What process can I take to receive rent owed to me and move my tenants out faster?

You should not do this on your own, and should consult a local landlord-tenant attorney for assistance-some offer a free initial...

At a lost

The answer depends on whether your tenancy is subject to rent control. If it is, then you can only be evicted for one of the specified good causes,...

My landlord used my deposit now she wants a new deposit

You rights will differ depending on whether you have a rent-controlled tenancy. If you do, then the landlord generally can only evict you for good...

When refunding an accidental over-payment of rent, may a landlord withhold any amount for accumulated, unpaid late fees?

Under state law (this is not a local issue), late fees are generally illegal in residential tenancies. See Orozco v. Casimiro (2004) 121...

What can I do about landlord breaching my lease during my last month?

Under Civil Code Section 1954, the landlord can only enter on proper notice, and can only enter for certain specified reasons, such as making...

New Landlord wants me out.

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. If your tenancy is subject to the SF rent control ordinance, than the new owner can only evict you for one...

What can I do about noisy neighbors with a screaming toddler that runs around the apartment everyday at all hours?

This is a difficult issue, including because the landlord (and the courts) have to balance the quiet enjoyment rights gf one tenant against the...

Shoild i file a unlawful detainer if the property needs major electrical and plumbing work done?

I agree with Mr. Lynn's advice, but would add that you could also serve the tenant with a 3-day notice to cure or quit based on the denial of...

I certainly agree with Mr. Moss that you need to take steps to protect yourself, that don't have to rely on your roommate to call the police or the...

Need to get an eviction removed after it was paid for.

I'm not aware of any way of removing the judgment. However, if you paid off the judgment, you would be entitled to demand that the...