor? Or, a subtenant? Let's assume you have...
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Can a landlord still charge for utilities after losing the security deposit due to not sending an itemized deduction statement?
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Answered on September 28, 2017
They can only deduct for unpaid rent and damages / cleaning beyond normal wear and tear. But, they can sue you separately for anything you...
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How can I force the new owners of my small business to have my name removed from the lease where I am the personal guarantor?
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Answered on September 25, 2017
You will remain guarantor. However, if it is now month to month your liability may be quite limited.
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What are the specific differences between San Fran residential lease laws vs. state laws?
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Answered on September 20, 2017
The main difference is not the recommended lease, but the vast difference in the local law. Rent control; eviction control. SFAA has developed a...
Can an email agreement to extend a commercial lease be a valid business contract in California?
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Answered on September 19, 2017
It is either an agreement, or, a preliminary understanding awaiting final documentation. Could go either way.
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Can a lodger give notice and leave w/in 30 days despite a 12 no lease?
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Answered on September 17, 2017
Two possibilities:
1. Your leaving is excused due to her abusive behavior. Constructive eviction. She sues you and loses. You sue her for...
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Must the landlord disclose surveillance cams in Lease and what about installing them afterwards ?
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Answered on September 11, 2017
Not sure. But, if in common areas, may be legit. What city is it in? Landlords get sued all the time in SF for renting illegal units.
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Can I kick my daughter out of my house in California?
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Answered on September 10, 2017
There is no "self-help" in California. She has been a guest. Known as a licensee under California law. We need to serve a simple termination...
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